DLEAG Arrests 21 Suspects, Seizes 11,771 Ecstasy Pills and Suspected Crystal Meth at Banjul Airport
By CTV Africa The Drug Law Enforcement Agency, The Gambia (DLEAG) says it has arrested 21 suspected drug offenders, including two foreign nationals allegedly found with large quantities of suspected illicit drugs at the Banjul International Airport. According to DLEAG,…
Barrow Begins 2026 Meet the People Tour with Visit to Ndungu Kebbeh Cold Storage Facility
By CTV Africa President Adama Barrow on Thursday began his 19-day nationwide Meet the People Tour, starting with a visit to the ROOTS-supported cold storage facility in Ndungu Kebbeh, Lower Niumi, where farmers are expected to benefit from improved storage…
GFF Raises Concerns Over Security, Training Facilities Ahead of Ghana Clash
The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) has raised concerns over the arrangements surrounding the Scorpions’ stay in Ghana ahead of Tuesday afternoon’s crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against the Black Stars. The concerns reportedly include the absence of a…
Faal Joins Barrow’s NPP Alliance as Sidat Yaffa Also Moves Camp Ahead of December Poll
By CTV Africa Staff Reporter Former presidential candidate and APP-Sobeyaa leader Essa Mbye Faal has formally joined President Adama Barrow’s National People’s Party (NPP)-led political alliance, marking a significant shift in the political landscape ahead of The Gambia’s December 5…
Barrow, First Family Set to Cheer Scorpions in AFCON Opener
By Pa Modou Cham BAKAU, September 25, 2026 — The Gambia’s Scorpions will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign on Friday afternoon when they host Somalia at the Independence Stadium in Bakau. The highly anticipated Group C…
Gambia Assumes Chairmanship of LDC Group as Ministers Push for Faster Doha Programme Implementation
By CTV Africa NEW YORK, September 25, 2026 — The Gambia has assumed the chairmanship of the Group of Least Developed Countries (LDCs) at a high-level ministerial meeting held on Thursday, September 24, on the margins of the 81st Session…
GID Intercepts 50 Would-Be Migrants In Two Operations
The Gambia Immigration Department (GID) has intercepted a total of 50 would-be migrants in two separate operations as authorities intensify the crackdown on irregular migration across the country. The first major interception took place on September 8, 2026, at Balinghore…
Barrow Shakes Up Gambia’s Top Military Command
By CTV Africa President Adama Barrow has elevated three of the Gambia’s top military commanders in a major reshuffle of ranks at the highest level of the Gambia Armed Forces (GAF). The promotions, effective August 4, 2026, have seen the…
Gambia Erupts: Power Crisis Sends Thousands Into the Streets as Anger Turns Against Barrow
By Pa Modou Cham BANJUL, The Gambia — The Gambia was plunged into a night of anger, fire and confrontation on Monday as thousands of residents poured onto the streets across the Greater Banjul Area and parts of the West…