# InfoChecked > Accurate information is power ## Posts - [Misleading: Madikaja Daily recirculates Saihou Mballow’s old tribal remarks as recent
](https://infochecked.org/?p=5399): Claim: Madikaja Daily, an online news platform, posted a video of Saihou Mballow,  special adviser to the Gambian president, making tribal remarks about the Fula tribe. Verdict: Misleading! The video shared by Madikaja Daily is from 2025 and does not depict a recent occurrence as portrayed. Full TextOn Aug. 20, 2026, Madikaja Daily, an online […] - [Misleading! Cost of cement bag has not increased to D750 in The Gambia
](https://infochecked.org/?p=5396): Claim: A TikTok user shared a post claiming that the price of a bag of 42.5R cement has increased to D750 in The Gambia. Verdict: Misleading. While cement prices increased between 2024 and 2025, they remain around D490-D500, not D750 as claimed. Full Text Trustno-one, a TikTok user, recently posted a picture of bags of […] - [Misleading! Video portraying Osun voters' confrontation with military officers, recycled 
](https://infochecked.org/?p=5392): Claim: A Facebook user shared a video depicting Osun State voters’ confrontation with military personnel. Verdict: Misleading! Our findings show the video has been on the internet since Dec. 7, 2024, and did not occur in Osun State, Nigeria, as claimed. Full TextA Facebook user, Solomon Dalung Foundation for National Unity, shared a video claiming […] - [Misleading: Video showing Senegalese soldiers providing security for Adama, misleading](https://infochecked.org/?p=5384): Claim: A Facebook user shared a video claiming that Senegalese soldiers are providing security for the Gambian president instead of the Gambian military. Verdict: Misleading. DUBAWA found that the shared video was originally shot when President Adama Barrow bid farewell to the Senegalese Economic Community of West African States’ Mission in The Gambia (ECOMIG), or […] - [Mostly False: Onion prices, not bread and rice, increased in The Gambia](https://infochecked.org/?p=5381): Claim: A Facebook user shared a post claiming that the price of bread, rice, and onions has increased in The Gambia. Verdict: Mostly false. While the price of bread remains at D12, American rice, despite varying prices across locations, is cheaper than it was last year. Also, a bag of onions now costs more in […] - [Misleading: Photo of man campaigning against Ousainou Darboe’s presidency, AI-manipulated](https://infochecked.org/?p=5376): Claim: A Facebook user shared a photo of a man campaigning that no one should vote for Ousainou Darboe, Former Vice President of The Gambia and presidential contestant in the forthcoming election. Verdict: Misleading. The shared image is AI-manipulated. The original version was taken in April 2026, during protests against the rearrest of Ousainou Bojang […] - [Misleading: Video of Senegalese soldiers, Jara Sarre Omar residents’ confrontation, recycled
](https://infochecked.org/?p=5369): Claim: A Facebook user, Tanji Online-TV, shared a video depicting a confrontation between the people of Jarra Sare Omar and Senegalese soldiers. Verdict: Misleading! DUBAWA found that the video shared by the Tanji Online-TV Channel is not recent. The video first surfaced in May 2020 and has been recycled to depict the incident as recent. […] - [Misleading Minor’s image protesting to watch AFCON games in The Gambia stadium, manipulated
](https://infochecked.org/?p=5366): Claim: A viral photo shows a young girl protesting to watch Gambia’s AFCON qualifiers at the Independence Stadium.  Verdict: Misleading! The minor’s image was taken from a photojournalist’s Facebook post and manipulated to push this narrative. Full Text Gamfoot Transfers, a popular Gambian football blogger, posted a photo of a young girl holding a placard […] - [Misleading: Yankuba Minteh did not announce boycott of Gambia’s national team
](https://infochecked.org/?p=5360): Claim: A viral Facebook post claims that Yankuba Minteh, a Gambian international footballer, has announced a boycott of the national team until Independence Stadium is completed. Verdict: Misleading! While Yankuba spoke about a boycott in a recent interview, he was referencing a plan he once had but later dropped after persuasion. The viral claim misrepresented […] - [Misleading: Photos depicting Casamance rebels’ attack on Senegalese soldiers, misleading
](https://infochecked.org/?p=5354): Claim: A Facebook user shared photos with claims that Senegalese military personnel were killed in a fresh attack by Casamance rebels. Verdict: Misleading! Two of the images showed old activities of the Senegalese army that took place in different locations and at different times. The last one is related to a recent killing that took […] - [False: Video of Trump addressing Gambia as best African country, manipulated](https://infochecked.org/?p=5350): Claim: A viral TikTok video claims that US President Donald Trump called Gambia the best country in Africa. Verdict: False! The viral TikTok video of President Donald Trump addressing The Gambia as the best country in Africa, is AI-manipulated. Full Text Focusonislama, a TikTok user, recently posted a video of United States (US) President Donald […] - [Climate Disinformation and Information Integrity in The Gambia](https://infochecked.org/?p=5343) - [False: