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Editorial: Is President Jammeh A True Muslim? Discriminating the opposition during Ramadan!
Tuesday, October 17, 2006 (825 reads)

Is President Jammeh A True Muslim? Discriminating the opposition during Ramadan!

For many years Jammeh's faith as a Muslim has been put to question. Many are not convinced if President Jammeh is a true Muslim as he claimed. Beside, the atrocities linked to him, Jammeh is openly spreading hate messages at this time of the holly month of Ramadan. This is a month in which Muslims are expected to reconcile their differences and avoid committing any act of sin. Considering the holiness of the month, the least we expect from President Jammeh was to unite the country and not to sow seeds of discord in the impoverished West African country. Jammeh Jinlanka has once again proven his skeptics right by demonstrating that he is not a true believer. After looting our nation's coffers, Jammeh is dishing out sugar,rice and other handouts to poor Muslims in The Gambia. Interestingly, Jammeh is using the gift distribution to discriminate against opposition supporters. He told his errand boys that opposition supporters should not benefit from his Ramadan gift. Hear Jammeh in this statement"President Jammeh warned the Regional Governors receiving the gift on behalf of their region to be honest when distributing to avoid problem. It is not for sale and it is not for the oppositions supporters."he said.

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As Controversy Surrounds VP Njie Saidy's Position-More Gambians Rally Behind Adama Deen!
Tuesday, October 17, 2006 (982 reads)

As Controversy Surrounds VP Njie Saidy's Position-More Gambians Rally Behind Adama Deen!

                 Gambian Mamsait Sonko Says Deen Could Be A Better VP And Therefore Calls For Total Clean UP Of The Rotten Jammeh System....

       We Look At The Freedom Newspaper Early Mail Bag......

             By Mamsait Sonko

Pa Nderry, In regards to your story of Mr. Adama Deen in pole position in replacing Isatou Njie-Saidy in President Jammeh's new administration, I do not know whether the story is true or not. But what I know is that, that move by Jammeh is a sign of showing to the Gambian people that he is a new man and new government. This will eventually make the Gambian people regain their love and loyalty to him. This is because people in his current government need to go. Corruption is rampant and we need serious changes to take effect. I do not know Mr. Deen in person but according to what I have heard about him before his unjust removal from GPA, he is a man that is very dedicated to what he is doing. He is not the best but since he left GPA, the people of Banjul being my witness have seen the downfall of the Ports. Mr. Gibba is a very poor man when it comes to management and this has lead to people doing whatsoever they want which is definitely what President Jammeh I think doesn't like. So, if it is really true, then I hope we will see a bright future under President Jammeh for the next 5 years to come. Thanks you Pa Nderry. P.S. Pls show my name because I don't feel insecured. Am safe. Thank you. Mamsait

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Breaking News:Freedom Newspaper Host Selected As“Lighthouse Partner” at ModSoftCon’06
Monday, October 16, 2006 (390 reads)

Software Executive selected as “Lighthouse Partner” at ModSoftCon’06

Vienna, VA and Raleigh, NC - October 16, 2006 - Malik Khan, President of PointClick Technologies, was selected as the first “Lighthouse Partner” for ModSoftCon’06, held in Las Vegas, NV . Selection was based upon the success of his business model and his firm’s attention to quality. ModSoftCon’06, hosted by Flatburger, Inc., is the first conference and roundtable focused on the benefits of modular software development, an emerging trend in the software industry.ModSoftCon’06 participants were selected by FlatBurger Inc. from around the world based upon their commitment to module software development and their attention to quality. Participants gathered to share ideas about their business models, quality control and software security. Other important topics included the consumer’s growing expectations for high quality user experiences, as well as the value graphic design and skinning plays in providing positive user experiences.

