United Democratic Party spokesman Karamo Njie rejected lawyer Assan Martin's call for veteran politicians to abandon presidential campaigns. The North Bank representative dismissed Martin's authority to influence UDP candidate selection processes. Njie argued that party members possess greater education and open-mindedness than Martin demonstrates. He emphasized that UDP welcomes all Gambians while questioning Martin's previous contributions to party development. The spokesman praised Ousainou Darboe's efforts in maintaining party unity among supporters.
Martin had previously urged both Darboe and PDOIS leader Halifa Sallah to step aside for younger candidates before the 2026 elections. Njie characterized such suggestions as divisive attempts against UDP solidarity. He maintained that the party remains immune to leadership disputes and external interference. The official disputed the legitimacy of President Barrow's 2021 electoral victory, claiming theft occurred. Njie expressed confidence that UDP holds superior chances of defeating Barrow in the upcoming elections while criticizing the president's governance record for causing citizen hardship and reduced purchasing power.
Martin had previously urged both Darboe and PDOIS leader Halifa Sallah to step aside for younger candidates before the 2026 elections. Njie characterized such suggestions as divisive attempts against UDP solidarity. He maintained that the party remains immune to leadership disputes and external interference. The official disputed the legitimacy of President Barrow's 2021 electoral victory, claiming theft occurred. Njie expressed confidence that UDP holds superior chances of defeating Barrow in the upcoming elections while criticizing the president's governance record for causing citizen hardship and reduced purchasing power.
