Prospects of trying former Gambian dictator Yahya Jammeh are strengthened by plans for an ECOWAS-backed court, but challenges remain in extraditing him from Equatorial Guinea. Equatorial Guinea's president may need to decide on potential extradition.
Former Gambian president Yaya Jammeh has expelled NAM Bakary Badjie, who declared intent to run for president in 2026, accusing him of acting unilaterally and failing party responsibilities, while warning others not to use his party for candidacy.
Retired assistant accounting officer testifies at Local Government Commission of Inquiry in The Gambia, revealing financial irregularities and lack of proper documentation in handling public funds, highlighting issues of accountability and transparency in municipal administrations.
Yahya Jammeh, exiled from The Gambia for nearly eight years, maintains significant influence in Gambian politics, recently expelling rising political figure Bakary Badjie from his faction of APRC. Despite being ousted from power, Jammeh's control over political dynamics persists, utilizing
Former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh expels Bakary K. Badjie from his faction of the APRC after Badjie announced his presidential ambition. Jammeh denies communication on political matters, defends party members, and criticizes current governance, urging unity and national development.
Exiled former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh expels Bakary K. Badjie from the APRC faction via a WhatsApp message as he gears up for the 2026 Presidential Election, calling for unity among supporters and criticizing the current government's governance and education system.
Ex-President Yahya Jammeh, eyeing 2026 Presidential Election, expels Bakary K. Badjie from APRC, citing immediate effect with "no negotiation." Urges unity, claims nation worsening, and criticizes current government and education system in Equatorial Guinea audio message.
Former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh is listed among the world's ten most 'wanted' ex-leaders for serious crimes, including human rights violations during his 22-year rule. Although no international warrant exists, a Special Tribunal for The Gambia is being created for his prosecution.
Former President Yahya Jammeh has been named one of the 10 most 'wanted' former heads of state for international crimes, including human rights violations, by Justice Info, with plans for a Special Tribunal for The Gambia to prosecute him.
The Gambia Bakers Union and the Ministry of Trade agreed to delay a planned bread price increase due to rising costs of flour and materials. Government interventions had kept bread prices stable at D10 per loaf, but with those measures expiring, bakers face challenges in maintaining affordability and quality.
In response to criticisms from Ousainou Darboe and Essa Faal, President Adama Barrow and his officials typically respond with hostility. However, despite inflammatory remarks from former dictator Yaya Jammeh, the government has remained silent. This raises questions about Barrow's commitment to transitional justice and suggests he may be protecting Jammeh.