Gambians took turns on Wednesday to pay tributes to Solo Sandeng whose brutal murder five years ago sparked a huge campaign against former President Yahya Jammeh’s rule.
Sandeng was tortured to death in April, 2016 by security forces loyal to Jammeh after he took to the streets demanding reforms to the country’s electoral laws.
Wednesday marks five years of the tragic event and Gambians have taken to social media to honour the late UDP youth leader.
Below is what some Gambians are saying;
Bubacarr Sidiqi Jammeh: “Ebrima Solo Sandeng is a shining example for all of us. A patriot who was on the path of working for the country and seeing the best for the country… We can only look up to him.”
Ayesha Haruna Jammeh: “14 April is a day that Gambians should always remember and should always commemorate because this was the day that these brave men and women gave up their lives for The Gambia.
Alhagie Darboe: “Janko Solo was the catalyst of our changed. May your soul continue to rest in the highest place of Jaanah. Ameen.”
Coach Pasamba Jow: “Solo Sandeng has a special place in The Gambia’s history because of what he stood for. Because Solo stood for justice, Solo stood for democracy and Solo stood for liberty.”
