Dampha,

Now that people have received first hand information from FOROYAA (PDOIS's
own publication) on developments that have taken place since the repeal of
decree 89 as well as the process of registering a political party in The
Gambia, can you tell the Lers what you make of it? If what is posted by
FOROYAA, extracts of which I  quoted word for word are anything to go by,
who is confusing the opposition, me or you?  When I advised you and others
not to jublilate too soon because of information circulating around town you
went into high gear calling a lier. Now, who lied to his own comrades by
wilfully feeding them with lies in order to mislead them?

Have a good day, Gassa.

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>Date: Sun, 12 Aug 2001 11:35:15 +0100
>
>The Opposition Must Not Be Indecisive
>The Price Of Indecisiveness Is A Weakened Opposition
>
>Rumours are rife that meetings are taking place between opposition parties
>in one home or the other.
>Some claimed that there is indecisiveness among the opposition because of
>the problem of leadership. It is argued that the quick steps taken to lift
>Decree 89 have created  new a situation that the parties in opposition are
>trying to cope with. It is therefore necessary to focus on development as
>they are at the moment.
>Decree 89 And The Opposition
>It is true when the PPP, NCP and GPP were banned by Decree 89 many of the
>prominent personalities of the various parties and their grassroots members
>either joined the APRC or UDP. A few joined other political parties. Those
>in the APRC include personalities who were banned from participating in the
>political life of the country for having been ministers, vice presidents or
>president under the first republic. These people were left to campaign for
>the APRC while their counterparts who may have been in support of the
>opposition did not come out in the open to give support for one reason or
>another. The process put in place to repeal Decree 89 has changed the
>situation.
>The Changed Situation
>Prior to the process of lifting the ban on parties and individuals there
>were five registered political parties. Gambia Democratic Party however had
>never participated in elections. The four active parties have been APRC,
>UDP, NRP and PDOIS.
>Now that Decree 89 is for all intent and purposes dead, the representatives
>of PPP, NCP, GPP have been obliged to engage in a series of informal
>consultation regarding the future of their parties. The fundamental
>question which has confronted these parties is whether or not to register
>as political parties and put up candidates in the coming presidential and
>National Assembly elections. The NCP members hold s that most of the UDP
>National Assembly members are from the NCP whilst the PPP members see
>themselves as the former ruling party. They claimed that they have the
>funds which provided sponsorship to the UDP in previous elections. It
>appears that such  parties are therefore under the pressure to come back to
>the fore front in Gambian politics.
>On the other hand, they cannot come to the forefront unless they take their
>membership back from mainly the APRC and UDP.
>Analysts maintained that while the APRC can hold on to their former PPP and
>NCP supporters by offering them privileges it is the UDP which could be
>negatively affected by the emergence of the banned parties on the political
>stage. What to do has been a source of speculation.
>At the moment no formal  meeting has taken place between UDP, NRP and PDOIS
>which are the active registered parties in the opposition.
>UDP has held rallies and invited opposition parties to join them but this
>had not materialised. Analysts observe that unless the opposition reaches
>an agreement on a presidential candidate it is not likely to have a joint
>rally which gives the impression that a particular aspirant's candidature
>has been endorsed. What is therefore of paramount importance is discussion
>to determine whether a coalition is to be forged or not.
>The Sending Of Feelers
>It is true that no  formal meeting has taken place between the registered
>political parties since the declaration was made to repeal Decree 89.
>Meeting has taken place between PPP, NCP and GPP. The NCP and PPP have made
>a decision to register their political parties. The GPP leader made a
>decision not to register the party before the coming presidential and
>National  Assembly elections.
>The purpose for registering both the PPP and NCP is for the two parties to
>take centre stage in the Gambian politics. They have agreed that Mr. Assan
>Musa Camara could consult with UDP, NRP and PDOIS regarding the basis for a
>coalition. As of 7th August Mr. Camara has submitted a one page proposal on
>a coalition to the UDP and PDOIS. The NRP leader was out of town and is
>likely to receive the proposal on his return.
