President Barrow pledges support to university students
His Excellency President Adama Barrow has pledged to support the University of The Gambia Medical Students Association (UNIGAMSA), with more...
West Africa
Gambia, Senegal partner to ease border tensions
Gambian and Senegalese officials have reached preliminary agreements aimed at resolving ongoing border tensions following a closed-door meeting. While these...
Gambia: Ministry of Fisheries showcases progressive initiatives
Hon Musa Drammeh, the Minister of Fisheries, Water Resources, and National Assembly Matters, led a comprehensive briefing to President Adama...
Police arrest 67 nationals for various offenses
The Gambia police have arrested 67 individuals from various nationalities for multiple offenses in the KM Region. This extensive crackdown...
Olympic: Nigeria returns from Paris 2024 without medals
Team Nigeria has concluded its campaign at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games with a dismal record, marking the eighth time...
Gambia: Police arrest ex-Brigadier General Bora
The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) has arrested ex-Brigadier General Bora Colley, a former senior officer linked to the notorious 'Junglers'....
ECOWAS begins move to reintegrate Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso
President Bola Tinubu, the Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), has reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to...
President Barrow champions Gambian-Turkish trade, calls for industrialization, investment
President Adama Barrow met with members of the Gambian-Turkish Business Council on Friday. The discussions centered around enhancing trade opportunities...
ECOWAS Chiefs of Defence Staff gather in Abuja to combat rising terrorism, secure regional stability
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission is convening the 42nd Ordinary Meeting of the Committee of Chiefs...
Exclusive: Osun Osogbo, Nigerian leading traditional festival
Osun Osogbo is one of Nigeria's most famous and revered traditional festivals, celebrated annually in Osogbo, the capital of Osun...
Gambia: President Barrow steers cabinet toward key national initiatives at 20th meeting
President Adama Barrow presided over the continuation of the 20th Cabinet meeting, where a range of pressing national issues were...
Gambia: President Barrow prioritizes health safety, engages MCA
His Excellency President Adama Barrow convened a crucial meeting at the Statehouse on Wednesday, engaging with delegates from the Pharmacy...
DG Ceesay engages with Gambia police to strengthen security
Mr. Demba Ceesay, the newly appointed Director General of the Drug Law Enforcement Agency of The Gambia (DLEAG), has continued...
Nigeria Police Force hosts youth summit to IYD
The Nigeria Police Force is set to host the Nigeria Police Youth Summit on Monday, August 12, 2024, at the...
President Barrow leads comprehensive inspection tour of OIC road projects in Greater Banjul, West Coast Region
The Gambian President, Adama Barrow, has inspected Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) road projects in the Greater Banjul area and...
Gambia: 10-year-old Ceesay found dead at Manjai Bridge
Local police have found the dead body of a 10-year-old boy Ousman Ceesay at the Manjai Kunda Bridgeml. According to...
ANEEJ urges Nigeria to hold corrupt officials accountable following UK charges against Glencore executives
The Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice (ANEEJ) has commended the UK's Serious Fraud Office (SFO) for charging five...
President Barrow champions road infrastructure development
The Gambian Ministry of Transport, Works and Infrastructure has provided a comprehensive update on the status of ongoing road projects...
ECOWAS supports flood-affected communities in Nigeria
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched impactful projects aimed at uplifting communities across its member states....
Gambia: Soma police arrest 2 people for stealing dozens of bicycles
The Soma Police Department has apprehended two individuals, Yaya Bojang and Buba Nyang, in connection with a series of bicycle...
Nigeria: Airbus, 6 global partners commit $200m to propel sustainable aviation fuel production
European aircraft manufacturing giant Airbus, alongside six other esteemed partners, has announced a substantial investment of $200 million. The coalition,...
ECOWAS launches humanitarian initiative to aid Nigerian flood victims
In a landmark effort to enhance humanitarian assistance, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has intensified its support...
Nigerian legendary singer Onyeka Onwenu dies at 72
The Nigerian entertainment industry has been plunged into mourning following the sudden death of veteran singer and actress Onyeka Onwenu....
EGDC trains 30 Togo paramedics in advanced fistula treatment
The ECOWAS Gender Development Center (EGDC) has successfully completed a specialized training program aimed at improving the management of obstetric...
Gambian diplomat Mamadou Tangara promises to uplift Commonwealth nations if elected SG
As the Commonwealth of Nations seeks new leadership, Gambian diplomat, Dr. Mamadou Tangara, the current Minister for Foreign Affairs, has...