Did Gambian electoral commission issue voter ID to Senegalese nationals?](https://infochecked.org/?p=5334): Claim: An Instagram user claimed that the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) issued a voter’s card to a Senegalese national with the name Adama Boudal. Verdict: False. The shared voter’s card differs from the one the IEC typically issues to voters. Full Text Bubacarr Keita, an Instagram activist, posted that non-Gambians are being issued voter cards […] - [Misleading: Block TV Gambia recirculates old footage as recent attack on KMC Mayor](https://infochecked.org/?p=5329): Claim: A video showing a supporter of the National People’s Party (NPP) questioning the nationality of Talib Bensouda, a Gambian 2026 election candidate. Verdict: Misleading! The video shared by Block TV Gambia is from the 2023 Mayoral and Chairpersonship election periods in The Gambia. It is not a recent occurrence. Full Text On May 13, […] - [Communications Officer of Info-Checked is one of the 13 fellows selected across West Africa to participate in the Kwame KariKari Fact-Checking and OSINT Fellowship, 2026.](https://infochecked.org/?p=5322): After an intensive and rigorous selection process involving applications, interviews, and final selection, Yankuba Corr emerged among the 13 fellows from West Africa, chosen to participate in the Kwame KariKari Fact-Checking and OSINT Fellowship 2026. The fellowship, organized by DUBAWA, is designed to provide journalists and media practitioners with important fact-checking skills that will enhance […] - [False and misleading: Chairman Yankuba Darboe didn't say, Talib Will Not Lead because its A Mandinka Party.](https://infochecked.org/?p=5314): Claim: Saikou Mballow, Presidential Adviser on Political Affairs to the President, claimed that “Yankuba Darboe, the Chairperson of a region, who will come out and say our party, he labelled this thing, and we know where he was going to Talib that he cannot lead because it’s a Mandinka party.” Verdict: False & Misleading Full […] - [Misleading: People Found at The Brufut Protest Were Not Political Party Leaders](https://infochecked.org/?p=5305): Claim: Hon. Kebba Lang Fofana, Nominated National Assembly Member (MP), claimed that “The people you will find there are political party leaders.” Verdict: Misleading Full Text: On Wednesday, 1st April 2026, speaking on the floor of the National Assembly Chambers in Banjul, during the “correction and approval of the record of votes & proceedings of […] - [FALSE: 300 Babies Die Out of Every 1,000 Births in The Gambia Due to Lack of Incubators](https://infochecked.org/?p=5297): Verdict: False Source: Nenneh Cheyassin Kebe (The Spike Show) Claim Context: In a promotional trailer for The Spike Show posted on Facebook, Ms. Neneh Cheyassin Secka-Kebe, Vice President of GEP-PPP, claimed that “Out of every 1,000 babies born in The Gambia, 300 die because we have no incubators.” She further stated, “We don’t have adequate […] - [Op-ed: How Disinformation Shapes Migration, Vulnerable Citizens Pay the Price ](https://infochecked.org/?p=5289): Migration is not just driven by the movement of people; it is inspired and driven by narratives, usually on false promises on better jobs and livelihood. In recent years, it is evident that how people desire and prepare to take the irregular route through the deserts and seas is greatly influenced by the type of information and narrative spread on the […] - [OP-ED: Fake News and Elections: The Impact of Disinformation on Electoral Integrity in The Gambia's 2021 Presidential Election](https://infochecked.org/?p=5276): By Omar Camara – 12th January, 2025 IntroductionIn The Gambia, as in many emerging democracies, the rise of digital media has significantly increased the prevalence and spread of disinformation, posing a major threat to the integrity of information especially during elections. Disinformation has been one of the biggest impediments towards the development of the democratic […] - [Report: Info-checked mini election analysis center (EAC) for the by elections in kaiaf and bantajang](https://infochecked.org/?p=5268) - [FALSE: Did UDP’s Sulayman Sanneh win the Kaiaf Ward By-election with 820 votes as claimed?](https://infochecked.org/?p=5264): CLAIM: Did UDP’s Sulayman Sanneh win the Kaiaf Ward By-election with 820 votes as claimed? SOURCE: Lamin Khan Fan… (WhatsApp Page) VERDICT: False FULL TEXT The by-elections of the Kaiaf Ward was scheduled today 10 January 2026 and polls closed two hours ago. The election has been highly contested between the UDP’s Sulayman Sanneh and […] - [Partially true: There are allegations that senior LRR officials are visiting villages in Kaiaf Ward and pressuring alkalos to influence votes for the NPP candidate, but these claims remain unverified.](https://infochecked.org/?p=5262): CLAIM: The governor of LRR, the police commissioner of LRR and the commissioner of immigration of LRR are going around villages in the Kaiaf ward allegedly threatening alkalos to ask their people to vote for the NPP candidate or they will be stripped of their alkaloship. SOURCE: A circulating WhatsApp audio. VERDICT: Partially true FULL […] - [Fact Explainer: Cybercrime Bill, 2023, What You Need to Know
