(JollofNews) – Around 45,000 people are now reported to have arrived in Senegal from The Gambia – according to the Senegalese Government, amid the ongoing political uncertainty as Senegalese and West African troops entered the country on Thursday. It is feared that more people may continue to flee as the[Read More…]
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Leaders Due In Gambia For Crunch Talks With Jammeh
(JollofNews) West African leaders are due in the Gambian capital, Banjul, on Friday to convince the country’s sit-tight president Yahya Jammeh to accept the outcome of the December 1st election and relinquish power. Mr Jammeh has been given until midday on Friday to leave office or be forced out by[Read More…]
Live: Senegal Halts Military Operation In Gambia, Gives Jammeh Midday Ultimatum
(JollofNews) – West African nations have halted their military operation in the Gambia aimed at toppling the regime of President Yahya Jammeh in favour of mediation, report says. According to reports monitored on France 24 Television, regional leaders have given Mr Jammeh a final chance to step down peacefully by[Read More…]