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Police officer arrested for allegedly demanding D30,000 from complainants he undressed & inserted finger into their private parts

A police officer identified as Sergeant Gibba (a member of the PIU posted in Kanifing) has been arrested and detained for allegedly inserting his finger into the private part of a 21-year old lady (name withheld), who works as a waitress, LamToro News has learnt. The incident occurred on  Thursday […]

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Former Speaker Abdoulie Bojang Passes Away

“Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un”. 29.11. 2024 – Today, we honor a distinguished figure in Gambian politics, the former and final Speaker of the National Assembly during Yahya Jammeh’s presidency, Honorable Abdoulie Bojang. His tenure was marked by robust political involvement and considerable transformations within The Gambia. In his […]

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The dangers of tribalism in Gambian politics lie in the paradox of those who decry tribalism while simultaneously engaging in it by labeling others as tribalists

by Alagi Yorro Jallow. Fatoumatta: Tribalism and ethnic politics present a significant threat to the social unity and democratic integrity of The Gambia. The recent comments made by President Adama Barrow during his “Meet the People’s Tour” in the Lower River Region have reignited this sensitive issue. Barrow criticized the […]

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Why is Momodou Sabally considered one of the most disliked figures among the young in Gambia?

Why is Momodou Sabally considered one of the most disliked figures among the young in Gambia? ‘Respecting freedom of belief and association in a democracy is a fundamental human right.’ Academic excellence, intelligence, good moral character, and wisdom are all valuable traits. However, schools primarily emphasize academic excellence. Despite this, […]