National Democratic Party (NDP) leader Kebba Madi Bojang has urged Gambian youths to carefully assess political leaders and distinguish between those he accuses of exploiting their concerns for political gain and those committed to addressing their needs.
Bojang made the remarks over the weekend at an NDP-NAFA Alliance rally in Nema Kunku, where he addressed young people across the country, from Kartong to Koina.
He said youths had become a major focus of political campaigning but questioned whether all politicians seeking their support understood the challenges facing young people in their communities.
According to Bojang, some politicians visit communities without experiencing the daily living conditions of ordinary Gambians, preferring to stay in hotels, particularly during visits to urban areas.
He cautioned young people against accepting political promises without examining the track records, intentions and proposed policies of those making them. He also accused some politicians of prioritising government positions and personal interests over public service.
Bojang further alleged that certain political figures would change their political allegiance if removed from positions within President Adama Barrow’s administration. He criticised what he described as misinformation and political insults, arguing that the country needed practical solutions to its challenges.
Turning to the NDP-NAFA Alliance, Bojang said the coalition had developed a programme aimed at addressing the country’s problems. He maintained that its agenda would focus on presenting concrete proposals rather than political rhetoric or competition for control of public resources.
He said the alliance intended to present its programme to Gambians and explain its priorities as the country approaches the December 5, 2026 presidential election.
Bojang expressed confidence in the alliance’s electoral prospects, predicting that the current government would lose its incumbent status after the December vote.
His remarks come as political parties intensify efforts to engage voters, particularly young people, ahead of the presidential election.