>FOROYAA has reliably learnt that PDOIS is giving the proposal an immediate
>response. Apparently Mr. Camara now seeks to be an elderly Statesperson who
>wishes to facilitate a process. If one casts a fleeting glance at
>development it becomes apparent that not much discussion is taking place
>regarding the agenda for the coalition.  How each party will be regarded in
>the coalition, especially the PPP and NCP will determine whether a
>particular leadership will be endorsed or not. The bargaining is still on
>in private through home meetings. Mr. Assan Musa Camara is still waiting
>for the response of the parties to his proposal which is yet to be made
>public. FOROYAA will follow the developments and will publish facts as they
>come.
>Caution
>The Gambian public should bear in mind that there are different agendas for
>a coalition. Some are declared, some are being hatched in secret between
>individuals. The reason why the results of the meetings are not being
>declared is because of difference on the sharing of government
>responsibilities. There are suggestions on the ground for an alliance for
>democratic transition to empower the people and alliance to share power.
>This does not leave the opposition with the prospect of unity unless one
>agenda is adopted by all.
>While the proposal for alliance on democratic transition has been made
>public, the proposals for alliance to share power is still in its
>formulation stage. It is yet to be made public. This is the source of
>uncertainty.
>FOROYAA's Advice
>FOROYAA wishes to advice the leaders in the opposition to know that Gambia
>now has its first great opportunity to make a new start to build a
>sovereign republic with democratic constitution,  institutions and
>practices that will set the country on the road to genuine democracy.
>There is always the possibility of a minimum and maximum programme that
>could be the basis of a coalition. In view of the fact that  political
>parties have different manifestos, the minimum programme is the democratic
>revolution. All political parties who are worth the truth would agree that
>democracy is inconceivable without an informed citizenry who can make
>informed choices. This is why civic education to eradicate ignorance is a
>key instrument in doing away with the politics of inducement or
>intimidation. Since each political party has the view that it can earn the
>confidence of the people a short transition programme of one year will not
>allow anyparticular person to entrench himself or herself. It would avail
>an opportunity for each political party to put its programme before the
>people on a weekly basis for a whole year.
>Finally constitutional changes would eradicate all unreasonable and
>unjustifiable restrictions imposed on citizens to stand as candidates. This
>is the type of agenda that can establish a new democratic foundation to
>hold free and fair elections after one year transition period. We strongly
>feel that if a  trust worthy candidate who has no axe to grind with anyone
>is elected by the coalition success is achievable and any party which holds
>that its can get a majority would have one year to campaign to get a five
>year mandate.
>To us this is a credible way forward.
>If the opposition do not agree with this agenda each party should come up
>with its own agenda for general discussion by the people to test its
>popularity. This could then be followed by an informal discussion between
>the parties to come to the minimum programme they can agree on. This could
>then lead to a formal discussion.
>FOROYAA cautions that no conspirational meeting should be held by the
>opposition with a view of putting up agendas that are agreed upon in
>secret. If certain persons have already decided on their participation as
>presidential candidates and are just looking for endorsement from other
>parties that should be done on a party to party basis rather than calling
>for a coalition. A minimum programme is necessary if there is to be a
>presidential candidate and it must be someone who stands a chance in
>winning the support of APRC supporters especially the youths. If any
>opposition party disagrees with such an agenda then it should state its own
>for a discussion. It is important to have an understanding before any
>meeting is called to establish a coalition. Any disagreement or one group
>endorsing something that is opposed by other groups would be
>unsatisfactory.
>It is therefore important for each opposition party to become transparent
>and decisive on its position on coalition. The opposition must avoid
>putting itself in a situation where they will  be accusing each other of
>being the cause of the failure. This will lead to a weakened opposition.
>The opposition must agree  or disagree in good faith and then face the
>people to seek their mandate. This is the demand of the times. Any talks
>held should not end in squabbles.
>
>
>IEC To Meet All Security Chiefs And Representatives Of Political Parties
>
>A meeting is to be convened by the IEC to which security chiefs and
>representatives of registered political parties are invited. It is not
>clear whether the IEC will retake the issue of counting on the spot for
>discussion. This is what is anticipated any way.
>The position of the president on the counting on the spot is considered
>counter productive. He failed to acknowledge the laws of the country which
>empower the IEC to designate counting centres. It is such comments which
>often lead members of the IEC to assert their independence by doing what is
>to be done according to their best understanding of the dictates of the
>law. When such actions counter act the declaration of the the president he
>accuses the IEC of not engaging in consultation with  the executive on
>matters that are in  the hands of the executive.
>We need an executive who appreciate the dictates of the law not one who bow
>down to sentiments and personal power.
