National Youth Parliament-The Gambia 1

02/10/2026

The National Youth Parliament wishes to inform the public that Honourable Abdou Bah has resigned from his position as the representative for the Serekunda Constituency.

According to Honourable Bah, his decision to resign is based on personal reasons and his desire to pursue other responsibilities and opportunities.

Following his resignation, a by-election will be conducted in due course to fill the vacant seat of the Serekunda Constituency, in accordance with the relevant procedures of the National Youth Parliament.

NYP appreciates Honourable Abdou Bah for his service and contributions during his tenure and wishes him every success in his future endeavours.

24/09/2026

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19/09/2026

STATEMENT BY DEPUTY CLERK ON LEGAL AND PROCEDURAL MATTERS OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY 🇬🇲

The Deputy Clerk on legal and procedural matters of the National Assembly of The Gambia, Ms Aji Sainey Kah, delivered a statement on behalf of the Clerk during the First Ordinary Session of the 10th National Youth Parliament.

In her statement, she highlighted the importance of youth participation in democratic governance, accountability and sustainable development, while recognizing the National Youth Parliament as an important platform for young people to engage, deliberate and contribute to national development.

“The National Assembly recognises the Youth Parliament as a training ground for future leaders, a forum for civic engagement, and a voice for the aspirations of the younger generation. Your debates, resolutions, and advocacy not only enrich national discourse but also strengthen the democratic fabric of The Gambia.”

15/09/2026

STATEMENT BY THE CLERK OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY 🇬🇲

The Clerk of the National Assembly, Mr. Kalipha M.M.Mbaye, commended the National Youth Parliamentarians for their active participation and the quality of debate throughout the Sittings. He noted that they demonstrated not only passion and conviction, but also the ability to listen, engage and disagree with respect and parliamentary decorum.

He encouraged the young Parliamentarians to take the lessons and experiences gained from the Sittings back to their communities and become ambassadors of positive change, choosing dialogue over confrontation and evidence over assumption.

“Take the lessons you have learned here back to your schools, communities and homes. Be advocates for positive change,” he said.

14/09/2026

MINISTERIAL STATEMENT🇬🇲

Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, Minister of Information, Media and Broadcasting Services, addressed the National Youth Parliament during the final day of the First Ordinary Session of the 10th National Youth Parliament.

In his statement, he emphasized the importance of young people taking an active role in shaping the country’s development and democratic future. He encouraged young Gambians to move beyond dialogue and use their knowledge, skills and voices to contribute meaningfully to national progress.

“You are not merely the future of The Gambia. You are the present.” — Hon. Ismaila Ceesay

14/09/2026

MINISTERIAL STATEMENT 🇬🇲

The Honorable Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, Prof. Pierre Gomez, addressed the National Youth Parliament during the final day of the First Ordinary Session of the 10th National Youth Parliament.

In his statement, he highlighted the importance of creating opportunities for young people through education, innovation, research and skills development, while emphasizing the need for collective efforts to support youth participation in national development and democratic governance.

“Let us work together, government, institutions, communities, and youth to build a Gambia where education, innovation, research, and skills development empower every young person to contribute meaningfully to national development and democratic governance,” he said.

09/09/2026

“Youth are not only voters but also mobilisers, community leaders, observers, advocates for peace, and defenders of democratic values. Youth represent the future, which is why their voice needs to be heard and taken into account.”

— H.E. Raphaël Brigandi, EU Deputy Head of Mission in The Gambia, speaking at the opening ceremony of the National Youth Parliament Sittings 2026.

09/09/2026

The Gambia is not preparing for a youth future — it is already living in one🇬🇲
At the heart of that future is a generation equipped not only to speak, but to listen, question, debate, build consensus and hold institutions accountable.

As UNDP Resident Representative, HE Mandisa Mashologu, reminded us:

“Citizens need reliable information to participate effectively, and institutions need informed scrutiny to be held accountable.”
This is the kind of democratic leadership we must continue to nurture, where debates are grounded in evidence, difficult questions are welcomed, and accountability strengthens our institutions.

07/09/2026

07/09/2026