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Expert Testifies in Murder Trial of Ousainou Bojang and Sister Amie Bojang

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Professor Gabriel Ogun, the head of pathology and laboratory medicines at Edward Francis Teaching Hospital (EFSTH), testified as the seventh witness (PW7) in the alleged murder trial of Ousainou Bojang and his sister Amie Bojang. The trial, presided over by Justice Jaiteh, saw Professor Ogun, a senior staff member with an extensive academic background in pathology and medicine, present crucial evidence regarding the postmortem examinations of two deceased police officers, Pateh Jallow and Sang J Gomez, conducted in September 2023.

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MRCG Commemorates World Immunisation Week, Celebrates 50 Years of Global Immunisation

Gambiaj.com – (FAJARA) – The Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia at London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (MRCG at LSHTM) is joining the global community in celebrating World Immunisation Week, which runs from 24th to 30th April. This year’s celebration is particularly special as it coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI), highlighting the tremendous progress made in global immunisation efforts and the crucial role of vaccination in public health.

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Ministry of Education Calls for Collaboration with Football Federation on Student Scouting

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education in The Gambia has issued a statement banning the Gambia Football Federation’s (GFF) scouting activities involving students of different age categories in schools. While acknowledging the importance of talent identification in sports, the Ministry emphasized the need to prioritize students’ education.

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Police Murder Trial – Defense Concludes Marathon Cross-Examination

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Counsel Lamin J Darboe has wrapped up a comprehensive cross-examination of PW6 Detective Ebou Sowe in the ongoing alleged murder trial of Ousainou Bojang and his sister Amie Bojang. The session was marked by meticulous scrutiny of Detective Sowe’s activities and whereabouts on key dates related to the case.

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Concerns Raised Over Escalation of Crime and Drug Activities in The Gambia

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The National Assembly of The Gambia’s Committee on Defense and Security has expressed deep concerns over the rising number of crimes and illegal drug activities in the country. In a statement read by Deputy Speaker Seedy SK Njie, the committee highlighted the alarming escalation of crime and the rampant trade and circulation of illicit drugs, describing the situation as a threat to the safety and well-being of citizens and residents.

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 Gambia Bureau of Statistics Addresses Fula Classification Concerns Amid Census

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Gambia Bureau of Statistics (GBoS) has responded to concerns raised by some members of the Fula community regarding the classification of Fulbe people in the 2024 census questionnaire. The issue arose when reports surfaced that the census questionnaire had classified Fulbe into distinct groups, sparking condemnation and demands for rectification from figures such as Mamma Kandeh.

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