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Government’s Withdrawal of Land Case Infuriates Kassa Kunda VDC, Raises Fears of Violence

Mustapha Jarju May 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (KASSA KUNDA) – The Village Development Committee (VDC) of Kassa Kunda in Kombo Village, Kombo Central District, has expressed deep disappointment with the government’s recent decision to withdraw a land case between the villagers and the Sabally Family. The case, which was being heard at the Brikama Magistrate Court, has raised concerns among the villagers, with the VDC accusing the government of inciting violence.

Thailand and The Gambia Pledge to Strengthen Bilateral Relations at OIC Summit

Frederic Tendeng May 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – During the 15th Islamic Summit of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Banjul, Republic of The Gambia, Ms. Busadee Santipitaks, Deputy Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs and Special Envoy of the Prime Minister of Thailand, met with Sering Modou Njie, Minister of Defence of The Gambia, to discuss bilateral relations and cooperation.

OIC Contact Group Urges Peaceful Resolution of Jammu and Kashmir Dispute

Frederic Tendeng May 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) contact group on Jammu and Kashmir has reiterated its call for an early and peaceful resolution of the longstanding dispute.

Islamic Military Coalition and The Gambia Pledge Cooperation Against Terrorism

Frederic Tendeng May 6, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a recent development at the Islamic Summit Conference in Banjul, Maj. Gen. Mohammed bin Saeed Al-Moghedi, the Secretary-General of the Islamic Military Counterterrorism Coalition, met with Maj. Gen. Mamat O. Cham, the Chief of Defense Staff of The Gambia. According to a report by the Saudi Press Agency, the meeting focused on strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism and extremism.

China Reaffirms Strategic Partnership with OIC, Calls for Action on Israel-Palestine Conflict

Frederic Tendeng May 6, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – At the 15th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Banjul, Gambia, Vice-Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, Zheng Jianbang, represented China as a special envoy of Chinese leadership. President Adama Barrow extended the invitation to Zheng Jianbang, highlighting the importance of China’s relationship with the OIC and Islamic countries.

OIC Condemns Burning of Quran, Call on States to Combat Religious Intolerance

Frederic Tendeng May 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has strongly denounced the recurrent cases of Holy Quran burning in a number of European nations. The OIC also urged governments to adopt legal and policy measures to fight religious intolerance, hate crimes, negative stereotyping, incitement to violence, and violence against individuals based on their religion or belief, in a statement issued as part of the Banjul proclamation.

Banjul OIC Conference Emphasizes Trade, Halal Industry, Solidarity Among Member States

Frederic Tendeng May 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Banjul OIC Conference Final communiqué has emphasized the pivotal role of trade in driving economic growth and employment across the OIC Member States. It highlighted the importance of active participation in global supply chains, development of higher value-added products, and fostering regional supply chains. Additionally, it stressed the need to promote the Halal industry and organize trade promotion events, including the OIC Trade Fairs.

OIC Summit Issues Banjul Declaration, Strongly Condemns Israeli Aggression in Gaza Strip

Frederic Tendeng May 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The 15th Session of the Islamic Summit Conference, themed “Enhancing Unity and Solidarity Through Dialogue for Sustainable

OIC Summit Closing – President Adama Barrow Renews Call for Collective Action for Peace

Frederic Tendeng May 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – President Adama Barrow of The Gambia, also serving as the Chairman of the 15th Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Islamic Summit, delivered closing remarks on 5th May 2024, emphasizing the importance of peace, justice, and continuous dialogue within the Islamic community and beyond.

IGP Seedy Touray Signs Statute for OIC Police Center for Cooperation and Coordination

Frederic Tendeng May 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – During the sidelines of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Summit in Banjul, Inspector General of The Gambia Police, Seedy Mukhtar Touray, signed the statute for the “OIC Centre for Police Cooperation and Coordination,” marking a significant step towards enhancing security collaboration among member countries.