Police Restrict Opposition Campaigns Due to President Barrow’s Meet the People’s Tour
The recently concluded Meet the People’s Tour of President Adama Barrow has sparked constitutional concerns after two opposition parties accused the police of denying them permission to conduct political activities until the tour's conclusion.
More in this news report.
GPU Engages Police on Safety of Journalists Ahead of December Presidential Election
The Gambia Press Union (GPU), in collaboration with the global network promoting and defending freedom of expression, IFEX, convened a training and dialogue session for journalists and police officers to strengthen cooperation and promote the safety of journalists ahead of The Gambia’s 5th December 2026 presidential election.
More in the news report.
Convicted Thief Sold D35,000 Motorbike for D3,000
The Kanifing Magistrate’s Court has fined Mbye Ceesay D100,000 for stealing a motorbike valued at D35,000 in Kololi and selling it for just D3,000. Ceesay, who pleaded guilty to the theft, admitted selling the 'Jakarta' motorbike belonging to Muhammed Jallow to a man identified as Badou. The motorbike has not been recovered.
More in the court report.
GPU Laments Impunity for Attacks Against Journalists Ahead of December 2026 Elections
The Gambia Press Union (GPU) has called for stronger accountability for attacks against journalists, urging state and police prosecutors to ensure that cases involving media workers are properly investigated and prosecuted where evidence supports legal action ahead of the 5th December 2026 presidential election.
More in the news report.
IGP Admits Police Mobility Challenges, Says New Fleet of Vehicles Expected
The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Seedy Muctarr Touray has acknowledged that the Gambia Police Force (GPF) lacks enough vehicles to respond swiftly to crimes at some police stations and posts, amid growing public concern over recent killings and police responses to criminal activities.
More in this detailed publication.
Justice Darboe’s Court Hearing Postponed Indefinitely
Jollof News journalist Mr Momodou Justice Darboe, who was scheduled to appear before Banjul Magistrate’s Court this morning, 20th April 2026, to face charges of common nuisance, has been postponed indefinitely.
More in the report.
Police Should Drop Common Nuisance Charge on Momodou Justice Darboe of Jollof News
The Online Media Association of The Gambia (GOMA) is urging the Gambia Police Force to drop its common nuisance charge against Jollof News journalist Momodou Justice Darboe. Darboe has been charged with common nuisance by the police and is expected in court on Monday, 20th April 2026.
More in the press release.
Omar Badjie’s Coroners Inquest Recommends Criminal Proceedings Against Police Officers
The coroner's inquest into the death of Omar Badjie, which sparked protests in Lamin Mandinary, has concluded that his death was caused by police officers who assaulted him physically. The press release issued today from the Office of the Chief Justice recommends the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions to consider criminal proceedings against the police officers involved. More in the press release.
Gamtel and Gamcel Finance Directors Summon Staff to Police Over Defamation Allegations
Two finance directors for Gamcel and Gamtel have summoned a Gamcel staff member before the Gambia Police Force in Banjul to respond to allegations of defamation. The matter stems from disagreements over staff salary deductions which have allegedly not been paid.
Now the complainants are demanding that The Voice of Fanta interview featuring the Gamcel staff member be brought down or face defamation charges.
More in this report.
Solicitor General Misses NHRC’s 2025 Human Rights Report Validation Workshop
The Gambia’s National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) hosted its annual validation workshop on the 2025 State of Human Rights Report today, 9th March 2026. Attended by various stakeholders from civil society organisations, law enforcement officers, and others, Solicitor General Mr Hussein Thomasi’s statement was not delivered because he failed to attend.
More in the report.
Defence Objection Overruled After ‘Inconsistent’ Gun Testimony
Inconsistencies in the widely followed trial of an alleged shooting outside a Fajara nightclub after a disagreement over the sale of laughing gas were the main bone of contention on 4th March 2026, as the defence’s objection to the witness statement was overruled.
More in the court report.
Omar Camara’s Late Arrival Foils Police Prosecutor’s Arrest Warrant Application
Police Prosecutor Commissioner Sanneh's application for a bench warrant to arrest Omar Camara was foiled after Camara arrived before the end of the court proceeding.
Commissioner Sanneh has been on a mission to re-arrest Gambian protestors. This was his second failed bench warrant application submitted to the court to arrest Gambian protestors in the space of three weeks.
More in the court report.
23 Accused Insist They Attended All Hearings, Question Police Bench Warrant Bid
Yesterday, 11th February 2026, a group of human rights advocates issued a statement countering police claims that they failed to appear in court, prompting police to apply for their bench warrant and arrest.
According to the advocates the magistrate assigned to the case has passed away and no magistrate has been assigned to their case.
More in the statement.
Killa Ace to Release “We Are Lawful, We Are Legal” Ahead of Jambarr Concert
Gambian rapper and activist Ali “Killa Ace” Cham is set to release a new single titled “We Are Lawful, We Are Legal”, featuring Sparkling Black, ahead of his concert on 2nd January 2026.
The concert is set to feature the biggest names in Gambian hip hop as fans get set to swarm the Motherland Club in SeneGambia this Friday.
More in this entertainment news report.
Lawmaker Raises Alarm Over ‘Normalisation of Killings’ in The Gambia
The National Assembly Member for Banjul North, Hon. Modou Lamin B. Bah, has raised serious concerns over what he describes as a dangerous and recurring trend in The Gambia, the gradual ‘normalisation of violent deaths’.
Reflecting on a series of killings in recent years, Hon. Bah warned that fatal incidents increasingly pass without sustained public outrage or visible accountability. More in this news report.
NHRC Demands Independent Investigation into Omar Badjie’s Death which Sparked Civil Unrest
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) issued a statement demanding for an independent investigation into the death of Omar Badjie. More in the press release.
Former GBA President Warns of Democratic Backsliding Amid Arrest of Peaceful Protesters
The former Gambia Bar Association (GBA) president, lawyer Salieu Taal, raised concerns to Police PRO Sisawo during a panel discussion that the country is showing signs of backsliding in security sector reforms, particularly in the handling of peaceful assemblies that do not engage in processions or usage of loudspeakers. More in the news report.
Police Charge Three Women in High-Profile FGM/C Infant Death Case
Three women have been charged in connection with the death of a one-month-old baby girl following female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) in The Gambia. Police Commissioner Abdoulie Sanneh confirmed the charges during a National Human Rights Commission training on the Women’s (Amendment) Act 2015, revealing that one accused faces life imprisonment while two others have been granted bail. More in the report.
Torture Is a No-Go Area, Say Police at WAVE Human Rights Training
"Torture is a no-go area," declared a senior police officer during a landmark human rights training organized by the Women’s Association for Victims and Women Empowerment (WAVE), signaling a shift in law enforcement culture as The Gambia deepens its commitment to accountability and the rule of law. More in the report.
Wave of Suspicious Deaths Leaves Communities in Shock
A disturbing pattern of suspected suicides has shaken several communities across the country, with four individuals found dead under similar circumstances within a span of just five days. Authorities have launched investigations into each case, while fear and uncertainty continue to spread among residents. More in the report.
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