By Alieu Ceesay
Foday Conta, the Police PRO has confirmed that the office of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) has received a letter from the organizing committee of the 2017 Super Nawettan Tournament.
The committee Chaired by former Army General Lang Tombong Tamba wrote to the IGP’s Office, requesting for enough security (Police presence) in the replay of a crucial semi final between Sukuta and Gunjur Zonal teams. The match is expected to take place on Wednesday, November 1 at the Independence Stadium in Bakau.
There has been concerns over the issue of security, following the commotion among fans after the match official called off the game in the middle of a post-match penalty shootout. The game was attended by thousands of spectators who filled the pavilions to the brim to cheer both sides.
“The IGP has honored the request and he has given his blessings and due consideration. Additionally, the office of the IGP takes this opportunity to reassure the general public that the Gambia Police Force will never relent in ensuring that peace and security is maintain at all time,” PRO Conta reacted on a Facebook posting made by a football fanatic and stakeholder, Lamin Jassey.
Conta called on the general public to continue being law abiding and to always have respect for the rule of law especially in such occasions.
Meanwhile, many have been using the social media to preach for a peaceful conduct before, during and after the game saying that it is the responsibility of the Organizing Committee to provide enough security but it is also up to the fans to maintain peace and order.
Super Nawettan remains the most watched local football competition, thus, it is always greeted with violence and hooliganism.
