I have lost credibility with many people by attempting to negotiate empty deals for The Gambia-Jerrod Mustaf
  I have lost credibility with many people by attempting to negotiate empty deals for The Gambia-Jerrod Mustaf
  "I was empowered by His Excellency to negotiate for the building of a sports complex, to bring entertainers and artists to The Gambia.  I expressed my concern that my reputation be protected in the event that I initiated dialogue with architects, artists, entertainers or business executives on behalf of The Gambia. My concern was that I would be left without an explanation of why The Gambia didn’t complete the deal and that I would damage my business relationships.  At the present state, I have lost credibility with many people by attempting to negotiate empty deals for The Gambia.  How do I recover that lost business?  This is not the time or forum to detail every complaint that I have but, I will look to discuss at a later date."These were the words of Jerrod Mustaf, President of the street Basketball Association, cum Gambia’s sports Ambassador. 
  
  Has Jammeh duped Jerrod Mustaf?
  Mr.Jerrod who was speaking in an exclusive interview with the Freedom Newspaper, told Editor Pa Nderry M'Bai, that the Gambian President off late had not been talking to him even though the said mentioned project is still in limbo. “ His Excellency has not personally spoken with me since February 23.  We spoke almost weekly since November 2005.  Obviously for security reasons, I cannot call him.  It would be appreciated if His Excellency would call me and justify his position on the Development Project.  It’s not about me being treated unfairly.....life is not fair.  I do believe that there is a proper way to transact business and a proper way to handle friends.  The people/youth were so excited about my project and their support was overwhelming.  The bottom line is; they deserve better!”
  
  At the commencement of the interview, the SBA Chief Executive said he was pleased to be given the opportunity to talk to The Gambian people through the Freedom Newspaper. "Mr. Editor, thank you for allowing the opportunity to speak with the Gambian people and to once again share my thoughts on my relationship with the country. I want to be clear in my responses so that any more seeds of dissent aren't planted. Most of the questions are directed at my relationship with the Gambian Embassy and the State House, so I will address them concurrently. "The Misrepresentation" comment:   Since February 23, 2006, I had direct communication with the Gambian Embassy on an almost daily basis until April 15.   Unknown to most Gambians because of either intentional or unintentional omission, was the fact that SBA coaches were present in Banjul training the Gambian National Basketball Teams.  There were many simple challenges that my staff was faced with and these challenges were
 communicated to the embassy and State House.  Eventually, I requested that my staff return to the U.S. and they remained in Banjul 3 extra weeks before they were able to leave.”  
  
  The SBA boss used the interview to point out that he had no problem with embassy officials in Washington DC. “I do not personally have a problem with anyone at the Gambian Embassy in Washington.  I am allowed to disagree with their methods....which I do.  Mr. Ambassador Jagne is considered a friend as well as his staff.  Hopefully, I have shown my love for The Gambia to him.” 

  The Gambian sports Ambassador said the Daily Observer Newspaper is not independent and that he had special liking for the Freedom Newspaper. This he said was based on the paper’s independence and its commitment to promote dissent, unlike the Observer, which sidelined divergent views. 
  “I read at least 5 African media outlets daily, including the Observer.  During the SBA's work with the Gambian National Teams, I requested that the Observer visit the training site to interview the coaches or players.  I even made this request through The State House.  It never happened, nor any mention of us since February.  Who controls the media in The Gambia? My impression is that The Observer is not independent.....so I appreciate The Freedom Newspaper and any news outlet that allows independent journalism.” Jerrod Mustaf concludes. 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
    
Posted on Thursday, June 08, 2006 (Archive on Wednesday, June 28, 2006)
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