By Lamin Njie
Political commentator Zakaria Kemo Konteh has praised Mai Ahmad Fatty after the GMC leader announced he was stepping down from his role as special adviser to President Adama Barrow.
Mr Fatty told journalists in a news conference in Kololi on Friday he was leaving the top role. He had been in the post since it was first introduced in February this year.
“I made the decision to resign on my own accord, and on my own terms, following thorough reflection, after having consulted my immediate family, and the leadership of my Party in The Gambia, and in the Diaspora,” Mr Fatty said adding “I made a personal commitment when I was appointed, that any day I do not feel challenged, I will leave.”
“I no longer feel challenged, and also I do not feel being useful as Special Adviser to the President, and so there is no need to continue on,” the GMC leader added.
US-based political commentator Zakaria Kemo Konteh praised Mai Fatty late Friday saying: “Leaders are often identified with or defined by a particular trademark inherent [in] them which serves as bedrock on which they appeal to or connect with people. That of Hon Mai Ahmad Fatty is ever present and unmistakable…
“When Hon Fatty speaks, one is struck by his energy, charisma and eloquence. He speaks with candor, sincerity and authority and with a deep understanding of issues he is talking about.
“His resignation from government at a time when he could just be collecting paychecks without merit at the expense of the public is a testament to the man’s integrity and honor. Not many have that kind of strong faith, principle and conviction…”
