Folks,

That the apparent turmoil and disarray within, what most people thought as
the most formidable opposition party to give Jammeh a run for his money, is
not being debated, is to say the least very worrying. The question begging
to be asked is "what happens next?". Is there going to be any party capable
of challenging Jammeh's leadership under democratic rules? I think not.

From recent reports in the papers, there seems to be a major rift between
the two most important members of the opposition UDP. Following Waa
Juwara's intensive calls for the UDP leader's resignation, he has continued
his attcks on him despite Darboe's refusal to talk to the press. This time
round, he is accusing Darboe of not only bad leadership, but also of lack
of accountability. In his most recent attacks, he has accused Darboe of
failing the party of giving it any growth. In his own words, he is quoted
as saying: "Despite the fact that Gambians at home and abroad have made
contributions, there is not a single road worthy vehicle owned by the
party. The funds raised in Europe, America and domestically have not been
accounted for. There is no transparency, because as far as I know as the
organising secretary, there is no Butut in the party's coffer. Despite five
years of sustainable campaign, their supporters were betrayed by a small
group of people led by Darboe".

He further alleged that the UDP has failed to acknowledge receipt of monies
sent by people from abroad and also thank them for their efforts. He
continued to say that "the UDP ceased to qualify as the main opposition
party under Darboes' leadership as the party had no single member at the
National Assembly and in the local government councils across the country.
He continued "may I remind Darboe how many times he called on public
figures including Momodou Sedat Jobe, former Foreign Affairs minister to
resign and when Jobe resigned he was seen by many as an honourable man.
Darboe has done more harm than Sedat Jobe and he has led the party for five
years to doom".

Chei, as George would say, need I go on? Apparently not; except to say to
yea, come back and join us rebuild our country. Jammeh is doing exactly
what most Gambians expect and want from him.

Have a ggod day, Gassa.

PS: There are a lot of good thinks happening in our country that should
convince all peace loving Gambians, whose prime interest is guided by the
national interest more than personal good, to come and be counted among
those doing their damnest for the greater good. Grumbling unnecessary won't
do it!!!!!


--
There is a time in the life of every problem when it is big enough to see,
yet small enough to solve (Mike Leavitt)

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