A retired military leader praised recent security changes at Gambian banks. He supports armed police protecting financial institutions against robberies. The monthly cost runs between D30,000 and D35,000 per bank. The minister called security expensive during a recent radio program, prompting the former officer to share his views.
He admired Senegal's impressive military display celebrating its 65th independence. Their armed forces showed discipline through parades featuring modern equipment. The retired commander recalled warnings from 1990, when General Dogonyaro cautioned Gambian leaders about weak defense spending. His predictions came true when coups happened in Sierra Leone and The Gambia. These events might have been prevented with better military funding.
Senegal maintains professional forces with 17,000 personnel across the army, navy, air force, and other units. Their equipment includes patrol vessels, armored vehicles, and aircraft worth millions. The Gambia operates with just 4,000 military members despite historical contributions dating back to World War II. The writer believes both countries should form a defense partnership under the new Senegalese government.
He admired Senegal's impressive military display celebrating its 65th independence. Their armed forces showed discipline through parades featuring modern equipment. The retired commander recalled warnings from 1990, when General Dogonyaro cautioned Gambian leaders about weak defense spending. His predictions came true when coups happened in Sierra Leone and The Gambia. These events might have been prevented with better military funding.
Senegal maintains professional forces with 17,000 personnel across the army, navy, air force, and other units. Their equipment includes patrol vessels, armored vehicles, and aircraft worth millions. The Gambia operates with just 4,000 military members despite historical contributions dating back to World War II. The writer believes both countries should form a defense partnership under the new Senegalese government.