>A civilised society is one based on reasonable and justifiable laws which
>are observed by all, irrespective of position, government or opposition
>party. What should be clear is that neither the president nor the
>opposition parties own the country. It is the people who own the country.
>The president or those who aim to replace him should explain their position
>to the people with the obligation of being heard and understood. This is
>what makes leaders public servants. When they no longer owe obligation to
>the people they become rulers and tyrants.
>The president and those who aspire to lead the country should move away
>from displaying their temper and speak to enlighten and convince the people
>that their positions are correct. The people should have no taste for
>outburst of temper. They should be ready to get rid of anyone with such a
>tendency. We want leaders and not rulers.
>
>
>What Does It Take To Register A Political Party?
>A Case For PPP And NCP
>
>PPP, NCP,GPP, and PDP are not registered political parties. It is necessary
>for such political parties to be registered if they are to be part of any
>inter-party meeting to discuss about a coalition. PDP was not prevented
>from being registered as a political party by Decree 89. Apparently,
>finance was said to be the major constraint of Dr. Bojang in registering
>his party. The IEC office has indicated that some people have picked up
>forms for registration but have not submitted them for registration up to
>the time of going to press.
>One may now ask: How are political parties formed? Section 105 of the
>Elections Decree establishes the condition for the registration of
>political parties. It reads: (1) ''The Commission shall, on the written
>application of a political party in the prescribed form, register the
>party, if the Commission is satisfied that -
>(a) it is the principal object of that political party to participate in
>the promotion of election under this decree including -
>(i) the nomination of persons as candidates for such election;
>(ii) the canvassing for votes for a candidate at such election; and
>(iii) the devotion of any of its funds or any part thereof to the election
>expenses of any candidate taking part in such election;
>(b) the internal organisation of the political party conforms to democratic
>principles;
>(c) the purposes and actions of the political party do not contravene or
>are not inconsistent with the constitution or other laws; and
>(d) the political party has a national character and is not formed on any
>sectional, religious, ethnic or regional basis.
>(2) The application shall be accompanied by -
>(a) the political party's constitution;
>(b) the political party's name and full address;
>(c) the names and addresses of all the registered officers of the political
>party;
>(d) the full address of the political party's secretariat;
>(e) the political party's emblem, colour, motto and symbol which shall have
>no ethnic, religious or regional connotation;
>(f) a declaration signed by at least five hundred members of the political
>party whose names appear in the register of voters to the effect that such
>voters support the registration of the political party and seek its
>registration as a political party;
>(g) such feeas the Commission may determine; and
>(h) a written undertaking that the political party shall abide by the code
>on election campaign ethics which the Commission may from time to time
>prepare.
>
>
>Display Of Military Hardware Or New Consignment?
>
>On 7th August 2001 over 30 military vehicles were on the Brikama Highway.
>Many people contacted FOROYAA bureau to question what was going on. The
>soldiers on the vehicle were jubilating. It was not clear whether the state
>was displaying military hardware or has received new consignment of
>military vehicles. FOROYAA is conducting investigation into the matter and
>would report the facts acquired.
>What is necessary is for the government to understand that display of
>military hardware is done when a parade is organised. It is their duty to
>inform the public of any developments of such a nature so that rumour and
>unnecessary alarm can be dispelled.
>It is necessary for the Department of State for Defence to issue a press
>release to explain why the vehicles were on the road.
>
>
>Alhagie Nyabally's Educational Career In Limbo
>
>The memorial day observed by students on the 10th of April 2001 was
>generally a severe and touching  affair. Little did any one imagine that a
>person like Alhagie Nyabally would be arrested for the speech he delivered
>which was considered by some security officials. These officials did not
>mince their words in telling Alhagie Nyabally if there is any student
>incident he would be considered among those who had incited them for
>action.
>Arrest, occasional surveillance by persons who look rather suspicious make
>Nyabally's situation precarious. The heavy blow came on 10th May 2001 he
>received the following letter addressed to his Vice Chancellor, University
>of The Gambia by the Permanent Secretary, Department of State for Education
>and chairman of the Scholarship Board:
>"It is with regret that I am to inform you that funds are not available for
>the continued sponsorship of Mr. Alhagie Nyabally a student at the
>University of The Gambia.
>Mr. Nyabally is therefore to seek alternative means of funding for the rest
>of his university programme."
