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National Youth Parliament Ends First Session With Focus on 2026 Manifesto
By Makutu Manneh
The 10th National Youth Parliament concluded its first ordinary session on Saturday, adopting a series of resolutions and moving forward with plans for a National Youth Manifesto that will outline the priorities…
Dr. Gajigo Blames Central Government for Challenges Facing Municipalities
Dr. Ousman Gajigo, Economist and politician
By Fatou Sillah
Dr. Ousman Gajigo, an economist and politician, has defended Kanifing Municipal Council Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda against criticism over the condition of markets…
NDP Leader Kebba Madi Bojang Says Ruling NPP Is Seeking His Return
Kebba Madi Bojang, NDP
By Makutu Manneh
Kebba Madi Bojang, leader of the National Democratic Party, says the ruling National People’s Party is trying to persuade him to return to its ranks, even as other opposition…
NCCE Calls on Political Leaders to Condemn Hate Speech and Ethnic Rhetoric
By Fatou Sillah
The National Council for Civic Education has urged political leaders and parties to publicly denounce hate speech, ethnic rhetoric, and inflammatory remarks, warning that increasingly divisive public…
NDP Leader Says Police Questioning Over Fertilizer Distribution Was Politically Motivated
Kebba Madi Bojang, leader of the National Democratic Party
By Makutu Manneh
Kebba Madi Bojang, leader of the National Democratic Party, has described his questioning by the police and the Ministry of Agriculture over his distribution…
Dr. Gajigo Says Talib Bensouda Represents the Change Gambia Needs
Dr. Ousman Gajigo, Economist and politician
By Fatou Sillah
Economist and politician Dr. Ousman Gajigo has explained his decision to back UNITE presidential candidate Talib Bensouda, saying he believes Bensouda…