Gambia’s main opposition United Democratic Party (UDP) has voiced deep concern regarding the current state of Independence Stadium. The UDP’s statement echoes the growing frustration among Gambians, particularly the national football team, the Scorpions, and their supporters, over the stadium’s ongoing shortcomings. Despite significant investments—running into millions of dalasis—meant to[Read More…]
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CAF Disapproves Independence Stadium Due To Poor Quality
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has ruled that the Independence Stadium in Bakau, Gambia, will not be suitable to host the upcoming African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier match between Gambia and Comoros on November 15, 2024. After an inspection of the stadium, CAF officials determined that the playing[Read More…]
Seedy Njie Tells Court Voice Article Caused Turmoil In NPP
Seedy Njie, the deputy spokesperson for Gambia’s National People’s Party (NPP), recently testified in court that a news report published by The Voice newspaper, claiming that President Adama Barrow had selected Muhammed Jah as his successor, caused significant turmoil within the party. Speaking as the prosecution’s first witness in the[Read More…]