>Dated 7th May and the letter was copied to the Scholarship Advisory Board.
>The Cost Of University Education
>Mr. Nyabally entered the University Extension Programme with the objective
>of getting government scholarship to continue his studies because of his
>family status. School fees for each semester is D7000. There are two
>semesters in each academic year. Thus requiring the students to pay the
>D14, 000 dalsiss on fees.
>Mr. Nyabally is in his second year and has arrears amounting to D28, 000.
>Mr. Nyabally has also registered for two semesters at a rate of D15, 000
>per course. Mr. Nyabally wants  to take the course but does not have
>D3,000to pay for them.
>There is need for the government to change it's decision. Merit should be
>the basis for getting government sponsorship and not one's opinion. People
>are entitled to their opinions and should not be transformed into prisoners
>of conscience or subjected to disadvantages because of their views. This is
>clearly stipulated in section 33 subsection (3) and subsection (4).
>Subsection (3) states:
>"(3) Subject to the provisions of subsection (5), no person shall be
>treated in a discriminatory manner by any person acting by virtue of any
>law or in the performance of the functions of any public office or any
>public authority."
>Subsection (4) adds:
>"(4) In this section, the expression "discrimination" means affording
>different treatment to different persons attributable wholly or mainly to
>their respective description by race, colour, gender, language, religion,
>political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or
>other status whereby persons of one such description are subjected to
>disabilities or restrictions to which persons of another such description
>are not made subject, or are accorded privileges  or advantages which are
>not accorded to persons of another such description."
>Mr. Nyabally must not be allowed to suffer just because he expressed
>sentiments that were considered a security threat by security officials.
>Those who manage the affairs of people are supposed to discharge their
>responsibilities without fear or favour, affection or ill will. The nation
>has more to lose in not sponsoring the education of a citizen with the
>academic competence. It has more to gain by sponsoring one citizen too
>develop his or hercapacity to the fullest.
>Mr. Nyabally needs the support of any human being who sees the need to come
>to the rescue of his fellow human being irrespective of opinion and belief.
>To assist Mr. Nyabally has nothing to do with his opinions and belief. It
>is to respect  academic freedom.
>
>
>Ignorance Is An Illness
>
>Dear Editor,
>Would you allow me space to air out my views on the event which took place
>on 2nd August 2001.
>I was in Banjul at about 11 am to mid day I saw a large crowd following a
>vehicle. I was informed that the vehicle was carrying a generator. The
>president was accompanied by  the crowd heading for the Kombos. When I had
>a close view of what was happening I saw party supporters dancing in the
>street and the president appeared exited by the crowd's response. I am not
>sure whether the crowd was natural or mobilised for the occasion.
>This however was the not the most important consideration. I hope most
>readers would recall what the president used to say about praise singing
>and patronage. He would say that he is not a politician; that he does not
>say or do things just to please people. My eyes saw the president dashing
>out 50 dalasis notes to anyone who  was lucky to be close. The rumour
>spread that the president was giving D50 notes. Many people rushed to the
>site. After walking with the people for sometime which posed difficulty to
>his security staff he went into his vehicle and stood in the open air cabin
>to express his excitement. After sometime he put his hands in the pocket of
>his gown to give money to the crowd.
>This makes me to see very clearly  when PDOIS talks about poverty and
>ignorance in relation to democracy. When people are poor they are likely to
>yield to bribery. When they are ignorant they can easily be deceived. The
>president has not been able to solve the electricity problems in 7 years
>despite the fact that we have been paying our bills for seven years . When
>a generator is brought we will continue to pay for electricity in order to
>maintain it. I think it is the president who owes Gambians apologies or
>promising and failing. Why would Gambians jubilate for having lost a lot of
>equipment for the past 36 years. One can imagine the lost opportunities in
>terms of investment; the electrical equipment which had been destroyed. The
>earnings that could have been made by refrigerator owners, people with
>workshops and so on. Inadequate electricity has been a major obstacle to
>development. How can any body with such knowledge jubilate because of a
>generator.?
>Ignorance is the worst enemy of democracy as FOROYAA always say. You will
>have to do more work to enlighten the people. That is the solution to our
>problem. When I looked around one could see that all those who were
>struggling to get the 50 dalasis notes were poor. The president could not
>struggle to get 50 dalasis note. He was going away. This again shows that
>poverty is degrading.
