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Goodluck Jonathan to release autobiography on his final moments as president
Former president, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan will release his autobiography, My Transition Hours, on November 20, 2018. The book which will focus on Jonathan's time as Nigeria's president will be launched on his…
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Gambian President Barrow confirms Fatoumata Tambajang as Vice-President
Gambia’s President Adama Barrow has confirmed Fatoumata Tambajang as his vice president. The confirmation ends an eight-month dispute which questioned her appointment. Barrow had selected Tambajang in January after he…
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Gambian president, Barrow, fires officials loyal to Jammeh
by Omoleye Omoruyi Gambian President, Adama Barrow on Wednesday fired Gambia's Central Bank Governor and three other bank officials that are loyal to former dictator, Yahya Jammeh. Central bank senior…
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Buhari receives calls from Egyptian, Gambian and Ghanaian presidents
by Dolapo Adelana President Muhamamdu Buhari on Tuesday received calls from presidents of three African countries. In a statement by the special adviser to the President on Media and publicity,…
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Osinbajo represents Nigeria at Adama Barrow’s inauguration (PHOTOS)
by Dolapo Adelana Acting president Yemi Osinbajo represented Nigeria at the Presidential inauguration of Gambia's president, Adama Barrow in Banjul on Saturday. This is according to a statement by Osinbajo's…
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Gambian President Adama Barrow to be officially inaugurated on Saturday
by Azeez Adeniyi Gambian president, Adama Barrow will on Saturday be officially sworn in at the Independence Stadium in Banjul, the country's capital. The inauguration coincidentally falls on The Gambia’s…
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ECOWAS troops to stay in Gambia for 3 additional months
West African troops will stay in Gambia for three more months as President Adama Barrow continues reforms in the army. In a statement released by Barrow's office on Wednesday, it…
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Barrow removes ‘Islamic’ from Gambia’s official name
Gambian President Adama Barrow has removed "Islamic" from the official name of The Gambia. Barrow in a news conference said the country will now be called The Republic of The…
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President Adama Barrow arrives Gambia (PHOTOS)
Gambian President Adama Barrow on Thursday arrived Banjul after spending weeks in neighbouring Senegal. Barrow was forced to flee after his predecessor Yahya Jammeh refused to step down following his…
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BREAKING: President Adama Barrow returns to Gambia
Gambian President Adama Barrow on Thursday arrived his country weeks after fleeing to neighbouring Senegal. Barrow had taken his oath of office in Dakar Senegal after for President Yahya Jammeh…
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Yahya Jammeh allowed to keep his 13 luxury cars
Former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh will be allowed to take his 13 luxury cars with him on exile to Guinea. A spokesman to President Adama Barrow on Tuesday said an…
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Gambian President Barrow announces Jammeh’s ex-minister as Vice-President
Gambian President Adama Barrow has appointed an ex-minister to former President Yahya Jammeh as Vice President. Barrow appointed Fatoumata Jallow-Tambajang, a former health minister Jallow-Tambajang had persuaded all the opposition…
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No immunity deal for Yahya Jammeh – Barrow
Former Gambian leader, Yahya Jammeh, has not been granted immunity, according to a member of Adama Barrow's coalition. Mai Fatty, an executive member of the coalition said Barrow rejected a…
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How Jammeh looted $11m from Gambian treasury – Barrow’s aide
An aide to Gambian president, Adama Barrow has revealed that former president Yahya Jammeh looted the sum of $11 million from the nation's treasury. Mai Ahmad Fatty, who spoke to…
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ECOWAS troops enter Gambia ahead of Adama Barrow’s arrival
ECOWAS troops have entered The Gambia to secure the tiny West African country ahead of President Adama Barrow's arrival. This is after former President Yahya Jammeh agreed to step aside…
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This is the deal Yahya Jammeh signed before stepping down (READ)
The deal signed by former Gambian President, Yahya Jammeh before agreeing to step down has been revealed. According to SaharaReporters, the deal was brokered by the Economic Community of West…
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Pres. Trump, Gov. Fayose, Nigerian Air Force | Here are last week’s winners and losers
Isn't life just full of strange surprises? Our list of winners and losers from last week will leave you in shock... or not. WINNERS President Donald John Trump The 45th…
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DELE MOMODU: A WEEK OF INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMACY
by Dele Momodu “Every person in Ghana, whatever his race, place of origin, political opinion, colour, religion, creed, or gender, shall be entitled to the fundamental human rights and freedoms…
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I am stepping down – Yayha Jammeh (WATCH)
Former president of The Gambia, Yahya Jammeh has confirmed that he will be relinquishing power. The decision followed Friday’s final peace move by Conde and Mauritania’s President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz.…
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President Adama Barrow set to return to Gambia
Gambian President Adama Barrow has hinted that he may be returning to Gambia after seeking refuge in Senegal. Barrow in a tweet on Friday thanked the President of Senegal, Macky…
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BREAKING: Jammeh accepts to step down – report
French news agency, France 24 reports that defeated leader of The Gambia, Yayha Jammeh has agreed to leave office. According to Nicolas Germain, a France 24 journalist, who specialises in African news…
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Gambia: We will welcome ECOWAS soldiers with “cup of tea” – Army Chief
Gambia's army chief General Ousman Badjie has said that his men will not engage ECOWAS troops in a battle. Badjie said this on Friday while speaking to Reuters, stating that…
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Gambia: Sirleaf, Conde arrive Banjul to convince Jammeh to step down
Presidents of Liberia and Guinea, Ellen Sirleaf and Alpha Conde arrived Banjul, capital of Gambia to hold last minute talks with Yayha Jammeh to convince him to step down. ECOWAS…
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BREAKING: Jammeh asks ECOWAS to extend noon deadline
Gambia’s former president Yahya Jammeh has asked ECOWAS for an extension of the deadline given to him to vacate office from noon to 4 pm local time, Reuters reported on…
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Yahya Jammeh sacks his cabinet, says he will govern himself
Former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh has sacked his cabinet following mass resignations. Only three ministers had stayed with Jammeh as the expiration of his tenure approached Thursday midnight. The veteran…
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Gambian crisis: Over 45,000 people have fled to Senegal – UN
The United Nations on Friday said over N45,000 people have fled The Gambia as ECOWAS has given former President Yahya Jammeh a deadline to step aside. “Around 45,000 people are…
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Okeoma Ibe: Why ECOWAS must not relent in showing Jammeh out
by Okeoma Ibe There are several reasons why the West African regional grouping ECOWAS should not allow Yahyah Jammeh to stay in office beyond January 19, but three stand out…
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Adama Barrow worked as a security guard in the UK | 7 things you should know about Gambia’s new president
From the time Adama Barrow emerged winner of the Gambian presidential elections on December 1, he had been successfully upstaged by the now former President of the Gambia, Yahya Jammeh.…
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UN Secretary-General assures Gambia’s president of full support
United Nations General Secretary, Antonio Guterres on Thursday called Gambia's President, Adama Barrow to assure him of his support. A UN spokesmen said Guterres "told President Barrow of his full…
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Nigeria congratulates Adama Barrow
The Federal government has congratulated Adama Barrow on his swearing-in as President of The Gambia. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama stated this on Thursday via Twitter. "Nigeria welcomes the…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy