By Makutu Manneh
In a recent interview on Kerr Fatou, Kemo Bojang, spokesperson of the Unite Movement for Change (UMC), asserted that the United Democratic Party (UDP), the country’s largest opposition party, needs the support of smaller political parties more than they need the UDP.
Bojang argued that while smaller parties may not realistically expect to secure an outright electoral victory, the UDP—being the country’s largest opposition party—stands a stronger chance in national elections. As such, he suggested that the UDP should prioritize strategic engagement and collaboration with smaller parties rather than attempting to dictate terms.
“If they believe in themselves and that the numbers they have are enough for them to win, they can do that, and we will also build what we need to, and by the grace of Allah, we will be the next government or be part of the next government,” he said.
He further observed that The Gambia’s political challenges have remained largely unchanged since independence in 1965. According to Bojang, successive administrations have decried corruption and the problem of leaders overstaying in power, yet these issues persist.
Bojang maintained that the UMC seeks to offer Gambians a credible alternative, emphasizing the need to build a new political order capable of restoring public confidence. He noted a growing disillusionment with the country’s dominant political parties and the broader political system.
“Whenever surveys are conducted, you see a large number of undecided voters,” he said. “This indicates that faith in the political class is steadily declining.”
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