In Westfield on January 19th, 2023, a suspected armed robber killed a Western Union worker, Fatoumatta Kargbo, during a staged money exchange. The assailant, arrested after a suicide attempt, is under police investigation.
By Adama Makasuba Two people, including a driver, have died in a tragic road accident in Bijilo along Bertil Harding Highway after speeding vehicles collided. The accident happened opposite the Oryx petrol station in Bijilo. The day after, the National Road Authority, at its offices in Bijilo, held a sensitization briefing for drivers on safety,
Gambia’s coach, Tom Saintfiet, acknowledged errors in the 3-0 loss to Senegal, promising corrections for the crucial match against Guinea on January 19 and expressing confidence in the team’s capability based on past victories.
The January 12, 2024 Serrekunda gas fire destroyed shops, causing financial losses; delayed fire response due to narrow roads; Deputy Mayor Modou Njie consoled victims and stressed caution, especially with gas-related hazards.
India commits to taking “appropriate action” following the conclusion of a bribery investigation involving cough syrup.
