The Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Fabakary Tombong Jatta, has commended President Adama Barrow’s leadership, describing it as unmatched in democracy, rule of law, and good governance. He made the remarks during the 54th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Region Conference held at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International[Read More…]
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Independent Presidential Hopeful Slams National Assembly Over 2026 Nomination Fee Hike
Independent presidential aspirant Ahmadou MH Kah has publicly condemned the National Assembly’s decision to raise the nomination fee for presidential candidates ahead of the 2026 elections, calling the move “shameful” and “anti-democratic.” In a wide-ranging interview with JollofNews, the leader of the Tabax-Reewmi Movement accused lawmakers of attempting to financially[Read More…]
Probe Into Jammeh Assets Sale Could Suffer Setback As NA Goes On Recess
The investigation by the National Assembly into the disposal of Jammeh’s assets could suffer a setback as the legislature goes on recess next month. The Office of the Clerk of the National Assembly announced on Tuesday that the office will not “entertain” any official engagement with the legislators from 3rd[Read More…]
Justice Minister Testifies On Jammeh Asset Sales & Janneh Commission’s Operations
The Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dawda A. Jallow, on Monday appeared before the National Assembly’s Special Select Committee investigating the sale and disposal of assets belonging to former President Yahya Jammeh. These assets were identified by the Janneh Commission of Inquiry, which was set up in 2017 to[Read More…]
One All Draw In The Constitutional Match – What Next?
With the throwing out of the Barrow Draft Constitution by the National Assembly, we seem to be back to square one as far as the country’s constitutional reform process is concerned. How did we get here, one may tend to ask; considering that providing a new constitution was one of[Read More…]
A New Chapter For The Gambia’s Constitution
Following the National Assembly’s decisive rejection of the 2024 draft constitution, I extend my congratulations to the Speaker, members of the National Assembly, the Minister of Justice, and President Barrow for upholding the principles of democracy and allowing a robust debate to unfold. As we move forward, it is crucial[Read More…]
Ceesay Dismisses Concerns Over Leading Jammeh Assets Inquiry, Denies COVID Fund Allegations
Abdoulie Ceesay, National Assembly Member for Old Yundum and Deputy Majority Leader, has responded to growing criticism over his appointment as chair of the parliamentary inquiry committee set up to investigate the sale of assets seized from former President Yahya Jammeh. The National Assembly recently confirmed the formation of a[Read More…]
“What Are The Concerns Of Gambians Regarding The New Parliamentary Inquiry?”.
A good investigatory panel is distinguished by impartiality, thoroughness, and expertise. It should comprise individuals who are objective, unbiased, and able to maintain confidentiality. Effective panels also conduct thorough investigations, gathering and analyzing evidence, and utilizing clear and transparent communication. Therefore, this so-called National Assembly select committee, otherwise a parliamentary[Read More…]
‘NA’s Minority Caucus To Convene Special Session On Jammeh’s Assets Disposal’
Credible sources have informed JollofNews that the minority caucus of the Gambia’s National Assembly is determined to spearhead the convening of a special legislative session to exhaustively look into the disposal of the assets of the former Gambian dictator. “The Speaker of the National Assembly is currently attending an AU[Read More…]
Opposition Leader Mai Fatty Backs Parliamentary Probe Into Jammeh Asset Disposal
Opposition leader and former Interior Minister, Mai Ahmed Fatty, has publicly endorsed the Motion laid before the National Assembly by Majority Leader Hon. Billay G. Tunkara, calling for a Parliamentary sub-committee to investigate the alleged improper disposal of assets recovered from former President Yahya Jammeh. In a strongly worded public[Read More…]
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