](https://infochecked.org/?p=5256): Introduction The Cybercrime Bill 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation designed to regulate and combat the rising issue of cybercrime in the Gambia. In the fast-growing digital age, the advancement of technology and the increasing use of the internet are being used for both personal and professional purposes. This bill came at the right […] - [FALSE: Finland Has Presidential Term Limits  
](https://infochecked.org/?p=5253): Claim: Mai Ahmed Fatty, Leader of the Gambia Moral Congress, asserts that Finland has no term limits.   Verdict: False. The assertion by Mai Ahmed Fatty, leader of the opposition Gambia Moral Congress (GMC), that Finland lacks term limits is false. Full Text:   On Thursday, December 11, 2025, during an appearance on Kerr Fatou, […] - [FALSE: Angola’s Finance Minister in 2019 Wasn’t A Lawyer
](https://infochecked.org/?p=5243): Claim: Mai Ahmad Fatty, Party Leader of the Gambia Moral Congress (GMC), Claimed that “In 2019, the one who was Angola’s finance minister was a lawyer”. Verdict: False Full TextOn Thursday, 11th December 2025, appearing on Kerr Fatou, a popular online media on the program “Today on Kerr Fatou,” Mai Ahmad Fatty, Party Leader of […] - [FALSE: Several West African countries Have Community Ambulances.
](https://infochecked.org/?p=5224): Claim: Hamat N. K Bah, Minister of Lands, Regional Government and Religious Affairs claimed that community ambulances only exist in the Gambia throughout West Africa Verdict: False. The claim by Hon. Hamat Bah, Minister of Lands, Regional Government, and Religious Affairs, that community ambulances don’t exist anywhere in West Africa and that they exist only […] - [False: Viral Video of Man Arrested By Airport Security While Attempting to Hide Behind Plane Tyres Not In Gambia](https://infochecked.org/?p=5219): Claim: Viral post claims a man named Kebba Jatta was arrested at the Banjul International Airport while attempting to hide behind the aircraft tyres before take off Verdict: False Full Text The claim that a man named Kebba Jarra was arrested at the Banjul International at a stowaway by security while attempting to hide behind […] - [False and Misleading: The Independence Stadium Underwent Renovation in 2010](https://infochecked.org/?p=5214): Claim. Bakary Badjie, the Minister of Youth and Sports claimed that no single renovation has ever taken place at the Independence Stadium since it was built in 1983. Verdict: False and Misleading Full TextThe claim made by Bakary Badjie, the Minister of Youth and Sports that there has not been a single renovation at the […] - [Explainer: How Gambia’s 2026 Electoral Year Will Be Shaped.](https://infochecked.org/?p=5209): The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has published a detailed electoral calendar for the years 2026 and 2027, outlining the official schedule for voter registration, presidential elections, National Assembly elections, and local government elections in The Gambia. This calendar serves not merely as a list of dates; it is a legally enforceable framework that promotes transparency, […] - [FALSE: KMC has constructed and inaugurated major markets, roads, and launched other projects](https://infochecked.org/?p=5190): Claim: KMC cannot show any single market, school, or road that it built under Talib Bensouda. Verdict: False. Full Text: The claim by Bakary Badjie, the Minister of Youth and Sports, that the Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) under the leadership of Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda cannot show a single market, school, or road they built […] - [FACT-CHECK: The Government has disbursed over D90 million to women from the women empowerment funds](https://infochecked.org/?p=5155): Claim: The Government has disbursed over D90 million to women from the women empowerment funds Verdict: Misleading. The claim by Dr Ismaila Ceesay, the Minister of Information and Broadcasting Services, that the Gambia government has disbursed over D90 million to different women groups from the women empowerment fund is misleading. There is no evidence to […] - [FACT EXPLAINER: 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, Prevalence, Legal Frameworks, and Types of SGBV](https://infochecked.org/?p=5147): In 1991, the 16 Days of Activism began as a strategic effort to unite and amplify calls for the elimination of violence against women and girls across the globe. Every year, the 16 Days of Activism campaign mobilizes organizations worldwide and draws the attention of governments to the urgent issue of gender-based violence. The United […] - [FACT CHECK: Claim that a new date has been set for Jammeh’s return](https://infochecked.org/?p=5119): ClaimA TikTok video circulating online claims from an account named “The golden voice” asserts that former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh will arrive at the Banjul International Airport on 28 November 2025. The post asserts that a “new date has already been set” for his official return.  The claim originates from a social-media post shared on […] - [FACT EXPLAINER: The President’s Meet the Tour, constitutionality, and public
