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The African Development Bank (AfDB) has greenlit the allocation of a whopping $618 million to Nigeria under the Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprise (i-DICE) initiative. The initiative aims to revolutionize the technological and creative landscape of the country. The Country Director-General for Nigeria at the AfDB, Mr Lamin Barrow, revealed in an exclusive interview […]
In a groundbreaking move towards continental integration and economic prosperity, the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) unveiled the Afreximbank African Collaborative Transit Guarantee Scheme (AACTGS) at the ongoing Intra-Africa Trade Fair (IATF) 2023 in Cairo, Egypt. The scheme, inaugurated by Afreximbank’s President and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Prof. Benedict Oramah, aims to facilitate seamless […]
A Commissioner at the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Baba Leigh, has said NHRC remains in solidarity with GAMCOTRAP in the campaign for the upholding of the anti-FGM legislation. GAMCOTRAP was in the past few months inundated by criticisms from both social media and radio platforms following the conviction this year of three women in […]
In a momentous event held on November 8, 2023, Alhaji Bakary Gassama, the esteemed Director General of The Gambia’s Drug Law Enforcement Agency (DLEAG), led the graduation ceremony for a group of recruits who completed an intensive six-week regimen of drills and combat training at the Police Intervention Unit (PIU) in Kanifing. The ceremony drew […]
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the posting and redeployment of 14 Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) and 26 Commissioners of Police (CPs). The Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, an assistant commissioner of police, said this in a statement on Thursday in Abuja. Mr Adejobi said the postings and redeployment were […]
Inspector General Abdoulie Sanyang, the head of The Gambia Police Force, has reaffirmed his unwavering dedication to reforming the country’s law enforcement agency. The commitment was emphasized during his visit to the in-service training for traffic officers held at the Police Training School in Banjulunding on November 7, 2023. IGP Abdoulie Sanyang, who has been […]
In a significant diplomatic meeting, the Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs at the OIC Secretariat, H.E Ambassador Yousef Al-Dobeay, led a high-level delegation to The Gambia on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. The delegation’s primary objective was to brief President Adama Barrow on the state of preparedness for the hosting of the 15th Organization of Islamic […]
In a surprising turn of events, the Gambian President, Adama Barrow, temporarily interrupted his annual leave to preside over the 26th Cabinet session held at the State House on Thursday, 26th October 2023. The highly anticipated meeting encompassed significant discussions and presentations by prominent cabinet members, notably the Minister for Finance and Economic Affairs, Seedy […]
In a resolute declaration, the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has vowed to reclaim the Ashanti Kingdom’s rightful place, citing concerns about the influence of money on leadership. Otumfuo Osei Tutu II made these impassioned remarks during an address on chieftaincy matters at the Manhyia Palace. The revered leader expressed his deep worry that the […]
In a collaborative effort between The Gambia Police Force and various stakeholders, including line ministries and agencies, a nationwide road clearing operation is set to commence, beginning in the Greater Banjul Area. This initiative, effective from Thursday October 19, 2023, aims to address issues related to road safety and public order by demolishing both permanent […]
In a significant development aimed at bolstering international security ties, the Gambian Inspector General of Police, Abdoulie Sanyang, and his International Affairs Unit, convened a crucial meeting with Canadian security liaisons representing the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). The meeting took place at the Gambia Police Headquarters in Banjul on Tuesday October 17, 2023. The […]
In a startling turn of events, the Brikama Area Council has been rocked by a corruption scandal that has led to the suspension of one of its key personnel, Omar Saidykhan. The accusations against him, which involve embezzling millions of Dalasi, have sent shockwaves through the community. Omar Saidykhan, a figure within the council, finds […]
In a significant step towards improving law enforcement and community engagement, a team of seven personnel from The Gambia Police Force recently completed a week-long community policing training at the Botswana Police Academy. The training, which took place from September 18 to 22, 2023, saw officers from various regions of The Gambia join hands to […]
The Republic of The Gambia, in collaboration with the Gambia Investment and Export Promotion Agency (GIEPA) and the Agence Nationale Pour la Promotion des Investissements et des Grands Travaux (APIX), is gearing up for a historic event set to take place from the 26th to the 27th of October, 2023. The first edition of The […]
In response to the escalating crisis in the Gaza Strip, Egypt has taken swift action to prevent a potential mass exodus of Palestinians into its Sinai Peninsula. The situation unfolded on Tuesday when Israeli bombardment forced the closure of the primary exit point from the Palestinian enclave, leaving Gaza officials and Egyptian security sources deeply […]
In a significant diplomatic engagement, the British High Commissioner to The Republic of The Gambia, Harriet King, paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology, Pierre Gomez, on Monday, October 9, 2023. The meeting was marked by warm and cordial exchanges as the minister extended a warm Gambian welcome […]
In a week-long collaborative operation, The Gambia Police Force, in partnership with the National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC), apprehended twelve individuals engaged in the illicit bypassing of electricity connections and tampering with Cashpower meters. These arrests, conducted in multiple locations across the country, have brought to light the detrimental impact of such activities on […]
In a shocking turn of events on Uganda’s 61st ‘independence’ day, the headquarters of Ugandan politician and prominent rights activist, Bobi Wine, were raided by police and the military. The incident has escalated into a broader crackdown, resulting in the arrest of party leaders and supporters. Bobi Wine disclosed this via his Facebook page on […]
DR Congo’s leader Felix Tshisekedi has submitted his candidacy for a second term in office, joining a crowded list of presidential hopefuls including opposition heavyweights and a Nobel Peace Prize winner. The turbulent central African nation, a vast and impoverished country of about 100 million people, is due to hold parliamentary and presidential votes on […]
Gambian President, Adama Barrow, marked a significant milestone on Saturday as he officially inaugurated the 48-kilometer North Bank Roads Project Lot 2 in Nyanija, Central River Region (CRR). This ambitious road project encompasses vital communities, including Kaur Janneh Kunda, Kerr Gibbi, and Chamen, promising enhanced connectivity and improved transportation infrastructure. In his inaugural statement, President […]