Hamat Bah Faces Backlash in Parliament Over ‘Big Mouth’ Remark
Gambia’s Minister of Lands, Hamat Bah, caused an uproar in parliament by calling opposition critics “big mouths,” sparking protests from lawmakers demanding an apology.
The Activist Threatens Legal Action Against Allocating the Fort Bullen Site to Turkish Investors
Aba T. Hydara, a Gambian heritage activist, denounces the government’s decision to allocate Fort Bullen for a ferry landing, calling it illegal and non-transparent, and threatens legal action, including at the ECOWAS Court.
The Environmental Minister Requested the Appointment of Soldiers
Forestry Department staff in The Gambia oppose the appointment of Colonel Salifu Corr as Director of Forestry, citing his lack of expertise, while the Minister of Environment defends the decision amid widespread public criticism and a petition signed by over 9,000 people.
Summary of Position Paper on Diaspora Voting Rights
Elections Watch: By EFSCRJ & Gambia Participates The paper calls for clarity and urges members of the National Assembly to restore the deleted clause to safeguard and actualize the voting rights of Gambians in the diaspora. 1. Constitutional Rights: The 1997 Constitution grants all Gambians, including those in the diaspora, the fundamental right to vote.
Hon. Ismaila Ceesay Reports that 3,000 Gambians in the U.S. are Facing Deportation
Dr. Ceesay confirms that over 3,000 Gambians await deportation as the U.S. considers a travel ban, pending security compliance within 60 days.
