The IEC over the weekend ruthlessly dismissed the application of 15 candidates who filed their nomination for president.
Over two dozen leaders submitted their papers to officials of the IEC for vetting. A staggering 15 of them including some big names were all rejected. Below are some of the leaders who got rejected and are now putting in an appeal…
Mai Fatty
GMC leader Mai Ahmad Fatty’s rejection came as a surprise to many people. He was rejected for not being able to collect 200 signatures from Banjul. He however insists he has collected more than 250 signatures from Banjul and will protest against the decision of the IEC.
Dr Ismaila Ceesay
Fast-rising Dr Ismaila Ceesay of CA was also among the leaders who got rejected for being unable to collect 200 signatures from Banjul. The Doc says he has collected enough signatures and would be appealing the decision of the IEC.
Alhaji Mamadi Kurang
The independent Alhaji Mamadi Kurang also could not collect the required number of signatures, according to the IEC. The Change Party leader disagrees with the decision of the IEC and has vowed to appeal.
