24/04/2025
NPP Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
National People’s Party (NPP) Condemns Divisive Propaganda by United Democratic Party (UDP)
The National People’s Party (NPP) vehemently denounces the United Democratic Party’s (UDP) malicious propaganda, which falsely attributes a deeply offensive audio recording disparaging the Fulani community to an NPP supporter. The NPP’s preliminary inquiry indicates that the said audio recording was not made by an NPP supporter, and the individual falsely identified as such has no affiliation with the party. This is unacceptable and should be condemned by all.
The NPP expresses profound shock and disappointment at the UDP’s baseless accusations. This audio recording does not represent the NPP, nor does it reflect our party's values or stance.
The NPP is fundamentally committed to non-tribalism, deeply respecting and acknowledging the invaluable contributions of all ethnic groups within The Gambia, including the esteemed Fulani community, renowned for their industriousness, dedication to education, commercial acumen, and unifying spirit. The NPP stands in unwavering solidarity with the Fulani community and all other tribes, and demands a thorough and impartial investigation to apprehend and prosecute the perpetrator(s) responsible for this reprehensible act.
It is evident that the sole objective of this inflammatory audio was to incite anger and division within the Fulani community, cynically attempting to manipulate their votes in favor of the UDP/PPP candidate. The NPP extends its sincere gratitude to the people of Banjul for their unwavering loyalty and support of the NPP-led government, and reaffirms its commitment to continuing the transformative development trajectory underway in Banjul.
The NPP-led government is nearing completion of the comprehensive Banjul rehabilitation project and will also upgrade the Half Die football pitch to a modern standard, with an investment of D31,000,000.
The UDP’s deployment of such divisive political propaganda reveals a dangerous and desperate attempt to secure votes for their PPP/UDP candidate in the Half Die ward council by-election.
The NPP is built upon the bedrock of inclusivity, embracing all tribes, religions, and geographical regions of The Gambia. This principle is demonstrably reflected in all levels and structures of government, where diverse ethnic groups are represented in all levels including the Cabinet. Furthermore, prominent Fulani individuals hold key leadership positions within both the government and the party. Significantly, our party leader’s mother is of Fulani heritage. Therefore, the assertion that the NPP is anti-Fulani or anti any other tribe is patently absurd and malicious.
The NPP urgently calls upon the UDP to immediately cease these uncivilized and divisive political tactics. This exploitation of tribal sentiments has no place in a modern and unified Gambia. The Gambian people are united in their aspirations for peace, progress, and national cohesion.
The NPP unequivocally condemns these divisive audio recordings and urges all Gambians to reject such barbaric and regressive political strategies. These tactics are antithetical to the spirit of a modern Gambia, where President Adama Barrow, himself of Mandinka and Fula heritage, and raised in a diverse community, exemplifies inclusive and progressive leadership.
Signed:
Seedy S.K. Njie,
Deputy Spokesperson, NPP.