Fatoumatta: There’s something both telling and ironic about the National People’s Party gearing up to unveil a sleek, digitally polished 2026 manifesto at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center. It’s more than just another political gathering—it’s a reflection of the entire Gambian political scene. It lays bare a […]
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President Barrow Appoints Former Interior Minister Yankuba Sonko As Chairperson Of The Local Government Service Commission
The Gambian leader, President Adama Barrow has appointed Honourable Yankuba J.N Sonko as the Chairperson of the Local Government Service Commission. Hon. Sonko and three others, namely, Safie Lowe-Ceesay, former Minister of Health, Abdoulie Sallah, former Secretary General and head of the Civil Service and one Bahai Hydara have been […]
The Ousainou Bojang Case and the Politics of Distraction in The Gambia’s 2026 Election Run-Up
By Kebeli Demba Nyima . The Ousainou Bojang case has transformed from a criminal investigation into a political battleground, obscuring vital discussions on governance. Amid protests and legal turmoil, the legitimacy of state actions hangs in the balance. Can justice prevail in the face of political distraction? This commentary argues that […]
Commentary: From Circumcision Metaphor to Coalition: The main point is simple. Diomaye’s mandate exists because the coalition played a crucial role in winning the presidency.
Fatoumatta: From Circumcision Metaphor to Coalition: The main point is simple. Diomaye’s mandate exists because the coalition played a crucial role in winning the presidency. Critics may not see this, but they cannot change the facts, no matter what symbols they use. Stop the Revisionism: President Faye’s declaration, “I Was […]
