Who was the first prime minister of the Gambia?
| Prime Minister of the Gambia | |
|---|---|
| Formation | 14 March 1961 |
| First holder | Pierre Sarr N’Jie |
| Final holder | Dawda Jawara |
| Abolished | 24 April 1970 |
How did the Gambia gain independence?
Britain, believing that eventually the Gambia would merge with Senegal, gave the territory revised constitutions in 1954, 1960, and 1962 and finally granted it independence within the Commonwealth in February 1965. The Gambia became a republic on April 24, 1970.
Who was the first vice President of the Gambia?
Vice-President of the Gambia
| Vice President of the Republic of The Gambia | |
|---|---|
| Appointer | President of the Gambia |
| Term length | 5 years, renewable |
| Inaugural holder | Sheriff Mustapha Dibba |
| Formation | April 1970 |
Who is the second President of the Gambia?
Jammeh was re-elected as president in 2001, 2006 and 2011, but lost to Adama Barrow in 2016….
| Yahya Jammeh | |
|---|---|
| Jammeh in 2014 | |
| 2nd President of the Gambia | |
| In office 6 November 1996 – 19 January 2017 | |
| Vice President | Isatou Njie-Saidy |
What is the capital of Gambia?
BanjulThe Gambia / Capital
What was Gambia before?
Following the proclamation of a republic in 1970, the long-form name of the country became Republic of the Gambia. The administration of Yahya Jammeh changed the long-form name to Islamic Republic of the Gambia in December 2015. On 29 January 2017 President Adama Barrow changed the name back to Republic of the Gambia.
Who discovered Gambia?
Portuguese Prince Henry the Navigator
The European discovery of the Gambia began in the 15th century, with the push toward exploration by the Portuguese Prince Henry the Navigator. In 1446, Portuguese captain Nuno Tristao made contact with the inhabitants of Cape Vert, and made a treaty of commerce and friendship with them.
Who is Dr Isatou Touray?
Isatou Touray (born 17 March 1955) is a Gambian politician, activist, and social reformer. A noted campaigner against female genital mutilation (FGM), she became the first female Gambian presidential candidate in 2016, before dropping out to endorse Adama Barrow and Coalition 2016.
How many chiefs are in the Gambia?
DISTRICT CHIEF AND ALL 33… – State House of The Gambia | Facebook.
How many districts are in the Gambia?
43 districts
The Gambia is subdivided into 43 districts. They are listed below by Local Government Area, each with its population at the 15 April 2013 census.