Gambia armed forces thwart innovative motorcycle theft scheme at border checkpoint
In a significant breakthrough, troops from the Gambia Armed Forces stationed at the 2 Infantry Battalion in Farafenni Barracks intercepted...
Gambia: President Barrow reaffirms commitment to national unity
The Gambian Ministry of Information has issued a statement to clarify President Adama Barrow’s comments made during the opening ceremony...
Senegal: Ousmane Sonko demands historical justice from France over Thiaroye 44 massacre
In a compelling address, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has issued a stern rebuke to France, criticizing its recent decision...
President Barrow hails NFSPMC revival efforts, pledges continued support for agricultural reforms
In a pivotal meeting at the State House today, President Adama Barrow engaged in an in-depth briefing with the Board...
CEREEC illuminates 3 Ghanaian hospitals
The Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CEREEC) has proudly launched transformative solarization projects in three hospitals across Ghana....
Nigerian national Dirichukwu Patrick charged with orchestrating major drug syndicate from Australian detention centre
Australian police have charged Dirichukwu Patrick Nweke, a 49-year-old Nigerian national, with operating a high-level drug ring from within the...
Gambia investigates Green Power Investment scam
The Gambia Police Force has initiated an investigation into Green Power Investment, following multiple complaints from customers unable to retrieve...
Nigerian Muslim group urges prayer over protests, warns of destruction seen in Libya, Sudan, Ukraine
The Jama'atu Nasril Islam (JNI), led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa'ad Abubakar, has issued a stern warning urging...
Nigeria moves 400 Noko Haram ex-convicts to Gombe for reintegration
The Nigerian government has relocated 400 former Boko Haram fighters to the Operation Safe Corridor in Gombe State. These individuals,...
Mayor Lowe joins forces with first ladies to plant trees, promote environmental conservation
Mayor Malick Lowe of Banjul took to her Facebook page to announce her participation in a tree planting event organized...
President Barrow revitalizes National Food Security Corporation
President Barrow met with the Board of Directors and the Management team of the National Food Security, Processing, and Marketing...
Gambia: President Barrow chairs cabinet meeting to discuss gender policy, social protection, food safety
His Excellency President Adama Barrow chaired today's Cabinet meeting at the State House in Banjul. The meeting focused on various...
Banjul Mayor, Malick Lowe honored as African Woman of the Year 2024
Lord Mayor Rohey Malick Lowe, the current Mayor of Banjul, Gambia, has been awarded the prestigious title of "African Woman...
ECOWAS launches $440,000 lifeline for flood victims in liberia
In a bid to alleviate the suffering of flood victims and tackle food insecurity, the Economic Community of West African...
Gambia, India strengthen bilateral ties for economic growth
President Adama Barrow of The Gambia and H.E. Dinkar Asthana, High Commissioner of India to The Gambia, reiterated their commitment...
Nigeria: NBS confirms soaring food inflation as prices of essentials continue to rise
In a recent report released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), it has been confirmed that the prices of...
Gambia Police Force launches week-long media training to strengthen police-community relations
In an effort to enhance public engagement with police activities and improve crisis communication, the Gambia Police Force (GPF) Press...
ECOWAS strengthens partnership with Guinean News Agency
In an effort to enhance the effectiveness of National Early Warning Centers in member states, a delegation led by Dr....
Nationwide protest demands end to hunger, bad governance in Nigeria
The All Workers Convergence (AWC) has rallied Nigerians to join in a nationwide protest against the prevailing issues of hunger,...
AfDB others Join forces to inject $520m into Nigeria’s agriculture sector
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has partnered with the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) and the International Fund for Agricultural Development...
ECOWAS takes center stage at African Union meeting in Accra to foster regional integration, sustainable development
The 6th Biennial Coordination Meeting of the African Union with Regional Economic Communities (CER) and Regional Mechanisms witnessed a strong...
Banjul: Mayor Lowe extends heartfelt gratitude to delegation from Senegal for attending Serigne Amadou Bamba event
In a heartfelt message, the Mayor of Banjul, Malick Lowe, has expressed her sincere thanks and appreciation to Serigne Affia...
Airstrikes by Nigerian Air Force eliminate Boko Haram Commander Abu Asad, top operatives in Mandara Mountains
In a significant blow to Boko Haram's operations, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) reported a successful series of airstrikes conducted...
Nigeria: Lagos assembly invites top govt officials over recklessness of motorists
The Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday frowned at the alleged recklessness of some motorists operating in the state...
Türkiye’s mobile hospitals arrive in Egypt for Palestinians in Gaza
A vessel carrying equipment for field hospitals that left western Türkiye last week arrived in Egypt’s al-Arish port on Monday....