(JollofNews) – The declaration of the results of the 1 December 2016 polls was one of the most eventful developments in the political history of the Gambia since Independence. This was the first time an opposition candidate won an election against an incumbent whose power was so entrenched that many[Read More…]
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Senegalese Troops Storm Gambia
(JollofNews) – A Senegal led regional force backed by heavy artillery is reported to have entered the Gambia as part of efforts to flush out the country’s long-term ruler, Yahya Jammeh. Mr Jammeh, 51, is refusing to handover power to Adama Barrow, who was declared winner of last month’s election.[Read More…]
Gambia: Jammeh Bows Down To Pressure, Agrees To Go Into Exile
(JollofNews) – Barely a few hours before his mandate expires, President Yahya Jammeh of the Gambia is reported to have accepted a last-minute deal to relinquish power peacefully and go into exile. According to reports from Banjul which are yet to be independently confirmed, Mr Jammeh agreed to step down [Read More…]
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