AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoGambia Power Crisis & Protests: Gambian authorities have banned unauthorised demonstrations after fresh unrest tied to severe blackouts, with police tear-gassing crowds and arresting 11 people linked to vandalism of NAWEC facilities. Elections Watch: The IEC has tightened presidential nomination verification, setting Nov. 3–14 for nominations and warning it will disqualify candidates over signature and voter-card irregularities; the NCCE also urged calm and warned against inflammatory, hate-filled political rhetoric. Regional Security: Senegal has deployed a 618-strong Ecowas contingent to support security in The Gambia, urging measured conduct and careful engagement with communities. Sports & Youth: Beach volleyball is building momentum toward Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026, with The Gambia named among women’s teams at the recent development cup in Senegal. Diaspora Spotlight: Gambians in Texas honoured basketball legend Pa Modou Sarr, calling for his legacy to inspire younger players back home.
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