Opposition lawmakers from Gambia’s main opposition United Democratic Party (UDP) refused to attend the session in which the 2026 National Budget was tabled, citing the detention of a senior member and their exclusion from meaningful debate. Leading the protest was Lamin Ceesay, Member of the National Assembly (NAM) for Kiang[Read More…]
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UDP Boycott Of 2026 Budget Speech Sparks Tension In National Assembly
A sharp political confrontation erupted in the National Assembly on Friday after lawmakers from the United Democratic Party (UDP) boycotted the 2026 budget speech delivered by the Minister of Finance. Their absence followed a public call from Yankuba Darboe, the Chairman of Brikama Area Council, urging UDP National Assembly Members[Read More…]
Minister Keita Presents 2026 Budget With Focus On Gambian Wellbeing
Finance and Economic Affairs Minister Seedy KM Keita has presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill to the National Assembly, outlining a budget aimed at improving the living standards of Gambians and strengthening economic gains. Presenting the budget on Friday, Minister Keita said the country’s economic outlook remains positive, with real GDP[Read More…]
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