{"id":87660,"date":"2025-10-09T16:25:09","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T16:25:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/uncategorized\/udp-coordinator-says-darboe-is-right-to-salvage-gambia"},"modified":"2025-10-10T05:16:55","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T05:16:55","slug":"udp-coordinator-says-darboe-is-right-to-salvage-gambia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/udp-coordinator-says-darboe-is-right-to-salvage-gambia","title":{"rendered":"UDP Coordinator Says Darboe is Right to Salvage Gambia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. <\/strong><\/span><b>Kebba Sunkung Barrow, the UDP Diaspora Coordinator in Vienna, Austria, has thrown his weight behind Ousainu Darboe\u2019s candidacy for the 2026 presidential election.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>In a statement congratulating Darboe on his re-election as the UDP flagbearer, Barrow described Darboe as the right person to salvage The Gambia from its current predicaments.<\/p>\n<p>Barrow cited Darboe\u2019s unwavering dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to the country\u2019s progress as key reasons why he is the ideal candidate for the presidency.<\/p>\n<p>He urged all Gambians, both at home and abroad, to rally behind Darboe and support him in the 2026 elections, emphasising that Darboe\u2019s leadership would guide the country towards a brighter and more prosperous future.<\/p>\n<p>Barrow expressed his confidence in Darboe\u2019s ability to stand firm for justice, democracy, and the progress of the nation, citing his tireless efforts and lifelong service to the people.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDarboe has been a towering figure in Gambian politics since 1996, known for his decades-long fight against dictatorship and his commitment to democracy.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Mr Barrow said a government led by Mr Darboe will redirect funds to critical sectors such as healthcare, education, agriculture, and energy and establish an independent anti-corruption commission with a zero-tolerance approach to misuse of national resources.<\/p>\n<p>He said Darboe\u2019s leadership will also foster a governance model rooted in honesty, integrity, and accountability.<\/p>\n<p>Despite Darboe\u2019s strong leadership credentials, the UDP faces internal challenges. The party has experienced internal divisions and massive resignations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Gambia<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. Kebba Sunkung Barrow, the UDP Diaspora Coordinator in Vienna, Austria, has thrown his weight behind Ousainu Darboe\u2019s candidacy for the 2026 presidential election. In a statement congratulating Darboe on his re-election as the UDP flagbearer, Barrow described Darboe as the right person to salvage The Gambia from its current predicaments. 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