perception](https://infochecked.org/?p=5115): On November 10, 2025, the President of the Republic of the Gambia, H.E. Adama Barrow, departed from the State House for his annual tour. The “Meet the People’s Tour” by the president is a Constitutional exercise guaranteed under Section 222 (15) of the 1997 Constitution of the Gambia, which states that, “The President shall undertake […] - [FACT CHECK: Social media user claims Ebaaba is giving out free laptops through an online link](https://infochecked.org/?p=5100): A message circulating online under the username Mariama Sonko on Facebook, which can be found here, claims to offer laptops at an unreasonable cost of D850, saying that the laptops can be obtained for free if users follow a link provided in the post. We have found that this claim is false and intended to […] - [FACT CHECK: Talib meeting hall turned into dating meeting. The video was captured within seconds](https://infochecked.org/?p=5084): Verdict: False Full Text A video that has gone viral online, amassing more than 90,000 views on Facebook, claims to show MC Cham Jr and Nenneh Freda Gomez allegedly kissing during the Unite Movement for Change Town Hall Meeting held on Sunday, October 4, 2025. The footage was shared by a Facebook page named NPP […] - [Fact-Check: Are University of The Gambia Degrees Not Recognized Globally and Rejected by UK Universities?](https://infochecked.org/?p=5078): Source: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1G7bkNsmPz/?mibextid=wwXIfr Claim: Essa Faal, politician and lawyer, stated that degrees from the University of The Gambia (UTG) are not recognized globally and that universities in the United Kingdom (UK) do not accept UTG graduates for further studies. Verdict: False Full Text: The Fact Check Centre – The Gambia investigated the statement made by Mr. […] - [INSIGHT REPORT: THE DECLINE IN ENGLISH AND MATHEMATICS PERFORMANCE AT WASSCE IN THE GAMBIA
](https://infochecked.org/?p=5069): The West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE), administered by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), is a gateway to tertiary education for thousands of Gambian students annually. It serves as the most recognized standard for secondary school completion in The Gambia, Nigeria, Ghana, and Sierra Leone. Despite its significance, a disturbing pattern has emerged […] - [FACT CHECK: Has President Adama Barrow's administration connected 203,000 electricity meters?](https://infochecked.org/?p=5057): Source: President Adama Barrow, during his speech on the occasion of the 60th independence celebration Verdict: True Claim: During the 60th Independence Anniversary of The Gambia, President Adama Barrow, in his speech, stated that 203,000 electricity meters have been connected under his administration. Full Text: Our research team, utilizing the Access to Information Act, submitted […] - [FACT CHECK: Has the price of rice and sugar reduced during Ramadan.](https://infochecked.org/?p=5048): Source: President Barrow, during a meeting with Muslim elders on the occasion of Eid ul-Fitr Claim: On March 30, 2025, President Adama Barrow, during a meeting with Muslim elders at the State House, claimed that the price of a bag of rice ranged between D1,700 and D1,900, and that the price of a bag of […] - [FACT CHECK: Have Blood Relatives Ever Contested Against Each Other in Gambian Elections?](https://infochecked.org/?p=5030): Claim: On the 13th of February, 2025, Seedy Njie, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of The Gambia and Spokesperson of the National People’s Party (NNP), stated in an interview on Kerr Fatou that blood relatives have never contested an election against each other. Source: Hon. Seedy Njie, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of […] - [FACT CHECK: Is a Bag of Onions in The Gambia Sold Between D400 and D500?](https://infochecked.org/?p=5019): Claim: On Friday, 7th February, 2025, Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, Minister of Information, Media, and Broadcast Services, asserted during a Giss Giss TV show on The Fatu Network that the price of a bag of onions in Gambian markets ranges between D400 and D500. “We need to commend the government for two things, we have come […] - [FACT CHECK: The Applications for the Students Laptop Scheme 2025 Is Available](https://infochecked.org/?p=4994): Claim: The Applications for the Students Laptop Scheme 2025 Is Available Verdict: False Full Text: You might have seen this message on WhatsApp claiming students can apply for free laptops under a ‘The Applications for the Students Laptop Scheme 2025 Is Available.’ Let’s break it down and see what’s really going on. We looked into […] - [FACT CHECK: Did Gambian authorities fought a military coup attempt and arrested 4 soldiers plotting to impeach President Barrow.