I think the petition is a good idea as it would express the wishes of those
who sign off on it to see a unified opposition. I may share Bamba Laye's
pessimism for I can hardly envisage a unified political front (UDP, PDOIS,
NRP) when the opposition parties themselves cannot still overcome their
differences and come to the table.

I think the APRC leadership has noticed the schism and will seize the
opportunity to prevail over the opposition.

The UDP, PDOIS, and NRP have a long battle to wage, first against their own
differences before facing a stronger opponent (APRC), which has the state
resources at its disposal.

A replay of the Senegalese scenario is remotely possible in The Gambia, but
should not be ruled out.

Hamadi


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