>I am glad that I have gained a lot of awareness from FOROYAA to be able to
>know what I should jubilate  about. I hope others would learn to own their
>minds and be no one's fool.
>
>Mawdo Touray
>Fagi Kunda
>
>Dear Editor,
>All journalists should take a tour of of the area near the Serrekunda
>Clinic and the market that is close by. I really cannot believe that the
>KMC, the Department of Works and Communication and the Department of State
>for Health can be aware of the pools of water going to the clinic.
>Pregnant women have to be brought to the clinic on a frequent basis. The
>foul smell around the area has made the place a breeding place for
>mosquitoes and flies. People selling at the market near the clinic are
>paying duties only to sit near pools of stinking water and mud. Even taxi
>drivers evade those pools of water thus making it very risky for patients
>who need treatment at night.
>I have raised this with one of the FOROYAA editors who lives near the area.
>I was told to write for publication. I hope this matter will be treated
>with urgency.
>
>Brother Cham
>
>FOROYAA's Comment
>The Secretary of State for Health should accompany the KMC Chairman and
>Secretary of state for Works to make a tour of the roads leading to
>Serrekunda Clinic via the "Sandika" or market near the clinic. The pools of
>water and the stench are posing serious danger to environmental and
>personal health. It is incredible that with all the money that is being
>collected at the market the KMC is unable to clear the environment near the
>market and cooperate with works to ensure better roads for patients.
>Maximum efforts need to be made to address the concern of the water which
>is the concern of all those who are interested in better health services
>for the people.
>
>GAPD Student's Wing Concludes Annual Sensitization Tour In Farafenni
>
>A 24 member delegation of The Gambia Association for the Physically
>Disabled Students' Wing (GAPD) have recently concluded a five day annual
>sensitization tour in Farafenni Senior Secondary School, North Bank
>Division. The delegation comprised two schools namely, Nusrat Senior
>Secondary School and Brikama Islamic Institute. The group was headed by
>Lamin Kinteh, a former Nusrat student and a prominent executive member of
>the association.
>On the first day of the trip, the delegation made a courtesy call on key
>personalities in the town including the Chief Alhagie Sambujang Jagne and
>the Alkalo Alhagie Bakary Dibba who all accorded warm welcome to the
>delegates and applauded their excellent initiative.
>After the curtsey calls, the delegation proceeded to address the students
>of Farafenni Senior Secondary School who were the host, the Junior
>Secondary and the Primary school respectively.
>During the encounter, Lamin Kinteh the head of the delegation told students
>that GAPD Students' Wing has been touring the country for the past two
>years with a view to sensitizing the public particularly, the students
>about the wrong notion relating to disability concepts. He added that the
>trip in general was geared towards improving public interactions with
>disabled individuals by not suppressing their rights and dignities as human
>beings.
>He advised students not to discriminate or marginalise disabled persons
>since according to him one may be  able bodied today and tomorrow becomes
>disabled as the president of GAPD Students' Wing, Ebrima Dibbasey
>accidently fell down from a donkey cart and had his left arm amputated.
>On his part, Yaya Bajo, the association ex-president of Nusrat Sub-union
>noted that disabled persons deserve to be respected, educated and most
>importantly live a dignified life. He challenged parents to hesitate to
>send their disabled children to school, skills centres and all sorts of
>learning institutions so that they could become productive members of the
>society. He further challenged the school authorities and West African
>Examination Council in particular to allocate ample time to disabled
>students who had their arms amputated during examination period so that
>they could also write their exams at their best convenience. He concluded
>by echoing the old adage that disability does not mean inability.
>The delegation was later offered an airtime at Farafenni Community Radio
>Station. The forum was used to sensitize the community about disability
>concepts, aims and achievements of the association. The delegation had also
>visited the AFPRC General Hospital where the Senior Nursing Officer, Mr.
>Gomez led the entourage on a conducted tour of the hospital premises.
>However, the tour was highly eventful and it was also punctuated by a drama
>play entitled ''Rights to Survival'' and a poem entitled ''Disability is
>not a wish but a fate.''
>
>
>Shocked  And Disappointed
>I am shocked and disappointed by the behaviour of some men when they are
>interested in having an affairs with a woman. I was brought up to be very
>careful with men. A man began to follow me day and night to have an affair
>but was unsuccessful. He started to come to my compound regularly but could
>not get close to me for a period of two months.