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4973): Claim: Gambian authorities fought a military coup attempt and arrested 4 soldiers plotting to impeach President Barrow. Verdict: Misleading Full TextA TikTok video shared by the username “Mustapha Barry” titled “Gambian authorities fought a military coup attempt and arrested 4 soldiers plotting to impeach President Barrow,” the video features a woman seemingly a journalist reporting […] - [FACT CHECK: Did Donald Trump called Adama Barrow the most usele$$ President in Africa](https://infochecked.org/?p=4941): Claim: Donald Trump called Adama Barrow the most usele$$ President in Africa Verdict: False Full TextA video shared by a YouTube channel named “Gambia Kibaaro Network” titled “Donald Trump called Adama Barrow the most usele$$ President in Africa” has amassed more than five thousand views, seventy plus comments and counting as per the publication of […] - [FACT-CHECK: Does The Gambia have one of the most expensive internet in the world but also one of the most inefficient anywhere?](https://infochecked.org/?p=4905): Essa M Faal on Coffee time with Peter Gomez Claim: Essa Mbye Faal, during an episode of Coffee Time, claimed that Gambia has one of the most expensive internet in the world but also one of the most inefficient anywhere. Verdict: True. Full TextIn the 21st century, internet connection is one of the most vital […] - [FACT SHEET: THE RIGHT TO EDUCATION IN THE 2020 AND 2024 DRAFT CONSTITUTIONS](https://infochecked.org/?p=4807): The right to education is a cornerstone of human rights frameworks, reflecting a nation’s commitment to fostering equality, empowerment, and development. The 2020 and 2024 Draft Constitutions of The Gambia both emphasize the importance of education but differ in their specific provisions for ensuring equitable access. While both drafts uphold the principle that education is […] - [FACT SHEET: RIGHT TO MARRY AND FOUND A FAMILY](https://infochecked.org/?p=4776): The 2020 and 2024 constitution drafts both affirm the right to marry and found a family, but the 2024 draft introduces a significant change by restricting legal recognition of marriage exclusively to unions between a man and a woman. This fact sheet outlines the added provision and its implications.2020 Constitution Draft (Section 54)Provision:A man and […] - [FACT-CHECK CENTER THE GAMBIA PARTICIPATED AT THE CONSTITUTIONAL COMPARATIVE REVIEW ORGANIZED BY GAMBIA PARTICIPATES.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4768): From the 21st to 25th October 2024 ,fact-check center the Gambia sent a representatives to join the Gambia participates on a 5 day constitutional comparative review following the drafting of a new constitution after the rejection of the 2020 draft. This is aimed to bring in different civil society organizations to have a through and […] - [FACT CHECK: University of the Gambia is now offering free Online education courses for ages from 18 - 55, with a certificate and a job upon completion. ](https://infochecked.org/?p=4762):   Source: Online Courses Smart Home (Facebook). Verdict: False Findings: A recent post by a Facebook page named “Online Courses Smart Home” claimed that the University of The Gambia (UTG) is now offering free online education courses for ages 18 to 55, including a certificate and job upon completion. This information has been confirmed as […] - [FACT SHEET: MEDIA FREEDOM PROVISIONS IN GAMBIAS 2020 AND 2024 DRAFT CONSTITUTIONS](https://infochecked.org/?p=4750): Overview The freedom of the media provisions in both the 2020 and 2024 draft constitutions of The Gambia outline protections and rights for the media, including safeguards against censorship and independence for state-owned media. However, certain changes in the 2024 draft introduce new restrictions and refinements, specifically concerning media ownership. What has changed   1.Ownership Rights […] - [FACT SHEET: CHANGES IN FREEDOM OF ASSEMBLY IN THE 2020 AND 2024 GAMBIAN CONSTITUTION.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4747): 1. Overview of Freedom of Assembly (2020 Constitution – Section 50) • In the 2020 Draft Constitution, the right to assembly was outlined under Section 50. This section affirmed: • Peaceful Assembly Rights: Every individual has the right to assemble peaceably, unarmed, to demonstrate, picket, and present petitions to public authorities or private institutions. 2. Changes in […] - [Hate speech: President Barrow attacks Ousainou Darboe](https://infochecked.org/?p=4739): SOURCE: Kerr Fatou   FINDINGS At a rally in Brikama yesterday evening, President Barrow directly attacked Ousainou Darboe, sparking reactions across the country. Mr. Darboe, who doubles as the flag bearer of the United Democratic Party, is President Barrow’s closest challenger to the presidency.  Speaking in one of the country’s local dialects, Mandinka, the President can […] - [Fact Check: In 2023, The Gambia’s economy surpassed the projected growth rate for Sub-Saharan Africa and stood at 5.3% - President Adama Barrow, SONA 2024.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4731): SOURCE: State House of The Gambia VERDICT: True FINDINGS: During the State of the nation address held on June 27th 2024 at the National Assembly in Banjul, the President of the Republic of The Gambia mentioned in his speech that The Gambia’s economy has surpassed the projected growth rate for Sub Saharan Africa and stood […] - [Hate Speech: President Adama Barrow’s use of derogatory language against political opponents.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4727): President Adama Barrow Mockingly calls Opposition Political Bureaus ‘’Boutique Narr’’ and their parties ‘’Bana-Bana parties SOURCE: KERR FATOU   FINDINGS President Barrow cause up controversy with his remarks during the NPP’s new political bureau’s launching ceremony on Thursday, May 23, 2024, held at Kerewan in the North Bank Region. In an amusing video released by the Kerr Fatou […] - [Fact Check: Majority of companies in the private sector are exploiting Gambians without proper employment terms.