(JollofNews) – This was not unexpected and commentators had suggested that is exactly what would happen. Jammeh had declared that he would “rule for a billion years” and mere poverty stricken voters would not dethrone him. The so-called “annulment” is not just unlawful, but it is also treason because Jammeh[Read More…]
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Gambia: Monday Declared Bank Holiday For Mawlid Nabi Celebrations
(JollofNews) – Gambia’s President Yahya Jammeh has declared Monday a bank holiday in observance of the Muslim feast of Mawlid Nabi (Prophet Muhammad’s birthday) commonly known as ‘Gamo. Mr Jammeh who was defeated in last week’s election is expected host an event with religious leaders at State House. The feast[Read More…]
Torchlight: Reflecting On Gambia’s Election
(JollofNews) – I was drawn to JollofNews Radio into the early hours of Friday night as the mixed bag of results streamed through. It soon became apparent that this was not going to be another Jammeh landslide. I was reminded of the saying: “The impossible takes time, but a miracle[Read More…]
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