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Navigating leadership turbulence: The quest for coalition unity among UDP, PAC, and PDOIS

On Thursday night on AG Radio, three gentlemen from various political backgrounds participated in an intense yet respectful discussion, marked by honesty and clarity, as they deliberated on the way forward to create a robust coalition that could challenge the current administration. Mr. Falang Sonko, the KM Region Chairman of the United Democratic Party (UDP); Mr. Hagi Sawaneh, the National Youth President of the United Democratic Party (UDP); and Mr. Pappa Jagne, the Chairman of the People's Alliance for Change (PAC), each present unique viewpoints regarding the establishment of a strong coalition and the leadership role within it. Sonko and Sawaneh exhibit a strong alignment in their viewpoints. Mr. Baboucarr Mboge, a notable figure in the People's Democratic Organisation for Independence and Socialism (PDOIS), does not align with the perspectives of Sonko and Sawaneh, who argue that the UPD, being the largest party, should take the lead with Hon. Ousainou Darboe at the helm. Mr. Gibril Fadia, a notable figure in the Alliance for Patriotic Reorientation and Construction (APRC), mostly aligns himself with the ruling National People’s Party (NPP) while being a strong proponent of presidential term limits. He shares similar perspectives with Sonko and Sawaneh, both of whom believe that the UDP should spearhead an opposition coalition given its substantial support base. Engaging with this programme might give the impression that building a robust coalition is a difficult task; nonetheless, this does not mean that it is impossible. The distinctions in political party ideologies and the determination of which leader and party are considered more electable will be a central theme of intense discussion and negotiation in the coming months. The formation of a grand coalition is still uncertain. Nevertheless, all these gentlemen agree that a strong coalition is essential. A crucial inquiry is, who will take the helm of that coalition if it materializes?