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10/08/2025

Malian authorities have arrested dozens of soldiers suspected of plotting to overthrow the ruling junta, which itself came to power through a coup, security sources told AFP on Sunday.
Among those detained is General Abass Dembele, a former governor of Mopti region. “Soldiers came early this morning (Sunday) to arrest General Abass Dembele in Kati,” a source close to the officer said. “They have not told him why he was arrested.”

A member of the National Transition Council said “around 50 arrests” had been made, all of them soldiers. “Their objective was to overthrow the junta,” the lawmaker said.

10/08/2025

POLICE INVESTIGATE DEATH OF AN INFANT IN WELLINGARA


Date: August 10, 2025

Police in Wellingara are investigating the death of a one-month-old baby girl, suspected to be linked to Female Ge***al Mutilation (FGM).

Preliminary findings indicate the child was allegedly subjected to circumcision and later developed severe bleeding. She was rushed to Bundung Maternal and Child Health Hospital, where she was pronounced dead on arrival.

Two women alleged involved in the case are in police custody as investigations continue. The body has been moved to the RVTH mortuary for further examination.

The Gambia Police Force reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding the wellbeing of all vulnerable persons and urges the public to report any harmful practices to the nearest police station.

10/08/2025

🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨
⚽ 🇵🇸 Mohammed Salah attacked UEFA for not providing details on the death of the Palestinian footballer Suleiman al-Obeid, who was killed while waiting for aid in south Gaza by an “Israeli” airstrike, as announced by the Palestine Football Association earlier.

10/08/2025

FLASH REPORT

POLICE INVESTIGATE SUSPECTED VULTURE POISONING IN BWIAM AND SOMITA

Date: August 7, 2025

The Police are investigating suspected cases of illegal vulture killing in Bwiam and Somita, linked to possible wildlife poisoning and the illegal trade in vulture parts.

In Bwiam, Ali Jallow, a soldier, and Ebrima Khan, a local restaurant owner, allegedly poisoned an animal to lure vultures, beheaded the birds after they died, and left the carcasses in the bush. Both are in custody, assisting with the investigation.

In Somita, unknown suspects reportedly used a poisoned goat to kill vultures, removed their heads, and fled. No arrests have been made.

Police have collected evidence and are pursuing all leads. These acts pose serious risks to wildlife, domestic animals, and public health.

The public is urged to report any information that may assist ongoing investigations.

10/08/2025

POLICE SECURE CONVICTIONS FOR THEFT, ASSAULT, AND CATTLE STEALING

Date: August 9, 2025

The Gambia Police Force informs the public of the following recent convictions of cases from the Anti-Crime Unit:

1. Omar Manneh – Found guilty of breaking into a building and stealing. Sentenced to 3 years on each count, to run concurrently.

2. Malick Jatta – Found guilty of assault with intent to steal and stealing. Sentenced to 2 years and 3 years, to run consecutively.

3. Blessing Enhagimiwe & Lamin Demba – Found guilty of conspiracy to commit a felony and cattle stealing. Each fined D5,000 per count or 3 months’ imprisonment in default. Sentences to run concurrently.

The GPF reiterates its commitment to ensuring justice and maintaining public safety.

06/08/2025

Modou Jonga, former CEO of Brikama Area Council, and Sheriffo Sonko, former chairman, testified at a Local Government Commission of Enquiry about the misuse of a D30 million geology fund. Both admitted they did not follow the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that governed the fund’s expenditure.

Jonga confirmed receiving seven payments totaling D30 million but could not confirm one payment due to lack of records. He provided vouchers detailing some expenses and acknowledged using part of the funds (D500,000) to support windstorm victims via the National Disaster Management Agency, which was outside the MoU’s scope.

Sonko claimed he supervised Jonga but did not verify the expenditures, stating that as chairman, he relied on the CEO for financial management. When questioned why he allowed deviations from the MoU, Sonko admitted he did not check closely.

Jonga admitted to substantially deviating from the MoU, acknowledging that their actions were wrong and unauthorized, as the funds were meant for communities affected by mining, not for other purposes like disaster relief.

The Commission is still awaiting vouchers and further documentation to clarify the remaining payments and ensure the funds were not mixed with other revenues.

(Standard Newspaper)

06/08/2025

🚨BREAKING NEWS 🚨
A discussion at the Prime Minister's Office led to a decision to move toward the full occupation of Gaza. IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir expressed opposition but will follow the security cabinet's decision.

06/08/2025

FLASH REPORT:

POLICE CLARIFY VIRAL VIDEO INVOLVING ALLEGED STABBING INCIDENT IN OLD JESHWANG

The Gambia Police Force is aware of a video circulating on social media in the early hours of Tuesday, August 5, 2025, showing an elderly man being escorted by a group of individuals, with misleading claims alleging that he had committed murder.

The Police wish to clarify that the matter concerns a reported case of assault causing actual bodily harm involving the use of a knife. The incident occurred on Monday, August 4, 2025, and was officially reported at the Old Jeshwang Police Station.

The victim, Samba Jallow of Old Jeshwang, sustained injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment at the Kanifing General Hospital. The suspect, Saidou Trawally, a 50-year-old marabout residing in Old Jeshwang, is in police custody and cooperating with the investigation.

While the Police continue to thoroughly investigate the matter to ensure that justice is served, the public is strongly advised to provide any information that may assist the ongoing investigation.

06/08/2025

06/08/2025

BISSAU: A traditional chief in Guinea-Bissau has been found dead in his rice field with signs of severe beatings, according to police and family sources.

Malamato Djú, central chief of the Bijimita kingdom in the Biombo region, had visited the field on Monday to check on the rice crop. His body was later discovered bearing multiple injuries, relatives said.

“He went to check on the rice yesterday and was later found dead. We noticed several injuries on his body, which leads us to believe he may have been beaten,” a family member told local radio.

Civil police transferred the body to the Simão Mendes National Hospital for forensic examination. The Bijimita kingdom experienced violent leadership succession disputes two years ago.

05/08/2025

A 17-year-old Nigerian girl stuns the world in London as she floored 69 contestants from different countries to clinch a prestigious global prize. The competition tested the entrants' knowledge and command of the English language. Details in comments.

05/08/2025

🚨BREAKING NEWS 🚨
Ex-defense chiefs in Israel asked Trump to push Netanyahu to end the Gaza war. The letter, signed by over 600 former officials, reflects growing concern over global fallout and Israel’s lack of a post-war strategy.