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Yankuba Minteh Announces National Team Boycott Until Independence Stadium Is Completed
Yankuba Minteh, Gambian international and Brighton winger
By Seedy Jobe
Gambian international and Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh has announced that he will no longer represent the national team until the rehabilitation of the…
Gambian Presidential Candidate Pledges Unity and Decentralization in Football Overhaul
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By Seedy Jobe
Kemo Ceesay, a candidate for president of the Gambia Football Federation, unveiled an ambitious policy platform on Saturday that promises to decentralize the sport's governance and unify a federation he says…
Kemo Ceesay Launches Manifesto, Pledges Unity and Nationwide Football Development
By Seedy Jobe
Gambia Football Federation (GFF) presidential aspirant Kemo Ceesay on Saturday unveiled his policy platform, THE COACH Manifesto, presenting a vision centered on unity, accountability, and inclusive development as he…
Information Minister Says Arsenal Celebration at State House Was Privately Funded
President Barrow celebrating Arsenal's trophy at State House
By Fatou Sillah
The Minister of Information, Media and Broadcasting Services, Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, has defended President Adama Barrow amid public debate over a gathering…
Gambia Extends National Team Coach Jonathan McKinstry’s Contract Through 2028
Coach, Jonathan McKinstry
By Seedy Jobe
The Ministry of Youth and Sports has renewed the contract of the national team’s head coach, Jonathan McKinstry, extending his tenure through 2028, the government announced on Wednesday.
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Sports Minister Says Gambia Is Likely to Host Next AFCON Qualifiers at Home
Bakary Y. Badjie, Minister of Youth and Sport
By Makutu Manneh
The youth and sports minister, Bakary Y. Badjie, said he was confident that The Gambia would be able to host its next African Cup of Nations qualifying matches on…
President Barrow Vows Continued Support for Youth Development at Ramadan Football Final
President Adama Barrow
By Makutu Manneh
President Adama Barrow on Sunday pledged to expand support for youth development through sports, education, and skills training, underscoring his government’s commitment to creating…
Ministry Provides Floodlights for Brikama Tournament
By Seedy Jobe
The Ministry of Youth and Sports has donated seven floodlights valued at 385,000 dalasis to the Brikama Sports Committee, officials said this week, in a move intended to strengthen preparations for the annual…
GFF Cautiously Welcomes Senegal’s Offer, Maintains Focus on Independence Stadium Readiness
Baboucarr Camara, GFF Communications Director
By Seedy Jobe
The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) has cautiously welcomed Senegal’s offer to host The Gambia’s international matches while reaffirming that its primary priority…
Minister Badjie Says Stadium Renovation Critics Lack Understanding of Stadium Requirements
Bakary Y. Badjie, Minister of Youth and Sports
By Makutu Manneh
The Minister of Youth and Sports, Bakary Y. Badjie, has said that criticism surrounding the ongoing renovation of the country’s stadium stems largely from a lack…