Gambiaj.com – (KEREWAN, The Gambia) – NPP stalwart Dr. Demba Sabally has issued a stern warning to citizens planning protests against the presence of ECOMIG forces in the country. Addressing a crowd in Kerewan on Wednesday night, Dr. Sabally criticized the protestors, reminding them of Gambia’s commitment to peace.
Gambiaj.com – (BUNDUNG, The Gambia) – The Bundung High Court, presided over by Justice Aisatou Jallow-Sey, has commenced hearings on five cases filed by members of the United Democratic Party (UDP) challenging the qualifications of regional governors and deputy governors.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a concerted effort to address the long-standing disenfranchisement of Gambians living abroad, the Ministry of Justice, in partnership with GK Partners and the National Assembly Joint Committee for the Elections Bill, is hosting a pivotal one-day retreat for National Assembly Members (NAMs) and key stakeholders. This event will facilitate technical and consultative discussions on implementing Diaspora Voting and Representation.
Gambiaj.com – (BWIAM) – The Chief of Defense Staff of the Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) Lt. Gen. Mamat O. Cham, during a visit to the Senegalese contingent stationed in the Foni Kansala District, emphasized the mutual commitment between the Gambia and Senegal to maintaining peace and stability.
Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – The arrest of Bah Diakhate has ignited a flurry of reactions across social media, drawing the attention of human rights advocates. Madiambal Diagne, CEO of Avenir Communications Media Group, and Seydi Gassama, Executive Director of Amnesty International/Senegal, have weighed in on the situation, highlighting the serious interest building around Diakhate’s comments against the Prime Minister.
Gambiaj.com – (SAMI) – In a significant push towards industrialization and food security, President Adama Barrow recently visited two promising agricultural development sites in the Central River Region (CRR). This visit underscores the Gambian government’s commitment to bolstering local food production and reducing dependency on imported staples.
Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – Bah Diakhate, a supporter of the former regime of President Macky Sall, has been detained by the Senegalese Criminal Investigation Division (DIC) in Dakar. His arrest followed the circulation of a video in which he made homophobic remarks deemed “outrageous towards Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko,” according to sources close to the new regime.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Gambian President Adama Barrow has expressed deep condolences following the tragic death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In an exclusive interview with the Gambia Journal’s reporter Mustapha Jarju, Demba Ali Jawo, a journalist and former Minister of Information, shares his insights on the legacy of Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara, the first President of the Republic of The Gambia. Jau, who was part of a team assisting Jawara with his memoirs, reminisces about the late president’s humility, his interactions with the public, and the challenges he faced post-presidency.
Gambiaj.com – (BUNDUNG) – The Opposition United Democratic Party (UDP) has launched a legal battle against all sitting governors appointed by President Barrow across the country. UDP members assert that these appointments violate the Local Government Act, specifically citing section 123(1) which states: “There shall be an Area Administrator for each Local Government Area who shall be a senior civil servant appointed by the President.”
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