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Moe
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 Posted - 15 Jul 2010 : 07:56:04
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Wednesday, July 14, 2010
The Gambian leader, His Excellency Sheikh Professor Dr Alhaji Yahya Jammeh has declared that he will not campaign in the upcoming 2011 Presidential Election, saying he is optimistic of a landslide victory.
President Jammeh made this declaration Monday night while addressing thousands of people during a meeting in Farafenni, as part of his 'Dialogue with the people tour'."I will never work for any opposition in this country anymore and I will not beg you the Badibunkas and Kiankas to vote for me, whether you join the APRC or not I will win," he averred, and continued:
"Come 2011, whether you vote for me or not, I will win and I will not beg you the people of North Bank Region, especially Salikene and Njaba Kunda to vote for me. If you want development you have to join the majority and support me but if any area chooses to be with the opposition, let them go ahead and expect no benefit from my government.What I did for you, in the past 400 years of British rule [and 30 years of the First Republic] you were not able to get it."
The Gambian leader reminded the people of NBR that before 1994, traveling in the region used to be a nightmare for them. "In fact, what I had expected you to ask me and what you have asked were quite different, but be assured that your concerns are noted," he said.
The president made it very clear that he will not and will never beg anybody to vote for him, and that no coup can remove him as he came with a clear mission and has to accomplish that mission until such a time he wants to retire and hand over the mantle of leadership. He then told the people of Salikene in Central Baddibou to manifest their support to him in the next presidential election, citing them [Salikeneh] and Kiang West as the two major areas that form the majority of the opposition, and urged them to either change or forget about his government's development.
Speaking earlier, Mamadou Tangara, the minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, who doubles as the liaison officer for NBR, thanked the people of the region for coming out in large numbers to welcome the president and entourage, adding that there could be no meaningful development in any nation without progress. He informed the gathering that the major water project underway in the region is near completion and that the demand for the expansion of potable drinking water projects will soon be a thing of the past.
Responding to some of the issues raised by the people in the area of accessibility to some farm inputs and the price of fertilizer, Kalifa Kambi, deputy minister of Agriculture assured that the government would look into the price as demanded by the farmers to see how best they can make it affordable for everyone.
He also advised those who appealed for the government to help them separate salt water from fresh water in their farms for effective rice cultivation, to write a proposal to the Participated Integrated Water Management Programme (PIWAMP) outlining their request.
Other speakers at the meeting included Momodou Kendeh Dibba, chief of Central Baddibou District ; Ebrima Ansu Tamba Jammeh, chief of Illiassa District; Modou Cham, on behalf of the Gambia Transport Control Association, Farafenni Branch; and Honourable Lamin Jammeh, National Assembly member for Illiassa among others.
The meeting was chaired by Hon. Suku Singhateh, National Assembly Member for Lower Baddibou and APRC desk officer for NBR and was characterised by donation of sheep and bulls to the president by various chiefs and some businessmen as appreciation for the development projects he brought to the region.
Author: by Musa Ndow & Hatab Fadera on tour
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I am Jebel Musa better yet rock of Gibraltar,either or,still a stronghold and a Pillar commanding direction
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kayjatta
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Posted - 15 Jul 2010 : 10:41:32
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I think he is already campaigning. What else do you think he is doing? He is telling them to vote for him in exchange for development, which is illegal and unconstituional. But of course the Sheikh wouldn't know that he is breaking the law by saying that to a whole region of people whose tax money pays his salary and development projects.
But then you know the Badibu and Kiang (Sosseh bu Sann purr sann )will never vote for him. I am sure he knows that now, huh? |
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terangba
Egypt
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Posted - 15 Jul 2010 : 13:32:02
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I cannot believe the Badibunkas and Kiankas are treating BAA BILLY MANSA this way. When the Jinns asked him not the build the Kerewan Bridge he told them to go to hell because he does not care about what the Jinns can do, he went ahead and built the bridge to connect my people to the rest of the country.
I hate to say this but this statement is correct "What I did for you, in the past 400 years of British rule [and 30 years of the First Republic] you were not able to get it." People who understand the history of the region can never deny this statement.
Once Jawara fell out with Sheriff Dibba he marginalized my people. To be honest Jawara did the same with development dalasis. It use to take a whole day to visit Badibu. I remember as a kid I used to spend hours waiting to cross the five foot river at Kerewan.
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God gave men dominion over the beasts and not over his fellow men unless they submit of their own free will. - Napoleon |
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Nyarikangbanna
United Kingdom
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Posted - 15 Jul 2010 : 15:55:43
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''But then you know the Badibu and Kiang (Sosseh bu Sann purr sann )will never vote for him. I am sure he knows that now, huh?''-kayjatta
This tribal innuendo is sickening. If 'sosseh bu sann purr sanns' are not voting for Jammeh, how the hell has he managed to win elections in places like the rural Kombos, Niumi, the Baddibus, Niani, sami, the entire LRD, wuli and other predominant mandinka areas?
I think it far more prudent for us to speak on issues rather than peddling tribal innuendo which serves no purpose but the kind of polarisation that does Jammeh's politics.
I am not surprise that this comes from Kay because he is APRC and does sing the praises of Jammeh just like Every Mbaye of Banjul. I call on all sober contributors to disassociate themselves from these kind of tribal jibes and focus on the issues in hand. Gambia belongs to all Gambians regardless of tribe or religion.
