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Yahya Jammeh

2nd President of the Gambia · Gambia · On the map · Politicians · Born 1965 · age 61

Yahya Abdul-Aziz Jemus Junkung Jammeh is a Gambian politician and former soldier, who served as President of the Gambia from 1996 to 2017. He was the Chairman of the Armed Forces Provisional Ruling Council (AFPRC) from 1994 to 1996.

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A typical day, 30 days to 11 November 2026

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6 statements, newest first
  1. I have respected the accord signed between myself, ECOWAS, and other organizations.

    24 June 2024 · Yahya Jammeh’s Journey: From Presidency to Exile; Retrieved on 24 June 2024, Own words

  2. The man at the head of Jammeh’s party, Fabakary Tombong Jatta, is now the Speaker of the Gambia National Assembly.

    , Own words

  3. However, those bodies have not always upheld their end of the agreement.

    , Own words

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Awards

Order of the Republic of The Gambia
National Order of the Lion of Senegal
Order of Brilliant Jade

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Country
Gambia
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1965 · age 61

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