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Gambia Police Force Hosts Senegalese IGP in Historic Visit to Deepen Security Ties

Frederic Tendeng January 9, 2025

Gambiaj.com – (Banjul, The Gambia) – The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Seedy Mukhtar Touray, on Wednesday, January 8, welcomed Senegalese IGP General Mame Seydou Ndour and his high-powered delegation at the Police Headquarters in Banjul. The visit, described as “historic and pivotal,” marked the second day of General Ndour’s tour aimed at bolstering bilateral security cooperation.

Rwanda and Gambia Police Forces Forge Stronger Ties to Tackle Security Challenges

Ebrima Bah December 2, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (KIGALI, Rwanda) – The Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Rwanda, CG Felix Namuhoranye, and his Gambian counterpart, Gen. Seedy Muctar Touray, have agreed to deepen their collaboration to address shared security challenges.

Gambia Police Issue Warning Over Unauthorized UTG Students’ Protest

Ebrima Bah December 2, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Police in The Gambia have issued a strong warning against any unauthorized protests, including a purported demonstration allegedly planned for Monday, December 2, 2024, in Kanifing by a faction of University of The Gambia (UTG) students.

Gambia Police Officer Arrested for Alleged Misconduct at Senegambia Beach

Awa Colley November 30, 2024

The Tourism Security Unit (TSU) of The Gambia Police Force (GPF) has arrested and detained a police officer from the Police Intervention Unit in Kanifing following allegations of gross misconduct at the Tourism Development Area in Senegambia. The incident occurred on Thursday, November 28, 2024, prompting swift action by law enforcement authorities.

UK Delegation and Gambian Police Forge New Path in Fight Against Organized Crime

Awa Colley November 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Seedy Mukthar Touray welcomed a high-level delegation from the British High Commission, led by Mr. Paul Jenkins of the UK National Crime Agency (NCA), to Police Headquarters on Thursday, November 21, 2024.

PIU Agenda Prioritizes Strategic Patrols and Community Engagement to Curb Crime

Awa Colley November 17, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (KANIFING, The Gambia) – In a concerted effort to address rising crime rates and enhance operational efficiency, the Police Intervention Unit (PIU) Commissioner, Adeline Basangeh, convened a high-level meeting recently at the PIU Headquarters in Kanifing.

Gambia Police Force Cracks Down on Cable Theft and Scrap Metal Trade Involvement

Frederic Tendeng September 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia Police Force has raised serious concerns over the escalating cases of electric cable theft, destruction of fiber optics, and the unlawful removal of valuable materials from construction sites and business installations across the country.

The Gambia Police and ECOMIG Joint Security Patrols Bolster Peace and Cooperation in West Coast Region

Frederic Tendeng September 26, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The West Coast Police Regional Command, in a coordinated effort to enhance security, conducted a joint patrol on Tuesday, September 24, involving several key security agencies.

Gambia Among Nations with Low Confidence in Law Enforcement, Global Gallup Survey Finds

Frederic Tendeng September 25, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, the Gambia) – The Gambia ranks near the bottom of the latest Gallup Law & Order Index, a global survey that assesses public confidence in law enforcement, feelings of personal security, and experiences with crime over the past year. The index, which was recently released, places The Gambia alongside Liberia, the Republic of the Congo, and Sierra Leone as countries where trust in law enforcement is notably low.

Ministry of Lands and GCAA Tackle Security Risks from Unauthorized Developments Near Banjul Airport

Frederic Tendeng September 17, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Ministry of Lands, Regional Government, and Religious Affairs, in partnership with the Gambia Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and Banjul International Airport, has raised serious concerns over unauthorized developments near the airport’s perimeter fence.

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