President Adama Barrow of The Gambia has called for a retraction and an apology from The Voice newspaper following a report that claimed he has selected businessman Muhammed Jah as his successor. The story prompted a quick response from the National People’s Party, whose admin secretary, Seedy Ceesay, denounced it[Read More…]
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Boat With 30 Decomposing Bodies Found Off Senegal Coast
At least 30 decomposing bodies have been found on a boat off the coast of Senegal, military authorities say. The navy was informed of a vessel that was adrift about 70km (45 miles) from the capital Dakar, according to a military statement on X. They brought the wooden canoe, or[Read More…]
Community In Shock After Young Man With A ‘Good, Kind Spirit’ Fatally Stabbed
Members of the Easton community have been left in shock after the fatal stabbing of a young man who many described as a ‘brother’ to them. Kunta Ceesay died after being attacked on Stapleton Road on Friday (September 20) and was known by many in the local community. The 25-year-old,[Read More…]