The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE), through its Chairman Momodou A. Sise, has reminded the public that the 1,694 objections lodged with the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) are a normal administrative part of the electoral process. These objections, raised by political actors for determination by the revising court, should not be misconstrued as criminal…
In a landmark ceremony at the Football House, Mr. Kemo Ceesay officially assumed administrative authority of the Gambia Football Federation (GFF), succeeding Lamin Kaba Bajo, who retires after 12 years of service. The colourful handing‑over event was attended by Ceesay’s newly elected Executive Committee, members of the coaching staff, and key stakeholders. General Secretary Lamin…
Councillors from the Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) and the Brikama Area Council (BAC) traded sharp words this week over their respective development records, each insisting their council had delivered more during its early years in office. The exchange took place on Tuesday during a panel discussion on Kerr Fatou’s Politic Kaacha, hosted by Ebrima Jarra,…
Hon. Suwaibou Touray, secretary general and leader of the People’s Democratic Organization for Independence and Socialism (PDOIS), has said the United Democratic Party (UDP) is seeking to broaden its opposition coalition ahead of The Gambia’s December 5 presidential election. Touray noted that the UDP’s current alliance has not provided the level of political support the…
The Forward Gambia Movement has once again demonstrated its commitment to unity and cohesion in national politics. Ambassador Essa Bokar Sey, addressing colleagues of the Movement, commended the recent initiative by His Excellency Lord Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda, the coalition’s flag bearer, who shared a video on the Coalition Leaders’ WhatsApp group. The video, produced…
His Excellency President Adama Barrow has concluded an official visit to the Republic of Guinea at the invitation of His Excellency President Mamadi Doumbouya. The visit reaffirmed the cordial relations between The Gambia and Guinea and focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest. Prior to the signing of the Joint Communiqué, the…
Special Presidential Adviser and National People’s Party (NPP) National Youth President Momodou Sabally has called on the Gambian government to strengthen the eligibility criteria for political party registration and candidacy in national elections. Speaking in an interview with Star TV, Sabally criticized the 2016 Coalition Government’s decision to reduce registration fees and requirements, describing it…
The Government of The Gambia has signed an additional financing agreement worth USD 10 million with the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) to support the ongoing Greater Banjul Roads Project, a 50-kilometre infrastructure initiative aimed at transforming the country’s transport network. Honourable Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, Seedy K. M. Keita, hosted the President…
The National Assembly Member for Foni Kansala, Hon. Almameh Gibba, has raised concerns over the presence of Senegalese troops in the Foni region, calling for greater transparency regarding their mandate and operations. Speaking on the program Bitilo, Gibba argued that the deployment of Senegalese soldiers has contributed to insecurity and disrupted education, agriculture, and livelihoods…
President of the Republic of The Gambia, Adama Barrow, is expected to preside over the inauguration of the newly constructed Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Lot 9 Sanyang Seaside Road Project on Tuesday, 1 September 2026, in the West Coast Region. The inauguration will mark the commencement of a series of commissioning ceremonies for newly…
