Jamano

19/06/2025

The no-nonsense Yanks Darboe celebrates Darboe’s decision.

Yankuba Darboe has welcomed Darboe’s decision to run in the 2026 presidential election.

“Our Baba has spoken and he is our candidate! May Allah grant us Victory in 2026,” the no-nonsense UDP chairman said.

18/06/2025

The long-time gladiator takes full charge of his party as a huge row threatens to put the party’s chances in jeopardy.

UDP leader Ousainou Darboe announced to the nation Wednesday evening he will apply to be UDP’s candidate in the 2026 presidential election.

Mr Darboe said: “We are at a crossroads and the 2026 Presidential elections will be a defining moment for The Gambia. When that time comes, the UDP will follow its stipulated rules for the selection of a flag bearer. I intend to put forward my candidature for the Party’s flag bearer position.

“If and when the UDP does me the honour to select me, I will run a robust, facts-based and issues–focused campaign to convince The Gambians that the UDP and its potential allies are the only choice to replace the corrupt and insensitive NPP government that has failed our hardworking and deserving compatriots.”

17/06/2025

Talib warns that “the end is near”; he quickly deleted the post.

The civil war in UDP deepened on Monday night as Chairman Yankuba Darboe vowed to reject any idea of Mr Talib Bensouda becoming UDP’s next leader.

Aggressive Talib supporters have spent the past days tossing out Talib as UDP’s rightful leader.

A dog-fight then broke out after Yankuba Darboe accused Talib-ans of trying to push UDP leader Ousainou Darboe out.

In a now-deleted post, Mr Bensouda himself said the “end is near”, without elaborating.

17/06/2025

The highly regarded Yankuba Darboe rejects Talib Bensouda’s takeover of UDP; threatens to leave

Brikama Area Council Chairman Yankuba Darboe has threatened to leave UDP if Talib Bensouda emerges as the UDP’s next leader.

Speaking to Membekering tonight, the highly regarded chairman said the behavior of citizens who make up Team Talib suggests a Talib Bensouda government will be worse than President Adama Barrow’s.

14/06/2025

The Talib Bensoda vs. Yankuba Dabo Saga

Talib and Yankuba Dabo represent two distinct personalities within the United Democratic Party (UDP), particularly when it comes to their commitment to the party's cultural and political values.

Yankuba has been at the forefront of UDP advocacy for most of his life. As a lawyer in the UK, he has represented many Gambians in asylum cases. One of my sisters benefited from his exceptional legal skills; we all thought her case would not succeed until Yankuba stepped in at the end and saved it.

Talib emerged as a prominent figure in the UDP in 2018. Publicly, he has significantly broadened the party's base by attracting independents, which has helped him win the KMC elections twice.

A critical question for the UDP is what they are looking for in their next flag bearer or party leader. This brings us to the personalities of Talib and Yankuba.

Without a doubt, Talib has a better chance of reforming the UDP to make it more liberal. His approach could expand the party's base by appealing to independents, thus changing the UDP's traditional political culture and values as a party of resistance.

On the other hand, Yankuba’s track record speaks for itself; however, he is unlikely to take any action to reform the UDP. For Yankuba, the party must continue its traditional politics of resistance and uphold its “Mandinka roots”. His recent comments have demonstrated that he is not a politician who shies away from expressing his views, whether in public or private. He is someone who speaks his mind, regardless of the setting.

In conclusion, if Talib leads the UDP, the party will undergo significant changes, and the indigenous UDP supporters will either need to accept the reform or consider forming their own party.

The dilemma lies in the UDP's willingness to change. If they choose a leader who might not be committed to their traditional politics and subsequently lose the next presidential election, the future of the party could be at great risk.

If the UDP believes they need reform to expand their base, Talib is the ideal choice. Conversely, if they prefer to maintain a defiant leader who will continue the fight the UDP is known for, Yankuba Dabo is the answer.

A closer examination of the Brikama Area Council and the individuals who campaigned with Yankuba, compared to those who led Talib's campaign in KMC, will provide insight into the two personalities and their commitment to the UDP's indigenous politics.

The UDP has some serious soul-searching to do.

Kebba Nanko

14/06/2025

With Barrow, UDP did not lose their party. They only lost outraged members but not the party itself. But liberal Talib poses an even bigger danger. If he should win presidential election as UDP’s chosen leader, there is the risk of they completely losing the party. Yanks Darboe and Co will have to go and form their own party then.

Famara Ceesay

14/06/2025

Take it for granted or rather take it as a special case—Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda is moving like a man with presidential ambitions in 2026. He is talking and moving like it.Everyone is pretending like it is not happening.

But here’s the question: why would a smart business man and politician pour so much personal money into women’s groups and political circles across The Gambia and Senegal if you’re not eyeing 2026 presidential elections under a UDP ticket??

Between Bensouda and Lawyer Darboe, some one gotta talk. Either Darboe tells Talib to slow down because he’s not stepping aside yet—or Talib needs to be honest and say, “dad;I’m ready to lead,time is ticking and I need you to step aside.”

We don’t need a PhD in politics to see it as it is.Talib wants to run under UDP in 2026 but doesn’t want to be seen to be pushing out our good old man.

Alhassan Darboe

14/06/2025

The two men fighting, through their supporters, to become UDP’s next leader. Who among the two you think should replace Darboe?

01/06/2025

*Bundung - 31st May 2025*

*National People’s Party (NPP )Mourns the Death of Fatou Samba of GTTV*

The National People's Party (NPP), under the leadership of its Secretary General and Party Leader, H.E. Adama Barrow, along with its members and supporters, expressed deepest sympathy and sorrow over the passing of Fatou Samba of The Gambia Talent Television (GTTV), an online media outlet.

Ms. Samba's passing is indeed a great loss not only to her family, The Gambia Press Union, and the media fraternity, but to the whole country. She dedicated her life to the advancement of press freedom and was hardworking, friendly, and passionate about her work and country.

At The Gambia Talent Television, she was instrumental in mentoring and training many young Gambians who aspired to take up media and journalism as a profession.

The NPP extends its condolences to her husband, Mr. Pa Ousman Joof, her family, The Gambia Press Union, and the entire country.

May Allah Subhanhu Wa-Ta'ala forgive her shortcomings and grant her Jannah.

*Seedy S.K. Njie*
*Deputy Spokesman, NPP*

31/05/2025

The country’s Islamic education students have long complained that all of the country’s problems are caused by conventional education citizens. Ustass Musa Jallow who has long been rumored to be interested in running for president now makes his big announcement to run in 2026. Will you vote for the Imam?

31/05/2025

Rest in peace Fatou Samba!

27/05/2025

Friday June 6 is Eid Al Adha!