By Fatou Sillah
The National President of the Unite Movement for Change, Ebrima Dibba, said on Saturday that young voters will be decisive in delivering a presidential victory for the party’s leader, Talib Ahmed Bensouda, in the 2026 elections.
Speaking at a UMC rally in Buffer Zone, Mr. Dibba urged supporters to remain disciplined and intensify grassroots mobilization ahead of the December polls.
“The youths of this country will take Talib Ahmed Bensouda to the State House,” he said, calling on supporters to “stay focused on the work” and turn out in large numbers on election day.
Mr. Dibba praised Mr. Bensouda’s leadership, describing him as “disciplined” and “principled,” and argued that sustained political attacks against him had failed to diminish his support.
“They have waged many battles against him, but they have not been able to stop him,” Mr. Dibba said, adding that the party remained confident heading into 2026.
He framed a potential Bensouda presidency as a turning point on key national issues, particularly irregular migration among young Gambians. Mr. Dibba said a UMC government would create opportunities at home and reduce the risks that drive youths to undertake dangerous journeys abroad.
He also called on rally attendees to return to their constituencies and strengthen campaign structures, emphasizing local organizing as critical to electoral success.
“All of you here today should go back and work in your constituencies,” he said. “With Talib Bensouda, your future is promising.”
In a moment that drew cheers from the crowd, Mr. Dibba likened Mr. Bensouda’s character and resilience to that of the Islamic figure Prophet Yusuf, praising both his personal qualities and endurance in the face of political challenges.
Reflecting on his own political journey, Mr. Dibba acknowledged the influence of Ousainou Darboe, leader of the United Democratic Party, crediting him with shaping his early involvement in politics.
“I will not forget the person who showed me the way in politics,” he said.
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