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GID, Gambia Navy Rescue 73 Migrants in Niumi Bakalarr
By Makutu Manneh
The Gambia Immigration Department (GID), in collaboration with the Gambia Navy Barra Seaport Base, has intercepted and rescued three migrant boats in Niumi Bakalarr that were attempting to undertake an…
Lawyer Says Barrow’s Remarks Reflect Concern Over Opposition Coalition
Lawyer Assan Martin
By Makutu Manneh
Assan Martin, a lawyer and rights activist, has suggested that recent remarks by Adama Barrow indicate growing concern over the prospect of a united opposition ahead of the upcoming…
Opposition Groups Set to Sign Coalition Framework on Saturday
Ebrima S. Bah
By Makutu Manneh
Opposition parties engaged in ongoing talks to form a unified electoral alliance are expected to sign a formal coalition framework on Saturday, according to organizers of the negotiations.
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Gambia Ferry Services Unveils Tobaski Plan with Expanded Capacity and 50% Livestock Fare Reduction
Babucarr Sonko, PRO of Gambia Ferry Services
By Seedy Jobe
The Gambia Ferry Services (GFS) has announced a series of measures aimed at managing increased passenger traffic and ensuring safety along the Banjul–Barra route ahead of the…
Man Sentenced to Death for Murder of 62-Year-Old Woman in Fajara Home Invasion
Justice I. Janneh
The High Court in Bundung has sentenced Ousainou Jallow to death after convicting him of the murder of 62-year-old Binta Gassama during a violent home invasion in September 2022.
Delivering judgment on Tuesday, 19…
Omar Saibo Camara Challenges Parliament Over Petition Against Deputy Speaker
Omar Saibo Camara, Spokesperson for Gambians Against Looted Assets
By Fatou Sillah
Omar Saibo Camara, spokesperson for Gambians Against Looted Assets, has raised concerns regarding the handling of a petition reportedly submitted to…
GALA Spokesperson Levels Sharp Criticism at Barrow Administration, Defends Civic Accountability…
Omar Saibo Camara, spokesperson for Gambians Against Looted Assets
By Fatou Sillah
The spokesperson for Gambians Against Looted Assets (GALA), Omar Saibo Camara, has delivered a pointed assessment of President Adama Barrow's…
GID, GAF Intercept 62 Irregular Migrants in Niumi Sika
By Makutu Manneh
The Gambia Immigration Department (GID), in collaboration with the Gambia Armed Forces (GAF), has intercepted 62 irregular migrants during a joint operation conducted in Niumi Sika.
According to a press…
Dr. Mustapha Bittaye Defends Revised Hospital Fees as Key to Sustainable Healthcare
Dr. Mustapha Bittaye, Chief Medical Director of the Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital
By Fatou Sillah
Dr. Mustapha Bittaye, Chief Medical Director of the Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital (EFSTH), has defended the…
President Barrow Warns CRR Residents Development Projects May Stall Without Re-Election
President Adama Barrow
By Makutu Manneh
President Adama Barrow has cautioned residents of the Central River Region (CRR) that ongoing development projects, including road construction, electricity access, and livelihood initiatives,…