Following
the blatant refusal of Gambia's president to accept the election result
of his nation, efforts are now being made to prevail on him.
File photo: Presidents Buhari, Mahama and Jammeh during a meeting
It has been revealed that Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari is
set to travel to Gambia to help resolve the political impasse in the
West African country.
Sahara Reporters reports that the Nigerian leader will join his
Liberian counterpart, Ellen Sirleaf, to persuade Gambian President Yahya
Jammeh to concede defeat.
Also, presidential aide, Garba Shehu on Monday evening confirmed to Premium Times that “there is diplomacy going on.”
Mr. Shehu said there would be an official briefing to reporters on the matter.
Mr. Jammeh, who initially conceded defeat to opposition candidate
Adama Barrow, later reneged; saying he would order a fresh election.
Observers and international organisations like ECOWAS, the UN and
the U.S. have all asked Mr. Jammeh to respect the wish of Gambians and
relinquish power after 22 years in office.
Mr. Buhari is expected to help persuade Mr. Jammeh to leave office
and would also meet with Mr. Barrow to try to seek a soft landing for
the outgoing dictator.
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