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4722): CLAIM: Majority of companies in the private sector are employing people without appointment letters, terms and conditions of employment, leave entitlements, tax, and social security contributions. Many Gambians have become slaves in their own country. SOURCE: What’s On Gambia VERDICT: True FINDINGS Our investigation is centered on SAT INTER TRADE CO. LTD, revealing insights in response to the publication by “What’s On […] - [Fact Sheet: Trafficking of Kush drug and its abuse in The Gambia and beyond](https://infochecked.org/?p=4715): The abuse and trafficking of the drug called Kush in The Gambia presents a multifaceted challenge with far-reaching implications for West Africa and beyond. Starting as a lethal concoction of cannabis, fentanyl, tramadol, formaldehyde, and ground human bones, Kush has emerged as a potent threat to public health, security, and social stability. Abuse and Trafficking of […] - [Fact Check: Banjul Port terminal has not been sold to Nigerian media mogul, Taiwo Afolabi](https://infochecked.org/?p=4711): Claim: A Facebook user has alleged that the Nigerian media mogul Taiwo Olayinka Afolabi has bought the “Banjul Port terminal” in The Gambia. Verdict: This is false. DUBAWA’s checks have revealed that the Gambia Ports have not been sold to the Nigerian Taiwo Olayinka Afolabi, as alleged. Instead, a businessman-owned company has a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) […] - [FACT CHECK: The Gambia appoints Sang Ndong as National Football Team Coach.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4699): SOURCE: NAMASITA.COM VERDICT: FALSE FINDING: Following a recent publication made by NAMASITA.COM on the 13th February, 2024 claiming that “The Gambia appointsSang Ndong as National Football Team’’. We have made confirmation on the said publication by contacting the Gambia Football Federation (GFF); speaking to Mr Babucarr Camara; who is the Communication Director at the GFF confirmed the information is false, although an advertisement is on the way to be […] - [FACT CHECK: One of the brightest students in Somita Basic Cycle School was allegedly impregnated by her teacher.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4694): Claim: One of the brightest students in Somita Basic Cycle School was allegedly impregnated by her teacher Verdict: TRUE A publication done by What’s on Gambia on its Facebook page Wednesday stories alleged that a teacher in Somita Basic Cycle School has impregnated a student in Foni, Bintang district, West Coast Region. . In a […] - [FACT CHECK: Will the OIC 5 star hotel in the Gambia be completed in between 15 months?](https://infochecked.org/?p=4443) - [FACT CHECK: The fencing of Bakoteh dumpsite is a sponsored project.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4476): Claim: The fencing of Bakoteh dumpsite is a sponsored project.  Verdict: False Source: Facebook (Kemo Fatty) Findings: Mr. Kemo Fatty, a former Kanifing Municipal Council employee, claimed on social media in a viral video that the fencing of the Bakoteh dumpsite is a sponsored project through a partnership between the Kanifing Municipal Council and SOS […] - [FACT CHECK: Gambia immigration officers carry out identity card registrations at private locations](https://infochecked.org/?p=4474): CLAIM: “GAMBIA IMMIGRATION OFFICERS CARRY OUT IDENTITY CARD REGISTRATIONS AT PRIVATE LOCATIONS.” SOURCE: Open Gambia Facebook page VERDICT: False FINDING: A post shared by Open Gambia on Thursday 9th February, 2023 via their facebook account, claiming that the Gambia Immigration officers are carrying out identity card registrations at secret locations, one like Bakau Newtown around […] - [FACT SHEET: The tragic incident of a shootout at Sukuta traffic lights killed two police officers and hospitalized one.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4441): On September 12, 2023, a post from What’s on Gambia reported a tragic incident at Sukuta Traffic Lights where it was claimed that two PIU officers had been allegedly shot and killed. This claim has been verified as true, as confirmed by Commissioner Jallow. The identity of the shooter is yet to be known, but […] - [EXPLAINER: The Gambia Deportation Crisis](https://infochecked.org/?p=4430): What is Migration? Migration is a human phenomenon that involves the movement of people from one place to another, either temporarily or permanently. Globally, factors responsible for the migration of people is categorized under either push or pull factors. While the push factors forces people to desert their settlements for another settlement, the pull factors […] - [FACT CHECK: Did the president of The Gambia threaten to eliminate civil servants that belong to opposition parties?](https://infochecked.org/?p=4423): CLAIM: Did the president of The Gambia threaten to eliminate civil servants that belong to opposition parties? VERDICT: True SOURCE: Open Gambia FINDINGS: Open Gambia in a facebook post; wrote that President of the Republic of The Gambia Mr Adama Barrow said there are public servants that say they are not part of any political […] - [FACT