'Rotation Of Ecomig Forces Not Connected To December Polls’ – The Standard Newspaper

Senegalese troop rotation ‘not linked’ to Gambia’s forthcoming elections: ECOMIG

According to ECOMIG, the rotation and relief-in-line of troops are conducted in accordance with established ECOWAS peace support arrangements and are aimed at ensuring continuity, operational readiness and the sustainability of the mission. The mission explained that previous ECOMIG rotations have similarly involved the replacement of personnel who had completed their prescribed tour of duty with new personnel. “ECOMIG therefore wishes to emphas…

'Rotation Of Ecomig Forces Not Connected To December Polls’ – The Standard Newspaper

By Omar Bah Ecowas has dismissed speculations linking the rotation of its Senegalese contingent in The Gambia to the 5th December presidential election, insisting the movement is routine and has nothing to do with politics. A statement issued by the Ecomig force commander noted that the mission’s attention has been drawn to “many speculative and […]