Alagi Yorro Jallow Fatoumatta: In the midst of rampant speculation and political maneuvering, one pressing question looms large: Does The Gambia possess viable oil reserves? This issue has resurfaced with unprecedented urgency—not because of clear government statements or substantiated findings, but due to former President Yahya Jammeh’s incendiary accusation that […]
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Balancing Reflection and Accountability: The Full Picture of Leadership in The Gambia. Jammeh’s Legacy: Progress Without Freedom Is Not True Progress.
Alagi Yorro Jallow.Fatoumatta: In political discourse, history is often selectively remembered—leaders are either glorified or condemned, with little room for nuanced reflection. The recent debate surrounding Yahya Jammeh’s legacy is a prime example. While Mai Ahmed Fatty’s caution against glorifying Jammeh’s rule is valid, it is equally important to critically […]
First Anniversary: Immigration DG Ebrima Mboob Clocks One-Year In Office
It is exactly one-year since Ebrima Mboob was appointed as Director General of the Gambia Immigration Department. DG Mboob took the baton of leadership from his predecessor Seedy M. Touray who was elevated to the rank of an Inspector General of Police (IGP) of the Gambia Police Force (GPF), thereby […]
Senegal’s President Fires Cabinet Director Pape Mada Ndour
Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has dismissed his Director of Cabinet Pape Mada Ndour, effective 28th February 2025. According to Senegal government’s official newspaper Le Soleil Digital, “By decree number 2025 – 346 of 28 February 2025, the President of the Republic has dismissed the Minister, Head of Cabinet, Pape […]
