President Adama Barrow of the Gambia will serve the constitutionally mandated five-year term in office and will defy pressure from his opponents and activists to call early elections, Tourism Minister Hamat Bah said on Saturday. Addressing a political meeting in Brikama, West Coast Region, organised by the President’s Fan Club[Read More…]
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Gambia: Update: Thousands Gather In Brikama For Barrow’s Visit
Thousands of Gambians are lining the streets of Brikama, capital of West Coast Region, to welcome President Adama Barrow, who will address a mass political rally. The meeting is organised by the president’s loyalist in the region, who will use the event to renew their support to his government and[Read More…]
Gambia To Seize Ex-President Jammeh’s Assets
The Gambia will take over all assets and companies belonging to former President Yahya Jammeh and close associate, Muhammed Bazzi, the government announced Wednesday. Justice Minister Abubacarr Tambadou told a news conference the state will take “all companies and their respective assets belonging to former President Yahya Jammeh upon the[Read More…]