>I did not want to develop any relationship with him without being sure that
>we will be married. He would stand outside the compound to speak to my
>friends and relatives. His friends also continued to approach me. They made
>it clear that he was interested in marrying me. He asked why I was always
>at home.  I explained that I had many things to do at home. He kept on
>showing interest. Knew all members of my family. They took interest in him.
>It became safe for me to develop relationship with him. We started to talk
>to each other when we got familiar with each other I started to sit with
>him to drink green tea. We met every Saturday and Sunday to sit, chat and
>drink "attaya" (green tea) with friends. Sometimes we would watch video
>shows. The closer we became the more he tried to have an affair with me.
>I told him that I could not do that until we got married. He said that he
>was interested in marrying me but that he had a very bitter experience with
>his first wife because of hasty marriage; that he would want to take his
>time to know me better before getting married. He spoke to me in such a
>kind way that I decided to yield to his request. I was however courteous. I
>did not want to go very far because of fear of pregnancy. I accepted to be
>close but not to go too far to have sexual relationship. He said that we
>could have romance without having sex. I was sceptical at first but I
>agreed to be visiting in his house and we started to have fun. I began to
>develop liking for him. I enjoyed his company. I would think about him. My
>relatives started to tease me. His friends became my friends. I would wash
>his clothes for him. I was beginning to be his wife.
>Everyone started to associate me with him. I began to have trust for him to
>go as far as he wanted with me.  I was confident that no matter what
>happened the man will marry me.  I did not know that I was making the
>biggest mistake of my life.
>I accepted to share love and romance with him. I suggested many times that
>we should get married. He kept on promising and told me that I had nothing
>to worry about. He went as far as to have an affair with me. Once this
>happened I did not see any need to preserve myself again. I continued to
>accept whatever he wanted. I did not want to separate with him. He became
>more demanding. I continued to yield more and more to his passions.
>Sometimes I know that I could get pregnant but he would tell me not to get
>worried. The problem of pregnancy did come. I explained to his relatives
>what had happened. He accepted the pregnancy and promised to take care only
>to disappear. Now I have to face the problem on my own. This is the dilemma
>of being a woman. You share love and romance but when pregnancy comes the
>man disappears and leaves one with all the pain.
>
>
>Wallidan Champions Of The League And The FA Cup
>  Black Pool: A Revelation In Gambian FootBall
>
>
>
>
>Wallidan FC the league champions in showing their experience and supremacy
>in football in the country stunned Black Pool with 3 – 0 win in the FA Cup
>final to claim double championship. Black Pool formidable in the mid field
>demonstrated witty ball possession and accurate passes but could not cause
>their usual upset of big teams.
>Wallidan utilising the fluidity of their flank players spread their passes
>and had more attacks at goal.
>In an onslaught Pap Gaye as a result of defensive lapse collected re-bounce
>and registered the first goal in the first half.
>After the recess Black Pool put up stiff-neck challenge but lacked the
>resilience to keep the tempo. A fluid flank player Abdou Rahman Conateh of
>the Blue Boys out-placed his marker and put in a cross, Buba Sonko sneaked
>from his marker and increased the scores with leader to two goals. The Blue
>Boys not showing any sign of smugness step up the onslaught and Black Pool
>defender was red carded for handling the ball. Bai Omar Samba converted the
>penalty to increase the goal margin to three goals. Black Pool despite the
>score line was not down hearted, but kept their composure and continued to
>show case their witty skills to the final whistle. The Blue Boys securing
>their eighteenth title of championship received a trophy and D20,000 cash
>prize. Black Pool collected D10, 000 and D5, 000 was given to other teams
>as consolation.
>Speaking to the press the coach of Wallidan FC commended both teams for
>rising up to the occasion by playing good football. He indicated that
>Wallidan is a highly committed and disciplined team composed of ten
>national team players. He concluded that Wallidan won the championship but
>Black Pool rises up to the occasion.
>Assistant coach of Black Pool, Lawis opined that seasoned veteran players,
>should be brought on board to take Gambian football to higher heights. He
>indicated that playing a final junior team was a big challenge but his
>team's rise to the occasion and played good football. He urged scouts of
>their big team to maintain the team together; that the team is a family and
>well composed and disintegrating them would not pay dividend for the team
>and for football in the country; that all stakeholders should play their
>quota to develop and promote the game.
>
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