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Amadou Makhtar Mbow: The “Patriarch” of Senegalese Democracy Passes at 103

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – Amadou Makhtar Mbow, the esteemed former Director of UNESCO and a key figure in Senegalese political life, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, at the age of 103. Over the years, Mbow earned a reputation as the wise elder of Senegal’s political landscape, consistently advocating for democratic consolidation.

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Jammeh Ally and Hezbollah Financier Mohammad Bazzi Pleads Guilty in U.S. to Terrorism Financing Charges

Gambiaj.com – (BROOKLYN, United States) Mohammad Ibrahim Bazzi, a prominent Hezbollah financier and close business associate to former Gambian dictator Yahya Jammeh, has on Friday pleaded guilty in a federal court in Brooklyn to conspiracy charges related to conducting unlawful transactions with a Specially Designated Global Terrorist organization.

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Gambia’s Cabinet Weighs De-Reservation in Abuko Nature Reserve for New Development Proposals

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambian government is considering the de-reservation of parts of the Abuko Nature Reserve, a move that would strip the area of its legal status as a wildlife refuge, biosphere, and nature preserve. This significant change was discussed during a cabinet meeting held at the State House today, where Hamat Bah, the Minister for Lands, Regional Governments, and Religious Affairs, presented the proposal.

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Gambia Armed Forces Disavows Ex-Soldier’s Threatening Remarks Circulating on Social Media

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) has distanced itself from threatening statements made by an ex-soldier in an audio clip circulating on social media. The High Command of the GAF, in a press release, addressed the audio and photo being shared on platforms like YouTube, in which an individual claiming to be a serving soldier issued threats against a political party and its leadership.

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Nigerian Senator Ned Nwoko Endorses Mamadou Tangara for Commonwealth Secretary-General Role

Gambiaj.com – (ABUJA, Nigeria) – Nigerian Senator Ned Nwoko has endorsed Gambian Foreign Minister Mamadou Tangara for the position of Commonwealth Secretary-General. Nwoko, who chairs the Nigerian Senate Committee on Reparation & Repatriation, voiced his backing for Tangara, citing the Gambian diplomat’s extensive experience and visionary leadership.

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