Gambia News

GAMBIA: Former NPP Supporter Mbemba Drammeh has Joined the UDP

Mbemba Drammeh, previously a dedicated supporter of the National People’s Party (NPP), has officially transitioned to the United Democratic Party (UDP), effective Friday, January...

GAMBIA: President Adama Barrow is Optimistic about his 2026 Re-Election.

President Adama Barrow has conveyed optimism regarding his prospects for re-election in the 2026 presidential race, highlighting his administration’s development initiatives as crucial elements...

GAMBIA: On Term Limits: Dialogue with President Barrow

Mr. President, when you made that major pronouncement in April 2023 during a meeting with Muslim elders about life beyond presidency, I believe you were sincere. I believe you spoke from...

GAMBIA: UDP Says “Doina Saik” Barrow Must Go 2026

Mr. Lamin Manneh, the UDP Deputy Secretary for External Affairs and Diaspora, on Wednesday evening informed AG Radio that UDP is thoroughly prepared for...

GAMBIA: NAWEC’s Financial Irregularities

A few weeks ago, I wrote an article where I highlighted thesignificant financial mismanagement at NAWEC between 2017 and 2020. Since my article came out, an additional audited financial report...

GAMBIA: Government Outlines Criteria for Spain Labour Migration Program

The Government of The Gambia has announced the eligibility criteria for Gambians seeking employment in Spain under the Gambia-Spain Labour Migration Agreement. As part...

GAMBIA: Are the Police Covering up the True Nature of the Crime at Jah Oil Bond Road Petrol Station?

We applaud the police officers who attended the incident for their bravery and tact in handling the situation without causing severe causality or sustaining...

GAMBIA: Time for Accountability: Why the Governor of the Central Bank of The Gambia Must Resign

The Central Bank of the Gambia (CBG), once a symbol of stability and integrity, has been marred by scandals that have eroded public trust...

GAMBIA: EFSCRJ Receives the Investigation Report of the Fire Incident at the Ministry of Fisheries Report in 2019

On 14 October 2024, EFSCRJ wrote to six public institutions to request for information in line with the Access to Information Act 2021. The...

GAMBIA: The only Option for Jammeh is to Face Court

A week after former president Yahya Jammeh tried to play down current efforts to get him and his henchmen to court, human rights activist...

GAMBIA: Councillor Sheriffo Bayor Sonko Praises Chairman Yankuba Darboe’s Revitalisation of BAC

Councillor Sheriffo Bayor Sonko, known as Sonko Gambia, of Brikama Area Council, informed AG Radio that the government under President Adama Barrow perceives Chairman Yankuba Darboe...

GAMBIA: President Barrow Calls Opposition Mayors and Chairpersons Ineffective

President Adama Barrow has expressed strong disapproval of opposition mayors, chairpersons, National Assembly members, and councillors, labelling them as ineffective and accusing them of...

GAMBIA: Lands Minister Announces Forfeiture of Multiple Land Allocations in Kamalo Proper

After a task committee that was formed to look into the allocation procedure adopted recommendations, the Ministry of Lands, Regional Government, and Religious Affairs...

GAMBIA: KMC Initiates “Operation Sanity” in Old Jeshwang

The Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) has officially launched its “Operation Sanity” campaign on Monday, aiming to enhance cleanliness and environmental health throughout the municipality....

GAMBIA: EFSCRJ Concerns over the Establishment of The Gambia Accounting, Auditing, and Corporate Governance Standards Committee 

We have obtained information that the Financial Reporting Oversight Board (FROB) will inaugurate the Gambia Accounting, Auditing, and Corporate Governance Standards Committee (henceforth referred to...

GAMBIA: Time for Accountability: Why the Governor of the Central Bank of The Gambia Must Resign

The Central Bank of the Gambia (CBG), once a symbol of stability and integrity, has been marred by scandals that have eroded public trust...