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Tuesday, August 12, 2008 As Suku Singhateh Extends Largesse The Gambia Police Force yesterday presented certificates to four outstanding donors for their contribution and commitment to the welfare of the Gambia Police Force. Speaking at the awards ceremony, held at the Police headquarters in Banjul yesterday, IGP Essa Badjie said the four men Momodou Turo Darboe, Hon. Suku Singhateh, Majority leader Fabakary Tombong Jatta, and KMC Mayor Yankuba Colley, deserved recognition and commendation for the tremendous support they have rendered to his institution. IGP Badjie made special reference to the building of Talinding police station that has made it possible to provide the necessary infrastructure to bring service to the doorstep of Talinding and its catchment areas. “ We are cognisant of the support you are rendering and continue to render to the operations of The Gambia Police Force,” he said. The Police boss further pointed out the support that the Kanifing Municipal Council renders to the Police during hard times. “The Gambia Police Force is indeed very grateful for all the good things you have done for us,” he stated. He added that the police would never relent in their drive to fight crime in society. He made special reference to Momodou Turo Darboe who once gave the police an amount of D25,000 in the form of a cheque to help with the construction of the Talinding police station. He also thanked Fabakary Tombong Jatta for providing them with fuel during their times of need. Meanwhile, at the same ceremony, Honourable Abdoulie Suku Signhateh gave a whopping donation of 250 raincoats and boots to the Gambia Police Force as part of his contribution to national development. Author: By Bakary Samateh Source: Pictures: Hon Suku Singhateh (1), Yankuba Colley, KMC Mayor (2), Hon Fabakary Tombong Jatta (3) & Momodou Turo Darboe (4) Jammeh Honours Veteran Journalists, Others
Tuesday, July 29, 2008 In recognition of their sustained and invaluable contribution to not only the media but the development of this great country, as well as their vision and mission for the country, the President has conferred national awards to these outstanding personalities as part of activities marking the 14thanniversary of the July 22ndrevolution. Regarded by many as the first of its kind in the history of The Gambia, the accolade is expected to earn these journalists in particular critical acclaim both in the country and beyond, thus keeping alive their spirit to work even harder for the development of the country. When contacted yesterday, all the personalities expressed their appreciation in receiving such honour, expressing their resolve to work even harder. For Mr. Pap Saine, the Managing Director of The Point, the executive recognition came as a big surprise to him when he heard the news. “I accept the National Award with great pleasure. It is a plus to my career and my paper. It is also a big challenge and recognition. “I will also redouble my efforts to meet the challenges. As journalists, we are watchdogs for the society and therefore partners in development. I would like to sincerely thank the President for honouring me while I also pray for the media fraternity.” Mr. Saine was however quick to point out that as pleased and as humbled as he is with the award, he would like to renew The Point’s well repeated appeal to the government to facilitate access to information to the independent media from government circles and, more importantly, rekindle the apparently forgotten investigation into the yet unresolved murder of his friend and colleague, late Deyda Hydara. Mr. Serign Faye, Director Radio and Television Programmes, GRTS, said that the news has brought him happiness as he felt highly honoured to be rewarded and decorated by His Excellency the President of the Republic. “It is not only an honour for me but to the whole management and staff of GRTS. Am seeing it as a challenge to redouble my efforts to serve my country to the best of my ability. I will try to live up to expectation.” In his reaction to the award, Mr. Swaebou Conateh, Publisher of the Gambia News and Report Magazine, expressed his appreciation for the award which, according to him, he has dedicated to the media fraternity in the country. “I express appreciation on my own behalf and on behalf of my fellow journalists and I hope that it will mean a further improvement in government-media relations.” For Mr. Kebba Dibba, Senior Manager Television Programmes, he is overwhelmed, noting that there is no greater honour than being made to feel that one’s job is appreciated. “In-as-much as it is a reward or award, it is also a challenge for me to know that where much is given, much is expected. This is the first of its kind for such a large number of journalists from both the public and private media are been awarded. In short, I think this will push me to further tighten my belt even stronger.” Read our subsequent issues for the full list of awardees. Author: By Baboucarr Senghore Source: Pictures: Suwaebou Conateh (1), Serign Faye (2), Pap Saine (3) & Kebba Dibba (4) - (Monday, 28th July 2008 Issue) Four journalists receive national honour Tuesday, July 29, 2008 On the occasion of the 14th anniversary of the July 22nd Revolution, four Gambian journalists have been conferred with national honours for their contributions to the development of the country. “It is a great reward from the highest authority in the country. But I must admit that this also opens new challenges for us,’’ he said in an optimistic tone. Author: by Abdoulie John Paul Put in lap of luxury -As President honours his promise
