Gambiaj.com – (NIRRO JATTABA, The Gambia – The sale of logs illegally cut from the forest has sparked controversy in Nioro Jattaba. The Regional Forestry Office proceeded with the sale of these logs, confiscated by the community, without judicial action, raising concerns about transparency and justice.
In response to accusations made by Ousainou Darboe, the head of the opposition United Democratic Party (UDP), about President Adama Barrow receiving government land, the ruling National People’s Party (NPP) has issued a statement.
Gambiaj.com – (PARIS) – In a bold and risky move, French President Emmanuel Macron has called for snap parliamentary elections on June 30, with a second-round vote on July 7.
Gambiaj.com – The death in April of one of the biggest names in Nigeria’s renowned movie business – he had more than 100 films under his belt – sent the industry into shock. Actors have since been speaking out about Nollywood’s poor safety record and calling for change.
Gambiaj.com – DAKAR, Senegal) – Former police commissioner Cheikhna Cheikh Saadbou Keita has openly criticized Pastef leader Ousmane Sonko, describing him as lacking intellectual and political capabilities. Speaking on the “Sunday Jury” program on June 9, Mr. Keita shared his blunt assessment of Sonko’s character and abilities.
Gambiaj.com – (NAPLES, Italy) – In a significant operation yesterday, the Vasto-Arenaccia police station officers arrested two individuals, a 31-year-old Senegalese and a 26-year-old Gambian (names witheld), both with prior police records and irregular immigration statuses, for illegal possession of narcotics.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – With the recurrence of public contempt and hostility towards state security agents performing their duties, the Gambia Police Force and the Gambia Fire and Rescue Services held a joint press briefing to address the issue. Both organizations emphasized the importance of public cooperation to prevent future incidents of violence.
Gambiaj.com – (CAIRO, Egypt) – In a significant step towards enhancing aquaculture in The Gambia, Egypt’s Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Elsayed Elkosayer, has pledged extensive support and cooperation in this field. The commitment was made during a meeting with Musa Drammeh, The Gambia’s Minister of Fisheries and Water Resources, held in Cairo.
Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – In a recent court decision, the sale price of Bougane Guèye Dany’s building in Keur Gorgui was set at 1 billion 100 million CFA francs, following a case against the Agricultural Bank. The head of Dmedia, Bougane Guèye Dany, has publicly denounced what he describes as a campaign to tarnish his reputation.
Gambiaj.com – (MARSEILLE, France) – CMA CGM, the French carrier, has notified its customers about the implementation of a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for container shipments originating from Europe to The Gambia. The PSS, effective from 15 June 2024 until further notice, will impact various regions and types of cargo.
