Cross-Carpeting – The Standard Newspaper

Political Scientist Decries Cross-carpeting Among Elected Politicians

By Kemo Kanyi Mr Biran Gai, a political science lecturer at the University of The Gambia, has described as disheartening the practice of elected politicians shifting political allegiance, particularly among young leaders. Speaking to The Voice on Monday, Mr Gai says cross-carpeting is not a new political phenomenon in The Gambia, noting that it has been permitted by the constitution and has occurred over the years. He, however, expressed concern…

Cross-carpeting – The Standard Newspaper

As the 2026 elections approach, political realignments have become a familiar rhythm in our national life. The recent decision of Hon. Omar Jatto Jammeh, National Assembly Member for Janjanbureh Constituency, to join a political party after being elected as an independent has reignited an important constitutional and moral debate: Does a mandate belong to the individual or to the platform on which it was secured? Independent candidates occupy a …