CHECK: Tourism Minister Hamat Bah](https://infochecked.org/?p=4420): CLAIM: What The Gambia’s Tourism Minister, Hamat Nk. Bah said about Brikama Area Council. SOURCE: KERR FATOU FINDINGS During a meeting held at Brikama as part of the President’s “Meet the People Tour” on December 2nd, 2023, Hamat Nk Bah, the Tourism Minister, sparked controversy with his remarks in a video posted by Kerr Fatou […] - [FACT CHECK: Is the picture posted by Concern Tv the alleged culprit of the crime committed?](https://infochecked.org/?p=4436): Following the killing of two Police Intervention Unit (PIU) personnel yesterday at the Sukuta/Jabang traffic lights, which left one severely injured and today pronounced death by Health officials at the Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital, it has come to our attention that a picture used by Concern TV Gambia, an online media platform, purporting to […] - [FACT CHECK: Opposition leader Musa Yalli Bachilly was arrested for alleged human trafficking.”](https://infochecked.org/?p=4427): SOURCE What’s On Gambia VERDICT: True FINDINGS: Following the claim posted by what’s on Gambia’s social media platform that “opposition leader Musa Yalli Bachilly was arrested for alleged human trafficking,” sparked different emotions and conversations both online and offline. Following our findings, the said claim is proven to be accurate, and is confirmed through the […] - [FACT CHECK: Three Arrested As NPP & APRC ‘NO TO Alliance’ Clashed In Foni](https://infochecked.org/?p=4472): CLAIM: “Three Arrested As NPP & APRC ‘NO TO Alliance’ Clashed In Foni.” SOURCE: KERR FATOU VERDICT: TRUE FINDINGS On April 14th, 2023, KERR FATOU- an online media outlet made a claim on Tuesday that “A clash between the National People’s Party (NPP) and the breakaway faction of the Alliance for Patriotic Reorientation and Construction […] - [FACT CHECK: Final Notice from Varun Pulyani Director of WhatsApp and Jim Balsamic CEO of WhatsApp](https://infochecked.org/?p=4470): Claim: Final Notice from Varun Pulyani Director of WhatsApp and Jim Balsamic CEO of WhatsApp informing users that WhatsApp is sold and will incur charges of 25.00 if not a frequent user.  Source: WhatsApp Groups Verdict: False and Deceiving. Findings: WhatsApp, which can be accessed on both mobile phones and desktop with internet service, is a messaging […] - [FACT CHECK: Gov’t will spend half of the 2023 budget on Mayoral election](https://infochecked.org/?p=4468): Claim: Gov’t will spend half of the 2023 budget on Mayoral election Source: Voice Newspaper, the Gambia Verdict: Misleading headline On the 16th November, 2002 The Voice Newspaper made a publication with the headline that one Sheikhan Faal has claimed that the government of The Gambia will be spending half of the 2023 budget on […] - [FACT CHECK: Were 3 UTG staff really sacked in the alleged 'SEX FOR GRADES SCANDAL'?](https://infochecked.org/?p=4434): CLAIM: 3 UTG STAFF SACKED, IN ‘SEX FOR GRADES SCANDAL’ SOURCE:  The Standard VERDICT: MISLEADING FINDING: Following the recent publication of the report on the investigations into the alleged grade alteration / tampering of students at the University of the Gambia. The said report was published via email to all the UTG Staff and students […] - [FACT CHECK: Standoff at Darsilameh border as GAF denies Senegalese ‘heavily armed’ forces entry.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4425): CLAIM: The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) and the Senegalese Forces that are stationed in Casamance, the southern part of Senegal were reported to be on standoff on Tuesday morning as border crisis between the two neighboring countries continues in Kombo Darsilameh. SOURCE: THE POINT NEWSPAPER VERDICT: TRUE FINDINDS: An article authored by Momodou Jawo of […] - [FACT SHEET: A group of people got into an altercation with the security forces that were on election duties.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4466): DESCRIPTION According to the information that reached the Fact Check Center, a group of people got into an altercation with the security forces that were on election duties. WHAT LED TO THE CLASH: It was said that there was a man that cast his vote and he was later trying to help others with disabilities […] - [FACT CHECK: Did the Standard newspaper misquote the Minister of Defense?](https://infochecked.org/?p=4464): Claim: Did the Standard newspaper misquote the Minister of Defense? Source: Ministry of Defense Verdict: False Findings On March 30, 2023, the Standard newspaper reported that the Defense Minister of the Gambia, while answering oral questions from the National Assembly of the Gambia, said, “Senegal to respect sovereignty.” The report goes on to say “The […] - [FACT CHECK: Honorable Seedy Njie's claim at an event of the 145th IPU General Assembly.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4462): Claim: Honorable Seedy Njie at an event of the 145th IPU General Assembly that took place in Rwanda, said that the government of the Gambia under the leadership of his Excellency President Adama Barrow is a staunch advocate and champion of gender equality and women empowerment on the 13th of October, 2022 Source: Facebook (account […] - [FACT CHECK: Is the image used by Al Jazeera and DW Africa on their report about Ousman Sonko?](https://infochecked.org/?p=4460): Claim: Is the image used by Al Jazeera and DW Africa on their report about Ousman Sonko, the former interior minister of the Republic of the Gambia, who is charged with crimes against humanity, correct?  