Public funds are not based on trust Says Counsel Gomez
6 days ago · The lead counsel in the ongoing Local Government Commission of Inquiry, has told the Councilor for Tallinding South that matters pertaining to public funds are not left to people based on trust. He maintained that it is clear that such matters should be based on obligations governed by rules. Patrick Gomez made these remarks recently during the ...
Gunjur nawettan: Wing wizard Dawda Sowe bags Man of Match …
6 days ago · Wing wizard Dawda Sowe has bagged the Man of the Match Award after guiding Sporting General Football Academy to the quarter-finals of the 2024-2025 Cash Up sponsored Gunjur ‘nawettan’ league. Sporting General Football Academy defeated Passamai FC 4-3 on post-match penalty shootouts after regular time ended 2-2 in their round of sixteen (16 ...
IMF, Gambia reach staff-level agreement on 2nd review of …
6 days ago · The discussions followed those in Banjul from September 30 to October 11, 2024 (see PR 24/367). A staff-level agreement was reached on the second review of the program supported under the 36-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement approved in January 2024 for total access of SDR 74.64 million (about US$99.4 million).
Lead Counsel grills KMC’s Kanyi - The Point
6 days ago · Nov 7, 2024, 10:08 AM. Patrick Gomez, lead counsel of the Local Government Commission of Inquiry Monday grilled Kan Mustapha Kanyi, who reappeared to continue his testimony. Kanyi was purportedly appointed by KMC as a dumpsite consultant and debt collector at the same time. He joined the Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) in 2018 as a member of ...
Man continues defense in criminal trial - The Point
6 days ago · Pa Modou Cham, marketing manager of Soffie Enterprise and a native of Lamin Kerewan on Tuesday continued his defense before Magistrate K.B Sambou of the Brikama Magistrates’ Court in a case in which he (Cham) has accused a woman of pouring of hot water him. Continuing his defense, Cham told the court that what actually irritates him was that ...
EU resolves to promote press freedom in Gambia - The Point
6 days ago · Ms Enya Braun, the representative of European Union (EU) ambassador to The Gambia has said that the EU remains a steadfast partner in supporting press freedom, human rights, and the rule of law in The Gambia. Ms Enya was speaking during the validation and capacity building workshop on Assault and Battery Guide for Journalists – EU-funded CODE ...
GIRAV project introduces e-extension agric digital platform
6 days ago · These platforms are strategically designed to foster collaboration, enhance agricultural production and productivity, empower entrepreneurs, and streamline the management of growth and development. Through this platform, farmers can establish direct connections with agricultural experts, receive prompt advice, and access essential information regarding food …
Seven things Trump says he will do as president - The Point
6 days ago · While campaigning, Trump promised the biggest mass deportations of undocumented migrants in US history. He also pledged to complete the building of a wall at the border with Mexico that was started during his first presidency. 2) Moves on economy, tax and tariffs. Exit poll data has suggested the economy was a key issue for voters.
State withdraws evidence of drug substance - The Point
6 days ago · State counsel Lamin Jarju attempted to tender in courtthe MDMA drug found in the house of one of the alleged drug dealers, Mamadu Neto Djabi (3rd accused), but after an objection by the defence counsel that the substance intended to be tendered was much more than what was initially recorded by the witness as evidence, the state counsel had to withdraw …
NCCE equips CBOs, local volunteers on 2024 Draft Constitution
6 days ago · The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE) recently wrapped up Training of Training (TOT) for Community Based Organisations (CBOs), local volunteers and community leaders on the 2024 draft constitution. The training, was among series organised in the selected administrative regions: Upper River, Central River, North Bank and West Coast ...