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FPAC Calls for Additional D27 Million to Bolster Election Sensitization in 2026 Budget
Alhagie S. Darboe, The National Assembly Member for Brikama North.
By Fatou Sillah
The Finance and Public Accounts Committee has urged the government to increase funding for public election sensitization ahead!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
President Barrow Touts Electrification Gains During Tour of Kiang
President Barrow
By Makutu Manneh
President Adama Barrow on Tuesday used a meeting with residents of the three Kiang districts to highlight what he described as unprecedented progress in rural electrification,!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
National Assembly Debates Security Risks of Former President Jammeh’s Possible Return
National Assembly
By Fatou Sillah
Members of the National Assembly engaged in a heated debate on Wednesday over a motion raised by Hon. Sainey Jawara concerning remarks made by former President Yahya Jammeh. The!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Minister Sabally Encourages Kiang Residents to Resist Intimidation Ahead of Voter Registration
Demba Sabally, the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food Security
By Makutu Manneh
Demba Sabally, the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food Security, called on residents of Kiang to stand firm!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
President Barrow Says He Will Not Seek Re-Election After Leaving Office
President Adama Barrow
By Makutu Manneh
President Adama Barrow pledged on Monday that he will not seek the presidency again after leaving the Statehouse, cautioning citizens against placing their trust in leaders!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Dr. Ismaila Ceesay Defends Annual Meet-the-People Tour Amid Opposition Criticism
Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, Minister of Information, Media, and Broadcasting Service
By Fatou Sillah
Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, Minister of Information, Media, and Broadcasting Service, has pushed back against growing!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
President Barrow Urges Patience, Pledges Equal Development for Fulladu West
President Adama Barrow
By Makutu Manneh
President Adama Barrow on Monday sought to reassure residents of Fulladu West that his administration remains committed to equitable development across the country,!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Dr. Ceesay Criticizes Unite Movement, Accusing Leaders of Serving Family Interests
Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, Minister of Information, Media, and Broadcasting Services
By Fatou Sillah
Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, Minister of Information, Media, and Broadcasting Services, sharply criticized the recently launched!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Seyfo Modou Lamin Baldeh Reaffirms Political Commitment, Credits President Barrow for Appointment
Seyfo (Chief) Modou Lamin Baldeh of Lower Fulladu West
By Makutu Manneh
Seyfo (Chief) Modou Lamin Baldeh of Lower Fulladu West pledged on Monday to remain active in Gambian politics, emphasizing that his!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Mayor Bensouda Pledges Economic Reform Amid Rising Cost of Living
Talib Bensouda, Mayor KMC.
By Seedy Jobe
In a wide-ranging interview on West Coast Radio, Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda of the Kanifing Municipal Council and a prominent member of the Unite Movement for Change (UMC)!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…