Africa-Press – Gambia. Hon. Amie Colley, the Independent National Assembly Member for Foni Brefet Constituency, has formally declared her support for what she calls President Adama Barrow’s national development agenda while firmly maintaining her status as an independent legislator.
In a statement shared, Colley emphasized her continued dedication to her constituents and to the broader national interest. Formerly associated with the “No to Alliance” political bloc, she clarified that her decision stems from a shared vision for progress, not political alignment.
“My loyalty lies with you—the constituents who entrusted me with this mandate—and with the progress of The Gambia,” Colley said. “As from today, I will fully support President Adama Barrow’s national development agenda that leads to his progressive and transformative development initiatives across the country.”
She cited alignment with the President’s priorities in democracy, peace, and national welfare as the key reasons for her support. However, Colley was unequivocal in affirming her independence.
“Let me be unequivocal: I am not joining any political party. My support for the government’s agenda is rooted solely in its merits and the tangible benefits it brings to the Gambian people,” she stressed. “I remain accountable first and foremost to my constituency and the Constitution of The Gambia.”
The statement marks a significant political development in Foni Brefet, a region traditionally known for its support for “No To Alliance,” and signals potential shifts in the National Assembly’s dynamics as President Barrow continues to consolidate support for his development programs.
During her interview, Colley disclosed that her support for President Barrow’s agenda is, in part, influenced by the involvement of Minister of Agriculture Demba Sabally and the Director General of the State Intelligence Services, Ousman Sowe. She further revealed that she had a phone conversation with former President Yahya Jammeh, in which she expressed her profound disappointment over his decision to dismiss the former executive. Colley also conveyed her reservations about collaborating with the newly appointed executive, citing the presence of individuals who had previously directed personal insults at her and her parents. She had reported these incidents to Jammeh but received no response. According to Colley, she ended the call by frankly informing the former president of her dissatisfaction and cautioning him that any actions she might take thereafter would align with the sentiments she had expressed.
Colley further disclosed to this medium that following reports of her possible alignment with President Barrow, she received a call from former President Jammeh. He reportedly expressed concern over her rumored association with what he referred to as “his enemies.” In response, Colley said she assured Jammeh that she harbored no hatred toward him, but could no longer support the current executive. She stated that she had informed the former president that, even if she were expelled from the party, she would still be willing to collaborate with Jammeh should he return home.
Honourable Colley emphasized that her decision was not taken in isolation. She explained that she had consulted with her constituency executive, and approximately 65% expressed their support for her decision to align with the President.
Colley concluded by expressing optimism for a unified yet diverse national progress: “Together, we can build a stronger nation—united in purpose, but diverse in representation.”
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