The Minister of Local Government and Lands, Mr Lamin N Dibba has said that he would not fire any Chief or Village Head based on their political affiliation.
Minister Dibba made these remarks while tabling the Local Government Amendment Bill at the National Assembly.
“I will ensure nobody is fired based on your political affiliation,” Minister Dibba said.
“We cannot say anyone who worked in the past regime cannot work with us,” he added.
Dibba an executive member of the United Democratic Party UDP, explained that as a politician and state minister, he tries to draw a line between the two positions.
“Let us unify our country,” he said.
The Bill tabled by the Minister was on the election of Area Counccil Chairpersons through universal disenfranchise while Deputy Mayors and Chairpersons would be elected by elected Councillors.
Hon. Sidia Jatta of Wuli West, commended the move, saying he was happy that the Minister came to correct the stupidity made by some NAMs under the influence of former President Jammeh.
Meanwhile, several members commended the minister for the amendment.
