A faction of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), led by Kebba Jallow, endorsed President Adama Barrow and the National People’s Party (NPP) on Wednesday, ahead of the December presidential poll. Mr. Jallow confirmed the alignment yesterday, stating, "The choice before Gambians is clear. We cannot afford a return to the politics of past divisions. President Barrow has demonstrated commitment to peace, infrastructural delivery and inclusive governance. For that reason, our faction will support his candidature and mobilise our networks behind the NPP." He added, "I stand with the NPP and President Barrow because unity and steady leadership are what our people need now." Mr. Jallow emphasized his support was based on conviction, noting, "I back the NPP and Barrow because their plans to strengthen agriculture, jobs, and local governance are the right road forward."
Reasons for Endorsement
Kebba Jallow framed the decision as pragmatic, asserting it was rooted in national interest and political stability. Jallow stated that President Adama Barrow has demonstrated commitment to peace, infrastructural delivery, and inclusive governance. "The choice before Gambians is clear. We cannot afford a return to the politics of past divisions," Jallow said, adding, "President Barrow has demonstrated commitment to peace, infrastructural delivery and inclusive governance. For that reason, our faction will support his candidature and mobilise our networks behind the NPP." Jallow further explained that the endorsement allows Barrow to present himself as the consensus candidate for continuity and stability.
According to Jallow, unity and steady leadership are what the Gambian people need now. "I stand with the NPP and President Barrow because unity and steady leadership are what our people need now," he stated. Jallow also described the endorsement as a commitment to institutions, progress, and a future that works for every Gambian. He noted, "This is not about personalities; it’s a commitment to institutions, progress, and a future that works for every Gambian. When the nation calls for stability, principle requires we answer…today I throw my weight behind a leadership that delivers." He additionally supported the NPP and Barrow's plans to strengthen agriculture, jobs, and local governance, calling them "the right road forward."
Mobilizing Support
Kebba Jallow confirmed his faction's intent to support President Adama Barrow's candidature and mobilize their networks behind the National People’s Party (NPP). He articulated the reasoning, stating, "The choice before Gambians is clear. We cannot afford a return to the politics of past divisions. President Barrow has demonstrated commitment to peace, infrastructural delivery and inclusive governance. For that reason, our faction will support his candidature and mobilise our networks behind the NPP." Jallow further emphasized his conviction, adding, "I stand with the NPP and President Barrow because unity and steady leadership are what our people need now. This is not about personalities; it’s a commitment to institutions, progress, and a future that works for every Gambian. When the nation calls for stability, principle requires we answer…today I throw my weight behind a leadership that delivers." He also indicated his support stems from the NPP and Barrow's policy objectives. "I back the NPP and Barrow because their plans to strengthen agriculture, jobs, and local governance are the right road forward. Promises mean little without implementation. I support the leadership most capable of turning plans into schools, clinics, and markets. I join this effort not out of convenience but conviction: the policies on the table offer measurable gains for Gambian families," Jallow stated.
Jallow's Vision
Kebba Jallow articulated his vision for The Gambia's future, emphasizing a pragmatic approach to governance. He stated that the choice before Gambians is clear, adding, "We cannot afford a return to the politics of past divisions. President Barrow has demonstrated commitment to peace, infrastructural delivery and inclusive governance. For that reason, our faction will support his candidature and mobilise our networks behind the NPP." Jallow further showed the importance of stability, noting, "I stand with the NPP and President Barrow because unity and steady leadership are what our people need now. This is not about personalities; it’s a commitment to institutions, progress, and a future that works for every Gambian. When the nation calls for stability, principle requires we answer…today I throw my weight behind a leadership that delivers." He also claimed his support stemmed from a belief in tangible outcomes, stating, "I back the NPP and Barrow because their plans to strengthen agriculture, jobs, and local governance are the right road forward. Promises mean little without implementation. I support the leadership most capable of turning plans into schools, clinics, and markets. I join this effort not out of convenience but conviction: the policies on the table offer measurable gains for Gambian families."