The Gambian vice president Dr Isatou Touray has told the United Nations General Assembly in New York the December presidential election will be held under a free and fair atmosphere.

“The Gambia is at a crossroads as we continue to seek national reconciliation, entrench our democracy, and consolidate the rule of law. 

“We are on the verge of organizing presidential elections in December 2021 and legislative elections in 2022,” Dr Touray said.

“No effort will be spared by the government in ensuring that these elections are held under free and fair conditions as we March towards the next phase of our political transition. 

“We are going on these elections with the knowledge that our journey towards reform and transformation, in the area of good governance, traditional justice or the civil service and the security sector, is ongoing,” she added.

Reporting by Adama Makasuba