Former President Jammeh’s Legacy Praised Amidst Criticism of Current Leadership

In a recent interview with the New Global Media, Lamin Tamba expressed his deep frustration with the current Gambian administration, drawing sharp contrasts between former President Yahya Jammeh and the leaders who emerged from the 2016 Coalition.
Tamba highlighted that it took over a decade for Jammeh to start building a personal mansion, which remains unfinished to this day. In stark contrast, he pointed out that members of the 2016 Coalition began their own projects within just four months of taking office. “What annoys me the most is that they don’t care about the suffering of Gambians. That’s where Jammeh beats all of them,” Tamba remarked.
Despite numerous allegations against Jammeh, Tamba asserted that the former president genuinely cared about the well-being of Gambians and the country at large. This, he believes, sets Jammeh apart from the current leadership, who he accuses of prioritizing personal gain over national welfare. “With all the allegations they made against President Jammeh, everyone agrees that Jammeh actually cared about Gambians and Gambia, unlike this bunch of selfish people,” Tamba said.
Tamba also praised Jammeh’s commitment to supporting Africans across the continent and in the diaspora, a sentiment he feels is sorely lacking in the current administration. He accused President Adama Barrow of being dismissive of Gambians living abroad, even going so far as to use derogatory language to describe them. “Barrow doesn’t know we exist. In fact, Barrow called us in the diaspora derogatory names,” he added.
Reflecting on the promises made by the 2016 Coalition, Tamba expressed disappointment, calling their efforts a “total joke” and accusing President Barrow of unprecedented levels of corruption. “Barrow has taken corruption to a level we’ve never seen before,” Tamba lamented.
As the Gambian populace continues to navigate the political landscape, Tamba’s words serve as a poignant reminder of the enduring impact of past leadership and the ongoing challenges faced under the current regime.