The Gambia deserves accountable citizenship and activism, not mere complaints on Facebook – LamToro News
Alagi Yorro Jallow
Fatoumatta: I have no idea when the rain will cease falling on us in Gambia. The Gambia deserves accountable complainers, activists, feminists, and journalists. Sensationalism, sentimentality, emotionalism, and the manufacturing of consent are harmful in a democracy and represent an abuse of it. There isn’t any reality to the reported lingering downside or stress between the Gambia and Senegal as some Facebook complainers have advised. It ought to be identified that in Senegal’s diplomatic priorities, the Gambia is primary, adopted by France, Morocco, Guinea Bissau, after which the United States. As an activist, you need to perceive your nation’s overseas coverage, historical past, regulation, and economics.
In a democratic society, accountable citizenship and activism play important roles in sustaining social concord and fostering optimistic change. It is crucial, nevertheless, that these endeavors are based mostly on reality and integrity. Of late, sure opposition teams have been disseminating baseless rumors concerning an alleged subject between the brand new authorities of Senegal and The Gambia. These assertions usually are not solely unfaithful but in addition detrimental to the bilateral relations of the 2 international locations.
Understanding that the denial of a police allow for a marketing campaign in The Gambia is lawful when possible trigger exists is essential. The police are tasked with upholding public order and security, and their judgments must be upheld. Opposition standing doesn’t confer the privilege to impress unrest or disseminate untruths. Opposition events ought to focus on offering constructive critique and providing possible choices to the incumbent administration.
Being a accountable citizen requires staying knowledgeable and significant of the knowledge we disseminate. It entails fact-checking earlier than distribution and resisting the urge to sensationalize or skew the reality for political benefit. Likewise, activism ought to stem from genuine causes and a dedication to justice and equality, not as a way for private significance or fame.
Fatoumatta: In abstract, accountable citizenship and activism are grounded in a dedication to reality, integrity, and the widespread good. Through constructive engagement and refraining from disseminating misinformation, we will foster a extra enlightened and united neighborhood. Let’s endeavor to be conscientious residents and activists, collaborating to forge a brighter future for The Gambia.
