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07/09/2025

Mr Nabaan, a seasoned English teacher, has given his advice to UDP followers and the entire Gambians.

In my opinion, the best advice for Talib is to remain with the UDP. Going independent or forming his own political party...
07/09/2025

In my opinion, the best advice for Talib is to remain with the UDP. Going independent or forming his own political party would be a grave mistake, costing him both money and time without yielding any tangible results. At the moment, the only viable routes to the presidency in The Gambia are through the UDP or the NPP. 2026 is not his only opportunity to become the UDP’s flag bearer, and staying within the party gives him a stronger chance in the long run.

Peace Manneh

"Let’s embrace to another five years drive on the old bus "Pamodou Bojang
06/09/2025

"Let’s embrace to another five years drive on the old bus "

Pamodou Bojang

Nigerian students joyfully marked the birth of Seydina Muhammad ﷺ in a colourful celebration organised by Faydou Baye In...
06/09/2025

Nigerian students joyfully marked the birth of Seydina Muhammad ﷺ in a colourful celebration organised by Faydou Baye International. The event took place on Thursday, September 4, 2025, and featured prayers, praises and reflections. Barhamiennes TV captured the spiritual gathering with great reverence and unity.

Hon. Kebba Lang Fofana, an NPP-nominated NAM, called on Mayor Talib Bensouda to join President Barrow and the NPP shortl...
06/09/2025

Hon. Kebba Lang Fofana, an NPP-nominated NAM, called on Mayor Talib Bensouda to join President Barrow and the NPP shortly after Bensouda withdrew from the UDP flagbearer race. Bensouda’s withdrawal came under pressure from within UDP and supporters of Ousainou Darboe, who they see as the right candidate for 2026. Bensouda had earlier promised not to contest against his mentor, Darboe, for the party’s flagbearer position.

Yaya Menteng Sanyang responds to people who ask what Talib Bensouda did for UDP. He said during the 2021 presidential el...
06/09/2025

Yaya Menteng Sanyang responds to people who ask what Talib Bensouda did for UDP. He said during the 2021 presidential election, Talib rented five white pickups for the campaign. He also gave five pickups to UDP which was distributed among chairmen. He also shared 43 motorcycles among the coordinators. But what everyone finds difficult to understand is that Yahya Menteng Sanyang said Talib's financial support to the party is in the billions.

Talib Bensouda’s Quiet Exit and What Comes NextTalib Bensouda has stepped down from the UDP flagbearer race and from his...
06/09/2025

Talib Bensouda’s Quiet Exit and What Comes Next

Talib Bensouda has stepped down from the UDP flagbearer race and from his position as Organising Secretary. He said the decision is to preserve party unity and to reject tribal politics. But many people believe there is more behind it.

Whispers say Talib has chosen to wait, not to quit. He is avoiding the noisy fights inside the party. He is preparing for a bigger stage. His eyes are fixed on 2026 when he may announce his move for national office.

Talib has built his name with the Mbalit Project in Kanifing, the zero-waste strategy and his reforms for youth and urban voters. Now he is ready to shift that energy to the whole country.

His resignation looks like a sacrifice. But in Gambian politics, quiet exits often open the door for louder returns. UDP leaders are now facing divisions. Talib is watching. He may step in when the time is right.

Some call him careful. Others call him ambitious. What is clear is this. For Talib Bensouda the game is not over. It has only begun.

Sulayman Jassey

Saikou Jeng has attacked  the United Democratic Party (UDP) following Talib Bensouda’s withdrawal from the 2026 leadersh...
06/09/2025

Saikou Jeng has attacked the United Democratic Party (UDP) following Talib Bensouda’s withdrawal from the 2026 leadership race and his subsequent resignation. Jeng argued that Talib’s exit was not voluntary but the result of intense internal hostility and hate speech from within the party.

He accused the UDP of valuing Talib only for his financial contributions, comparing his treatment to a discarded can after use. Jeng said his earlier prediction had come true: Talib would face more enemies inside the UDP than outside.

Describing the party as plagued by a “cult-like mentality,” Jeng expressed sympathy for Talib, who, despite heavy investment, has been cast aside. He urged Talib to consider forming a new political movement or aligning with opposition forces, declaring that his future in UDP is irreparably blocked.

UDP's Ebrima Dibba Breaks Silence: Denies Biases and Slams Party's Treatment of him Ebrima Dibba, the Organizing Secreta...
06/09/2025

UDP's Ebrima Dibba Breaks Silence: Denies Biases and Slams Party's Treatment of him

Ebrima Dibba, the Organizing Secretary of the United Democratic Party (UDP), has spoken out against allegations of bias within the party. In a candid statement, Dibba denied claims that he had instructed party executives to abandon UDP leader Ousainou Darboe and support another candidate, Talib Bensouda.

Dibba emphasized his respect for Darboe, describing him as a "golden" leader and asserting that he would never betray him. He attributed criticisms and insults to misinformation and malicious rumors, stating that he has left everything in God's hands.

However, Dibba expressed disappointment with the party's treatment of loyalists like himself. He claimed that despite his dedication and hard work for the UDP, he has been subjected to insults and criticism without any defense from party members .

"I'm someone who believes in what I stand for and goes all out," Dibba said. "Mature people remain silent, but I don't understand why the UDP, a party I believed to be democratic, is acting this way because of democratic process going on. Since I was young we are ment to believe udp is democratic party. But the Accusations and insukt are too much at this month I will have to regret to leave hence I have done my all for the party "

Dibba also clarified that he hasn't reached out to anyone to speak ill of any candidate, but rather, people have been calling him. He challenged those who claim he has spoken negatively about candidates to come forward.

PYFC TV

06/09/2025

Talib officially resigned from the flagbearer race and resigned as UDP’s organising secretary. We get reliable information that Talib is advised to resign from UDP and go independent. He will make his announcement after the Commission ends.

The Gambia’s Scorpions defeated Kenya 3-1 in a World Cup Qualifier, with goals from Sheriff Sinyan, Yankuba Minteh, and ...
05/09/2025

The Gambia’s Scorpions defeated Kenya 3-1 in a World Cup Qualifier, with goals from Sheriff Sinyan, Yankuba Minteh, and Musa Barrow. Kenya scored a late consolation goal, but The Gambia’s strong performance secures a vital away win and boosts their chances in the qualifiers.

The Government of The Gambia has allocated land in Lamin CDC for the construction of a new national stadium and another ...
05/09/2025

The Government of The Gambia has allocated land in Lamin CDC for the construction of a new national stadium and another plot for the Lamin community through the Alkalo and VDC. At the handover ceremony, Ministers Bakary Y. Badjie and Hamat N.K. Bah reaffirmed government commitment to sports development and community partnership. Lamin VDC Chairman Jammeh E.K. Bojang thanked the government and pledged that the land will be used to promote sports and youth activities.

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