Assan Jallow

Dear Editor, I am delighted to write in support of the candidature of the current Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of The Gambia, Dr Mamadou Tangara, for the esteemed post of the Secretary General of the Commonwealth of Nations. Dr Tangara is experienced and diplomatic and has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills needed to chart the course of the Commonwealth in today’s world.

Dr. Jallow, a seasoned tax administrator with over 15 years of experience in The Gambia, is a public finance expert and author of "Computerisation of Tax and Customs Administration in The Gambia." He holds a Ph.D. in Public Economics and is pursuing a DBA in Finance. A certified Chartered Economist, his research interests span public finance, political economy, and more. In his free time, he enjoys outdoor activities, meditation, music, and live shows.

By Dr Assan Jallow National unity is a priceless asset that must be protected and preserved by all through the culture of engaged scholarship, effective communications, collaboration, diversity, and collective responsibility where differences are acknowledged and recognized. Its importance cannot be overstated, nor can it be equated or monetized in quantitative terms.