Reacting to the master award, Freedom Newspaper Publisher and Managing Editor Pa Nderry M'Bai said Mr.Khan and his team of dynamic staffers had an excellent track record of web-hosting and as such they deserved such a noble honor. "We at the Freedom Newspaper are proud of the Pointclick Management headed by Mr.Malick Khan. Khan and his group have proven to be very reliable and customer concern. They answer to our calls at any given time and are readily available to meet our needs as client. Thanks to Mr.Khan and his team's magnanimity this paper is still surviving. We could have been shutdown longtime ago because of financial constraints. Running a fast growing leading website like the Freedom Newspaper requires money and resources. Beside, taking care of stringers (reporters) budget and other expenses, we are also obligated to pay our host for technical support and space providing. I single handedly financed the paper's operation. For the sustenance of this paper, we need the support of our dear readers and well wishers. Remember that this the paper providing you with up to date and reliable Gambian news. We thank Khan and his group for accommodating us despite our shortcomings. We wouldn't mind to spend our last dime to sustain the Freedom Newspaper. It worth it."

According to Mr.M'Bai, as part of fun raising the paper would soon shift its gears on the commercial side by running adverts for concerned business executives and other interested parties. " We have no intention of billing our readers at this stage. We want to point out that adverts not free. We have reasonable fees per advert. The Freedom Newspaper is a non profit news medium committed to promoting media freedom, democracy and good governance. The survival of this paper lies on our financial footing and as such we have decided to engage in new fund raising drive. People are encourage to advertise with us. This paper is well read and by advertising with us means selling your business to the world. Our daily hits speaks for itself." said Editor M'Bai.

On a final note, Mr.M'Bai urges Mr.Khan and group to keep up the good work and bear in mind that the valuable services they are rendering to the Freedom Newspaper shall payoff one day. " We appreciate their understanding and magnanimity. With the support of God and guidance we shall realize our dream one day. The Freedom Newspaper is here to stay God willing. We appreciate the private contributions made in the recent past by some kind hearted Gambians to sustain the paper. We thank you for supporting press freedom. Our web host has agreed to create a pay pal account for us in days to come where people interested in extending financial help to the Freedom Newspaper can chip in. Donors who intend to remain anonymous are welcome." said the Freedom editor.

Adama Deen To Replace Isatou Njie Saidy? Two Freedom Newspaper Readers Claimed???
Monday, October 16, 2006 (1011 reads)

Following our lead story on Jammeh's planned move to effect some changes in his cabinet, some concerned Gambians have emailed this paper volunteering information regarding the would be next Vice President. Two readers claimed that they gathered that former Gambia Ports Authority Managing Director Adama Deen was being groomed to replace Isatou Njie Saidy. The views expressed in this mail don't represent the position of the Freedom Newspaper. We are not treating the said info as news item but an opinion provided by fans of this paper. Our team of editors and reporters are keenly following developments in Banjul and shall keep you posted once we are done with our investigations. In the meantime, Mr.Deen is free to set the records straight if he feels that the said opinion mails are inaccurate. Below are the letters received by our news room. Please read on.....

By A Concerned Gambian

Pa Nderry, it is not confirmed but according to my sources, former Managing Director of GPA , Adama Deen is poised to replace Isatou njie saidy. I will inform you about it when I confirm wether the story is really true or not. Thank you !
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By A Concerned Citizen

Hello Pa Nderry, my name is xxx (withheld) by editors of Freedom . I recently read your article about heads going to roll soon. Well, my husband told me some days back that Adama Deen is the one replacing Isatou. This is really news to me. Take care Pa.

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Update Gambia: Newspaper journalist arbitrarily detained for 97 days
Monday, October 16, 2006 (302 reads)

Update Gambia: Newspaper journalist arbitrarily detained for 97 days

Chief Ebrima Manneh, a reporter of the Daily Observer, a
pro-government newspaper, is still languishing in the cells of
National Intelligence Agency (NIA), four months after his arrest.
Manneh has been held incommunicado since his arrest and subsequent
incarceration on July 11, 2006.The NIA has not given any reason for its action but Manneh is alleged to have provided damaging information to a foreign journalist prior
to the African Union Summit held in Banjul in July.

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Breaking News:Some Heads To Roll In Jammeh's Cabinet Soon!
Sunday, October 15, 2006 (1368 reads)

Breaking News:Some Heads To Roll In Jammeh's Cabinet, As He Makes Private Consultations to Appoint New Ministers!

                  VP Njie Saidy Likely To Be Replaced-Says State House Insiders.....

        Soldiers Complain About Unpaid Benefits!

