The strength to rectify oneself is what differentiates a wise man from an ordinary human being. On a recent edition, precisely last Monday’s, we carried an editorial, captioned:

"The press and the police." That piece, in its genuine intent, sought to express, in its clearest term, the relationship between two of the most important partners in a democratic dispensation. While we acknowledged the role of both institutions in ensuring the sustenance of the flow of information, to prevent proliferation of a bad press, we tried to highlight the strength and weaknesses in the relationship.

However, an after thought of that editorial piece reveals some level of unfair play against the newly appointed Inspected General of Police, Ensa Badjie. We must emphasize, however, that our intention was not to draw comparison, but to emphasize the need for the strengthening of our partnership.

We wish to convey our sincere apology for any inconvenience this might have caused the police department. The Daily Observer further reassures all stakeholders in national development that we shall continue to remain steadfast in our quest to propagate our policy in line with the popular idea of re-branding Africa, which requires a press base that promotes the interest of the continent, especially The Gambia, our beloved country.