{"id":87902,"date":"2025-10-13T07:14:07","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T07:14:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/uncategorized\/udp-councillor-for-latrikunda-yiringanya-resigns-from-party"},"modified":"2025-10-13T07:55:37","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T07:55:37","slug":"udp-councillor-for-latrikunda-yiringanya-resigns-from-party","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/udp-councillor-for-latrikunda-yiringanya-resigns-from-party","title":{"rendered":"UDP Councillor for Latrikunda Yiringanya Resigns from Party"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. <\/strong><\/span><b>Musa Bah, Councillor for Latrikunda Yiringanya at the Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC), has announced his resignation from the United Democratic Party (UDP) with immediate effect.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>In his resignation letter, Councillor Bah described the decision as a difficult one, noting that the UDP has played a significant role in his growth in public service and community development.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis decision comes after careful reflection and sincere consideration of my political journey and personal convictions,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n<p>Bah expressed deep gratitude to the UDP leadership, particularly to party leader Alhagie Ousainou ANM Darboe, for his \u201cvision, mentorship, and unwavering dedication to the values of democracy and justice.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He also extended his appreciation to his colleagues, supporters, and the residents of Latrikunda Yiringanya Ward for their continued trust and encouragement throughout his tenure.<\/p>\n<p>Despite parting ways with the UDP, Councillor Bah affirmed his commitment to serving the people of Latrikunda Yiringanya under the Kanifing Municipal Council.<\/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. Musa Bah, Councillor for Latrikunda Yiringanya at the Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC), has announced his resignation from the United Democratic Party (UDP) with immediate effect. 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