                  By Staff Writer Justice Sam

There is an environment of uncertainty in Banjul these days in Jammeh's cabinet. The President is reported to have been making private appointment consultations to replace some of the old guards in his cabinet. Few individuals have been approached for Ministerial offer, the Freedom Newspaper was reliably informed by a close associate of the President. Local Government Minister Sambou, Justice Minister Hydara, Interior Secretary Baboucarr Jatta and few others are posed to be replaced according to the source we spoke to today. Some of those approached reportedly turned down the Presidential offer.

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UN News: Ban Ki-moon Appointed As New United Nations Secretary General
Sunday, October 15, 2006 (357 reads)

Appointment Of Ban Ki-Moon As Secretary-General

Sunday, 15 October 2006, 2:52 pm
Press Release: United Nations UN Assembly To Meet Today To Appoint Ban Ki-Moon As Next Secretary-General

New York, Oct 13 2006 11:00AM Source:Scoop

The United Nations General Assembly is set today to officially appoint Foreign Minister Ban Ki-moon of the Republic of Korea as the world body’s next Secretary-General, to succeed Kofi Annan when he steps down on 31 December.Mr. Ban, who earlier in his diplomatic career served in his country’s mission to the UN and in 2001 was Chef de Cabinet to then-General Assembly President Han Seung-soo of the Republic of Korea, is expected to be appointed by acclamation by the 192-member Assembly.

PANORAMA with 'Bulfaaleh'-Nino Viera not to be fooled with Hummers,Sekou Toure's villas where Jammeh angered Nino.
Saturday, October 14, 2006 (1170 reads)

Hummers to Bissau still no solution? Why is President Jammeh's own mouth his enemy number one?

The Gambia's President's enemy number one is his own mouth. President Jammeh might have forgotten what he did and said but Nino hasn't. When Nino Viera was removed from power many people believed he lived in Lisbon Portugal but that wasn't the actual case. He used to visit Lisbon and had good links there but his base was in Guinea Conakry. He was residing at a place called Belle Vue. This is an area where the late President Sekou Toure built villas to welcome African heads of state during an OAU summit. These villas are still there being used for the same purpose that is,welcoming heads of state on either private or official visits to Guinea.

PANORAMA with 'Bulfaaleh'-Tumbul Tamba,Late Alieu Sallah similar cases-Death at state house once again?
Saturday, October 14, 2006 (1266 reads)

Tumbul Tamba's family contemplates on apologising to people he wronged in the past...while he cannot talk on his hospital bed...

As this monster's case is getting more and more worrisome for his close relatives, they are increasingly thinking about doing anything to get him on his feet again. The good and bad side of the story touches on both sides. On one hand Tumbul's situation is a case in point that can remind people about two things. There are, first-not to be so evil against their fellow country men and women in defense of President Jammeh the super monster. On the other hand it is a good example for those who thought that President Jammeh's useless and nonsensical so-called charms can protect them when the inevitable powers of the supreme being strike. Tumbul's family is too late to understand what pain means. How many fathers and mothers has Tumbul the little monster killed so far in defense of the chief monster President Jammeh? So many. Tumbul killed Daba Marenah and then broke Abdoulie Kujabi's leg during torture sessions. Tumbul was one of those who master minded the death of late Koro Ceesay.

Breaking News:President Jammeh Might Not Attend This Year's Hajj-Reveals A State House Insider!
Thursday, October 12, 2006 (1119 reads)

Breaking News:President Jammeh Might Not Attend This Year's Hajj-Reveals A State House Insider!

New Batch Of Junglers Released.....

A Member Of Jammeh's Protocol Team Says "All Future Trips Will Now Be Handled By The VP And The Foreign Minister!

Gambia's President Yahya Jammeh might not attend this year's pilgrimage scheduled to take place in Mecca later this year due to increasing fear of insecurity within the Presidency, said well placed sources at the state house in Banjul. The President who claimed to have foiled a coup in March has suspended all overseas travels for now, our sources added. Invitation extended to him by the Iranian leader to visit his country was also put on hold until further notice. State House sources say the Gambian leader "is living in increasing fear and uncertainty". Despite the recent changes at the state guards continued my source, the President entertains the belief that there are still some rebel soldiers "within" whose loyalty he questioned. The source said some soldiers suspected of being close to army fugitive Ndure Cham were moved to other army units while being placed under close surveillance.

Jammeh in trouble Again

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