The National Association of Early Childhood Educators in The Gambia celebrated the 60th Independence Anniversary with a patriotic march led by nursery school children, showcasing cultural heritage and national pride through colourful performances and representation of national leaders to foster a sense of belonging and leadership in youth.

Essa Faal, leader of the APP-Sobeyaa alliance, criticizes President Barrow's economic management during Independence anniversary speech, citing reliance on transactional deals, mortgaging of assets, and poor leadership leading to an underperforming economy and societal challenges in The Gambia.

UDP leader Darboe laments betrayal of Independence heroes' dreams by poor governance and corruption in Gambia. He criticizes Barrow administration's inefficiency and lack of progress, urging for visionary leadership to fulfill promise of independence for all Gambians.

As The Gambia celebrates 60 years of independence, Momodou Cadi Cham, a key figure in the nation's independence movement, urges current leaders to honor past contributors and emphasizes the importance of good governance, reflecting on the country's peaceful path to independence and subsequent developments.

UDP leader Ousainu Darboe marked The Gambia's 60th Independence Day, praising past achievements but criticizing current challenges under President Barrow, citing corruption and poor governance. He called for visionary leadership to realize the nation's potential for progress and prosperity.

UDP leader Ousainu Darboe commemorates The Gambia's 60th Independence Day, praising progress but critiquing ongoing challenges like poverty and corruption under President Barrow's administration. Darboe calls for visionary leadership to fulfill the nation's potential and emphasizes UDP's commitment to democracy

The Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights & Justice (EFSCRJ) has objected to the inclusion of former Gambian president Yahya Jammeh's portrait on a billboard commemorating The Gambia's diamond jubilee of independence. The organization argues that Jammeh, who led the country from 1994 to 2017, violated the constitution, committed human rights abuses, and imposed autocratic rule. The EFSCRJ is calling for Jammeh's image to be removed from the billboard and for his legacy to be remembered as a dark period in the nation's history.

President Adama Barrow's recent executive order, which excludes the Gambian judiciary from a 30% salary increase for civil servants, has raised concerns about the government's commitment to a functional and impartial justice system. Critics argue that the order, which also emphasizes centralized control over the judiciary's budget, undermines the judiciary's independence and effectiveness. The order has been criticized for failing to address systemic issues such as court security, inadequate working conditions, and timely disbursement of allocated budgets.