Tuesday, May 27, 2008 Gambia’s new coach, Belgian Paul Put, was yesterday handed keys to a brand new Hyundai Saloon car and the keys to a luxurious 3-room villa, situated at AU Village in the Brufut. The package is from the Gambian leader, Alhaji Dr Yahya Jammeh, as his personal contribution to the signing of the European as Scorpion’s coach. Handing over the keys to the President of the Gambia Football Association, on behalf of President Jammeh, Major General Langtombong, the first vice-president of the GFA, who doubles as Chief of Defence Staff of the Gambia Armed Forces, said the national football governing body recently succeeded in hiring the services of a foreign coach for the Scorpions, adding that this was made possible thanks to the intervention of Africell who has offered to pay the coach’s salary. He said the GFA was eventually left with other constraint, which included the provision of accommodation and transport for the coach. “But being keenly interested in the development and promotion of Gambian football and the youths in general, our President did not hesitate to rescue the Gambia Football Association from the strained situation. “I am honoured to make a presentation of a house and a car to the coach, on behalf the Commander-In-Chief of the Gambia Armed Forces and Chief Patron of the Gambia Football Association, Dr Alhaji Yahya Jammeh. “The President has asked me to convey to you his warm congratulation on your appointment as Scorpions’ coach and also to tell you that you will always get his support,” revealed Major General Tamba, to a rather elated coach Paul Put. Receiving the keys, Seedy Kinteh, President of the Gambia Football Association, heaped praises on President Jammeh for his unfettered support towards the football association. He said the latest magnanimity from President Jammeh did not at all come as a surprise, since he had always been there for Gambian sports. He challenged coach Paul Put to reciprocate the benevolent gesture by qualifying Gambia to the 2010 World Cup and Nations Cup finals. “Mr Paul Put you have a big challenge. You have seen what the President has just done and now the ball is in your court,” he said. “This luxury car and the building are given to you so that you will deliver the desired result. And I know with your vast experience, you can do it and we expect you to do it. Be assured that you will get the Football Association’s unswerved support.” Reacting to the gesture, the elated European admitted that the good treatment made him feel at home. He said such a package was hardly given to coaches in Africa, adding “I am very much grateful to the President and the Gambian people”. Coach Paul Put revealed that with all hands on deck the Gambia’s dream of qualifying for the 2010 finals will be released. Author: by Nanama Keita 2008 investitures 23 HONOURED Monday, April 28, 2008 President Alhaji Dr Yahya Jammeh, Grand Commander of the Order of the Republic of The Gambia (GMRG), Thursday, conferred the national honours- Officer of the National Order of the Republic of The Gambia (ORG) Honorary, Member of the National Order of the Republic of The Gambia (MRG) and National Order of the Republic of The Gambia (RGM) to 23 distinguish personalities in recognition of their immense contribution to the socio-economic development of the nation. The investiture ceremony held at the State House grounds attended by Vice-President Njie-Saidy, Speaker Fatoumatta Jahumpa-Ceesay, secretaries of state and family members of the personalities, is an annual national, historical and a thank you ceremony to the beneficiaries for their loyalty to the nation, dedication to duty and supportive to the APRC ruling party. Officer of the National Order of the Republic of The Gambia (ORG) The Gambian leader conferred the Officer of the National Order of the Republic of The Gambia (ORG) Honorary to Sedi Mahammed Ould Sedati, a prominent Mauritanian in The Gambia, for his immense contribution to strengthening the relations between the two sister countries, Justice Akomoya Agim, President of the Gambia Court of Appeal, in recognition of his role in maintaining the rule of law and justice as well as participating effectively towards the justice delivery system of The Gambia, Hussein Tajidi and Hassan Akar both Lebanese-Gambian nationals, in recognition of their contribution to the socio-economic development of the nation, Roger Rossery Bakurin, Chief Fire Officer of The Gambia Fire and Ambulance Services, in recognition of his loyalty to the nation and dedication to duty, Fatoumatta Waggeh, Director of BAFROW in recognition of her contribution to women’s empowerment and the socio-economic development of the nation, Aji Fatou Bajan, in recognition of her distinctive services and contribution to national development, dedication to duty and loyalty to the ruling APRC party. Member of the National Order of the Republic of The Gambia (MRG) The Gambian leader also conferred the Member of the National Order of the Republic of The Gambia (MRG) to Fari Bensoda, Proprietor of Coconut Residence, in recognition of his significant contribution to the hotel industry in The Gambia, Emmanuel Pastor Forbes of the Abiding Word Ministries, in recognition of his exemplary services to The Gambia public sector, Yusupha Baboucarr Dibba, Acting Director General of the Management Development Institute, in recognition of his services to the public services sector, Bolong Landing Sonko, deputy Executive Secretary of the Senegalo-Gambia Secretariat, in recognition of his contribution to the development of the nation and ensuring a successful AU Banjul summit hosting, Alhagie Ousman Ceesay, Chief of Protocol to the President of the Republic of The Gambia, in recognition of his distinctive public service record, loyalty to the nation and dedication to duty and Late Alhagie Omar Bun Jeng, an Islamic scholar, in recognition of his efforts towards developing Islam in the country. National Order of the Republic of The Gambia (RGM) The Grand Commander of the Order of the Republic of The Gambia (GMRG) further conferred the National Order of the Republic of The Gambia (RGM) to Sheriff Sawaneh, in recognition of his loyalty to the APRC, Alhagie Balamusa Sanyang, Chief of Foni Brefet, in recognition of his contribution to the socio-economic development of his people, Ebou Jobe, messenger at the National Assembly for his dedication to duty and loyalty and his exemplary services to the nation, Alhagie Ansumana Kitim Gibba, in recognition of his loyalty to the APRC ruling party, Malick Mbye, Chief of Upper Saloum, in recognition of his contribution to the socio-economic development of the nation and loyalty to the APRC ruling party, Late Alhagie Musa Camara, former GRTS Radio Fula announcer and producer, in recognition of his immense services to The Gambia Radio and contribution to the socio-economic development of the nation, Basiru Gassama alias Bass of Bakau, in recognition of his loyalty to the APRC ruling party, Lamin Mustapha Cham alias DJ Lamin Cham of Champion Sounds System, in recognition of his loyalty to the APRC ruling party and contribution to the socio-economic development of the nation, Baboucarr Boye, Permanent Secretary, Department of State for Basic and Secondary Education, in recognition of his contribution to the education sector and Njogu Lamin Bah, Permanent Secretary No.1, Office of the President, in recognition of his dedication, loyalty to the nation and the APRC leadership. 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