(JollofNews) – Visiting Professor Dr. Paulo Pages de Andrade has urged Gambians to not succumb to fear surrounding the use of agriculture biotechnology. The Federal University of Petmambuco (UFPE) lecturer said some campaigners are spreading fear of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) without any scientific background. The Brazilian scholar was speaking[Read More…]
Economy
OJ’s Sacking Not Link To Fertilizer Scandal – Justice Minister Tambadou
Gambia’s Attorney General and minister of Justice Aboubacarr Tambadou Monday denied a possible link between the fertilizer scandal and the sacking of former Agriculture Minister Omar Amadou Jallow. “The relieve by His Excellency of former minister of agriculture has nothing to do with the fertilizer issue,” Justice Minister Tambadou told[Read More…]
World Bank Reaffirms Continuous Support For Gambia
The World Bank Group’s (WBG) reaffirmed on June 12 its continuous support for The Gambia. The Country Engagement Note (CEN) for The Gambia for 2018-2021 proposes a focused program to address critical needs during the country’s transition, while laying the foundation for longer-term inclusive growth. “The World Bank has acknowledged[Read More…]