Yahya Jammeh

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Defeated Gambian leader accepts defeat

Digital Desk - Jan 22, 2017

Gambia's former leader Yahya Jammeh has arrived at Banjul Airport after finally agreeing to accept defeat. Earlier, the Department of Foreign Affairs said it was...

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Gambia’s President declares state of emergency before relinquishing power

Digital Desk - Jan 18, 2017

Gambia's President Yahya Jammeh has declared a state of emergency, just two days before he is supposed to cede power after losing elections last...

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Gambian President refuses to step aside despite conceding election defeat a week ago

Digital Desk - Dec 10, 2016

Gambia's ruler of more than 22 years has announced he no longer accepts defeat in the country's presidential election, reversing course a week after...