''Lingadone sokobanye defafayka ngagensaynyaw'' - Yossou N'dour
Kind regards
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Edited by - Nyarikangbanna on 15 Jul 2010 16:23:23 |
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kayjatta
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Posted - 15 Jul 2010 : 22:05:04
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| Do not get me wrong Nyari. You know I am playing humor here. Please do not fall for it, I am sure nobody else will. I will respond properly... |
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Moe
USA
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Posted - 16 Jul 2010 : 01:58:22
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Nyari, "Jola Bi dafa duul" Jam kathy Singa bi dafa mandi". He discovered that once it ferments it can reach up to 100% proof alcohol. He has been drinking "PANNA" these days, notice his absence. The tribalist meant every word out of his mouth thinking it was funny . Nope Even I know the APRC will disown Kayjatta. He is the confused type, he supported PDOIS several moons ago uptil elections time and voted UDP , He said it, I did not make this one up. He is a tribalist best believe, he knows all about tribal politics if you ask me, but just let him get drunk and see what he has to say about his tribal remarks....................................... Peacequote:
Originally posted by Nyarikangbanna
''But then you know the Badibu and Kiang (Sosseh bu Sann purr sann )will never vote for him. I am sure he knows that now, huh?''-kayjatta
This tribal innuendo is sickening. If 'sosseh bu sann purr sanns' are not voting for Jammeh, how the hell has he managed to win elections in places like the rural Kombos, Niumi, the Baddibus, Niani, sami, the entire LRD, wuli and other predominant mandinka areas?
I think it far more prudent for us to speak on issues rather than peddling tribal innuendo which serves no purpose but the kind of polarisation that does Jammeh's politics.
I am not surprise that this comes from Kay because he is APRC and does sing the praises of Jammeh just like Every Mbaye of Banjul. I call on all sober contributors to disassociate themselves from these kind of tribal jibes and focus on the issues in hand. Gambia belongs to all Gambians regardless of tribe or religion.
''Lingadone sokobanye defafayka ngagensaynyaw'' - Yossou N'dour
Kind regards
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I am Jebel Musa better yet rock of Gibraltar,either or,still a stronghold and a Pillar commanding direction
The GPU wants Me Hunted Down for what I don't know ..... |
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kayjatta
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Posted - 16 Jul 2010 : 06:40:15
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Okay Never mind!!! You guys won't understand... |
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Moe
USA
2326 Posts |
Posted - 16 Jul 2010 : 06:44:06
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"Eh Kanah Borr Kay" I promise I will understand, no jokes this time around. Why did you support Halifa all the way to the polls and voted UDP bro? My friend said thats the day you decided to be fluent in Mandingo. He said you did not speak a single Mandinka word till then....................................................Peacequote:
Originally posted by kayjatta
Okay Never mind!!! You guys won't understand...
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I am Jebel Musa better yet rock of Gibraltar,either or,still a stronghold and a Pillar commanding direction
The GPU wants Me Hunted Down for what I don't know ..... |
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Nyarikangbanna
United Kingdom
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Posted - 16 Jul 2010 : 15:46:42
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Originally posted by kayjatta
Okay Never mind!!! You guys won't understand...
Kay, I know you are not a jola. So please don't associate me with moe's comments. Infact, your tribe doesn't matter to me but the values you stand for.
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Moe
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2326 Posts |
Posted - 16 Jul 2010 : 16:33:33
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Barkeh Salatul Fatiha Jola- la, Nyari, Tribe does not matter in cyberspace we are all aware of that. Kay is neither wollof nor Mandinkathat much I know.....................................Peacequote:
Originally posted by Nyarikangbanna
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Originally posted by kayjatta
Okay Never mind!!! You guys won't understand...
Kay, I know you are not a jola. So please don't associate me with moe's comments. Infact, your tribe doesn't matter to me but the values you stand for.
Cheers
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I am Jebel Musa better yet rock of Gibraltar,either or,still a stronghold and a Pillar commanding direction
The GPU wants Me Hunted Down for what I don't know ..... |
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kayjatta
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Posted - 17 Jul 2010 : 18:33:27
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turk
USA
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Posted - 17 Jul 2010 : 18:43:53
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| Kay is a white neo-con from texas and belongs to an American tribe. |
diaspora! Too many Chiefs and Very Few Indians.
Halifa Salah: PDOIS is however realistic. It is fully aware that the Gambian voters are yet to reach a level of political consciousness that they rely on to vote on the basis of Principles, policies and programmes and practices. |
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Moe
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Posted - 17 Jul 2010 : 23:47:47
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I totally disagree Turk, Kayjatta is from the "Cassa" Tribe known for PALM wime tapping. Try seeing Kay climbing a Palm tree http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/shared/spl/hi/picture_gallery/05/africa_palm_wine_tapper/html/2.stm
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Originally posted by turk
Kay is a white neo-con from texas and belongs to American tribe.
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I am Jebel Musa better yet rock of Gibraltar,either or,still a stronghold and a Pillar commanding direction
The GPU wants Me Hunted Down for what I don't know ..... |
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turk
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Posted - 18 Jul 2010 : 00:07:50
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what are you talking about!!!! He is an amish. He even sent me his pix.
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diaspora! Too many Chiefs and Very Few Indians.
Halifa Salah: PDOIS is however realistic. It is fully aware that the Gambian voters are yet to reach a level of political consciousness that they rely on to vote on the basis of Principles, policies and programmes and practices. |
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Moe
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Posted - 18 Jul 2010 : 00:11:34
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Clarification needed Kayjatta what are you?...............................................Peacequote:
Originally posted by turk
what are you talking about!!!! He is an amish. He even sent me his pix.
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I am Jebel Musa better yet rock of Gibraltar,either or,still a stronghold and a Pillar commanding direction
The GPU wants Me Hunted Down for what I don't know ..... |
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