The Gambia recently presided over the 121st session of the Council of Ministers of the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS). The forum focused on strengthening inter-regional cooperation, sustainable development, and addressing the unique challenges faced by member nations across the three continents.
The Gambia Police Force has opened an investigation into a fatal stabbing incident in Tallinding that resulted in the death of a minor. Authorities are currently working to determine the circumstances surrounding the altercation between two young individuals, as the community grapples with the tragic loss.
The Gambia participated in INTERPOL's 'Operation Screen West Africa 2025,' a four-month regional security crackdown across 12 nations. The operation resulted in 62 arrests, including nine suspected terrorists, and significant seizures of weapons, drugs, and stolen vehicles, enhancing border security and combating transnational crime.
A significant political clash erupted in The Gambia's National Assembly as lawmaker Sainey Jawara declared former President Yahya Jammeh a national security threat, following Jammeh's recent statements hinting at a return. The remarks sparked intense reactions among representatives, highlighting deep divisions over Jammeh's legacy and the path to national reconciliation.
Gambian Agriculture Minister Demba Sabally has firmly rejected former President Yahya Jammeh's assertions of an imminent return to the country. Sabally emphasized that any such return would necessitate approval from President Adama Barrow, an authorization the current administration has no intention of granting, amidst ongoing political tours and public debate.
Sergeant Adama Jagne of The Gambia Armed Forces recently admitted to a National Assembly committee that he cannibalized government vehicles. The vehicles, identified as assets of former President Yahya Jammeh, were under his care at the Mechanical Services Agency in Kotu.
The Gambian National Assembly has adopted a motion calling for the establishment of a commission to protect customary land rights and promote fair land governance. Tabled by Hon. Sulayman Saho, the motion addresses widespread land grabbing, forced evictions, and weak legal protections, particularly for rural communities, women, and youth, aiming to secure land as a foundation of identity and livelihood.
