Dr Ismaila Ceesay speaks after debate with Halifa Sallah

Dr Ismaila Ceesay on Thursday reacted to his debate with PDOIS leader Halifa Sallah saying it was a great honour for him.

Dr Ceesay and Mr Sallah did battle on Wednesday ahead of the presidential election in December.

And writing on Thursday, Dr Ceesay said: “It was a great honour sharing the platform with Hon. Halifa Sallah to debate national issues.

“I commend him for accepting the challenge and Haruna Drammeh for providing the platform moderating.

“This gives us the opportunity to vote on policy and encourage other aspiring candidates to follow suit.”