(JollofNews) – The daughter of a Gambian opposition activist who was arrested and murdered by security officers for leading a peaceful anti-government protest in April has lavished praise on her father for his patriotism and standing up to his political beliefs. PhaateMah Sandeng described her dad, Ebrima Solo Sandeng, as[Read More…]
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Gambia’s Spy Agency Begins Crackdown On Opposition Activists
(JollofNews) – Authorities in the Gambia have launched a crackdown on opposition activists following President Yahya Jammeh’s annulment of the December 1st election results, which was won by the opposition. Officers of the feared National Intelligence Agency (NIA), who reports directly to the president, and are responsible for protecting state[Read More…]
Gambian Spy Agency Shuts Down Radio Station
(JollofNews) – A popular Gambian radio station has been ordered to shut down by the authorities as part of a crackdown following last month’s disputed presidential election. Officials of the feared National Intelligence Agency (NIA) ordered the Teranga radio station, “to stop broadcasting with immediate effect”, said the source, who[Read More…]