SOURCE: Al Jazeera English and DW Africa  Verdict: Misleading  Ousman Sonko, former interior minister, has been charged with crimes against […] - [Verify The Fact](https://infochecked.org/?p=4407): Verify The Fact, Countering the prevalence of disinformation through youth engagement Report on the school tour on Media and Information Literacy with schools in the greater Banjul and West Coast Region held from the 26th September to 29th September, 2022. INTRODUCTION Fact checking remains the most effective way of ensuring quality and relevant transmission of […] - [Learning and experience sharing session combating fake news in the Gambia.](https://infochecked.org/?p=4405): Responding to the realities and need of Media and Civil Society As follow up sessions after the three days “Learning and experience sharing sessions on responding to the realities and needs of media and civil society in countering fake news and civic engagements for the project Tackling Fake News in West Africa held in November […] - [FACT CHECK: It’s President Barrow’s image on the NPP ballot drums](https://infochecked.org/?p=405) - [FACT CHECK: Have vote counting started yet?](https://infochecked.org/?p=403) - [FACT CHECK: Is it true that a ballet box is full in Mankamang Kunda and is it a consistency?](https://infochecked.org/?p=401) - [FACT CHECK: Is it true that there will be no spot counting?](https://infochecked.org/?p=399) - [FACT CHECK: Did the IEC say they would not count votes at Abuko????](https://infochecked.org/?p=397) - [FACT CHECK: A shooting incident reported at the IEC headquarters](https://infochecked.org/?p=395): Claim: A picture of the IEC headquarters with the caption “Alert Shooting incident reported at the IEC headquarters”, has been shared by One Mr. Lamin Tamba on his Facebook page, claiming that “Barrow’s Government is turning into a gang land” Fact-Check: The Centre has launched a fact check on the reported incident to verify its […] - [FACT SHEET: BREAD SHORTAGE IN THE COUNTRY.](https://infochecked.org/?p=393): There has been a shortage of bread across the country for the past two weeks. This has made the citizenry raise brows in questions as to why bread is scarce and at a higher cost. WHAT LED TO THE SHORTAGE AND THE INCREMENT IN THE PRICE OF BREAD? 1. The shopkeepers claim that not enough […] - [FACT CHECK: There is photo going round on social media with bulletin from the police department warning people to be cautious.](https://infochecked.org/?p=391): The aforementioned claim after our research is seen to have been connected to no institution in The Gambia. What the Gambia has is The Gambia police force not a police department and the Poliso magazine of the Gambia has not published anything of such massage, The PRO of the Gambia police force has also confirmed […] - [FACT CHECK: UDP executives have finally concluded tallying the disputed presidential election results.](https://infochecked.org/?p=387): A particular Facebook page named “UDP Kiang Jiffarong Chapter”, has published a public notice, claiming that the UDP Executive Committee has tallied the results of the December 4 Presidential election and announced results contrary to the final verdict announced by the IEC. After consulting some Executive members of the Party, we have been reliably informed […] - [FACT CHECK: Momodou Sabally and nine others expelled from the UDP](https://infochecked.org/?p=375): It has been brought to our notice that a particular message containing the names of Momodou Sabally and nine other individual’s expulsion from the United Democratic Party is being circulated. This has prompted us to verify the authenticity of the said message.We have found out from the party executives that the message is false.Momodou Sabally, […] - [FACT CHECK: Did the EU Election Observation Mission announce the election process not free and Fair?](https://infochecked.org/?p=373) - [FACT CHECK: There is a footage circulating where Halifa Sallah accepts the election results that Adama Barrow won the presidential election.](https://infochecked.org/?p=280): VERDICT: This is a video from the 2016 presidential election. It was confirmed by Kex Sanneh.This information is therefore, false. - [FACT CHECK: Did the Chairman of the Independent Electoral Commission leave his office to answer the President?](https://infochecked.org/?p=277) - [Good morning from the Election Analysis Centre](https://infochecked.org/?p=274): It is a known fact that everyone is tense and caught up with multiple news coming from all angles. Have no fear for we are here to clear your doubts, and keep you informed. Thank you and keep following to avoid doubling of misinformations. - [FACT CHECK: Is UDP’s ballot boxes full at any polling station in Brikama and Gunjur](https://infochecked.org/?p=270): Verdict: The claim is false. - [FACT CHECK: Did Imam Abdoullah Fatty called on Gambians not to vote for UDP?](https://infochecked.org/?p=267): Did Imam Abdoullah Fatty called on Gambians not to vote for UDP? 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