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Ousainou Darboe Goes Hard After the Police, Warns Against Intimidation and Weaponization

Frederic Tendeng June 4, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a strongly-worded press conference on Monday, Ousainou Darboe, leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP), issued a stern warning to President Adama Barrow and the security forces, urging them to avoid the pitfalls of the previous regime by ensuring free political discourse and not weaponizing state institutions.

Ousainou Darboe Rebukes President Barrow’s Speeches, Reminiscent of Yahya Jameh Era Threats

Mustapha Jarju June 3, 2024

(KIANG KWINELLA, The Gambia) – The leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP), Ousainou Darboe, has strongly criticized President Adama Barrow over his recent speeches. Speaking at the inauguration of the UDP Bureau in Kiang Kwenilla, Darboe accused the president of inciting violence by encouraging his supporters to engage in physical confrontations.

Police Extend Bail for UDP’s Ebrima Dibba Amid Ongoing Investigation into Seditious Remarks

Frederic Tendeng June 3, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The police have extended the bail of United Democratic Party’s (UDP) Deputy National Organizing Secretary, Ebrima Dibba, while awaiting legal advice from the Attorney General’s Chambers. Dibba was arrested upon his arrival at Banjul International Airport for comments made in a WhatsApp audio and taken to the airport police station for questioning.

U.S Claps As Gambia Endorses Proliferation Security Initiative at Marrakesh Meeting

Frederic Tendeng June 3, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Republic of The Gambia has officially endorsed the Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI), signaling its commitment to combating the spread of weapons of mass destruction (WMD).

President Barrow Appoints New Governors, Redeploys Existing Officials

Jarai Jallow June 2, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – President Adama Barrow has appointed new governors and redeployed existing ones across several regions of The Gambia. Acting under Section 123 (1) of the Local Government (Amendment) Act, 2006, these changes are effective immediately.

Division Among ECOWAS States Weakens Gambia’s Bid for Commonwealth Secretary-General

Frederic Tendeng June 1, 2024

The Gambia, Ghana, and Lesotho have each positioned a candidate for the prestigious role. If elected, an African candidate would become the second African Secretary-General, following the tenure of Rt. Patricia Scotland KC, the 6th Commonwealth Secretary-General.

Senegalese Journalists Released After Detention Over Articles on Military Controversy

Frederic Tendeng June 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – In Senegal, the gendarmerie has, on Friday evening, released two senior journalists, Pape Moussa Traoré and Mohamed Guèye, who serve as managing editors of La Tribune and Le Quotidien, respectively.

UDP’s Ebrima Dibba Arrested Over Alleged ‘Demeaning’ Comments on President Barrow

Frederic Tendeng May 31, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) — Ebrima Dibba, the Deputy National Organizing Secretary, was arrested last night upon landing at Banjul International Airport. Dibba was taken into custody by airport police, with sources indicating that the arrest is linked to a viral audio message he shared on social media.

Former ECOMIG Commander’s Appointment as Senegal’s New Army Chief Faces Legal Challenge

Frederic Tendeng May 29, 2024

In a recent development, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has appointed General Magatte Ndiaye, the former commander of the Gambia’s ECOWAS Intervention Force (ECOMIG), as the new Chief of Staff of the Senegalese Army.

President Barrow Launches Skill, Innovations, and Entrepreneurship (SIE) Fund

Makutu Manneh May 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In an effort to empower Gambian youth to unleash their full potential and contribute to national development, President Adama Barrow has launched the Skill, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (SIE) Fund.

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