Tombong Saidy
Tombong Saidy is the administrative secretary for Media and Communication of the United Democratic Party (UDP) in The Gambia. He has recently been in the news for his vocal opposition to the 2024 Draft Constitution, which he and the UDP criticized as being manipulated to serve the personal ambitions of President Adama Barrow, rather than reflecting the will of the Gambian people.
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Recent news mentions
Tombong Saidy applauded the recipients for their dedication and commitment to the ideals of the Movement.
Bensouda’s UMC accelerates campaign activities ahead of 2026 election
Gambia· 2025-10-15
Tombong Saidy held multiple roles within the UDP and resigned amid the party's internal crisis.
UDP faces major blow as several senior officials resignGambia· 2025-09-15
Contractor Tombong Saidy presented a mayoral order to Sonko for project financing.
KMC ex CEO disputes mayor Bensouda’s claims, says millions lost in projectsGambia· 2025-09-12
Tombong Saidy expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him during his years of service and described his decision to resign as guided by principle.
2 senior UDP figures resign, cite support for Talib Bensouda’s leadershipGambia· 2025-09-12
Tombong Saidy signed a statement condemning Mballow’s comments as tribalist and inflammatory.
Opposition leaders denounce tribal politics, demand unityGambia· 2025-08-22
A statement signed by Tombong Saidy, UDP’s administrative secretary for Media and Communication, reads.
Darboe says 2024 draft doesn’t reflect will of Gambian peopleGambia· 2025-07-09
