Essa Mbye Faal

Essa Mbye Faal

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Essa Mbye Faal is a prominent Gambian civil rights advocate and lawyer, known for his passionate commitment to democracy and justice in The Gambia. He gained attention for his open letter to President Adama Barrow, urging him to address the grievances of the youth and uphold their constitutional rights amidst growing public discontent. Faal's advocacy is rooted in the historical context of student protests in The Gambia, particularly the tragic events of April 2000 and the courageous efforts of individuals like Ebrima Solo Sandeng, emphasizing the need for transparency, accountability, and dialogue in governance. His call for unity and reconciliation reflects his dedication to fostering a peaceful and inclusive society in the wake of the country’s tumultuous past.

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Gambia Gambia: Essa Mbye Faal is the leader of the APP-Sobeyaa party who is facing calls for resignation from founding members over an alliance with the NPP. 3

Maila Touray Alhagie Babou Jeng Sir Jackal Cham Mam Seedy Njie Mbye Jobe Saidina Kebbeh
The Point (Gambia): APP-Sobeyaa split over NPP alliance as founders demand Faal resign

Gambia Gambia: The tour is also expected to provide insight into emerging political dynamics, particularly following recent alliance talks between the ruling National People’s Party (NPP) and other political actors, including the All Peoples Party-Sobeyaa (APP-Sobeyaa) of Essa Mbye Faal. 5

Adama Barrow
The Point (Gambia): Barrow to embark on 19-day nationwide Meet the People Tour from October 1

Gambia Gambia: Essa Faal is set to join the ruling National People’s Party after previously being a vocal critic of President Barrow. 7

Adama Barrow Ismaila Ceesay Yahya Jammeh
The Point (Gambia): Essa Faal set to join Barrow camp in major political shift

Gambia Gambia: Dr. Ceesay revealed that negotiations are ongoing and expressed optimism about the potential partnership with Essa Mbye Faal. 8

Ismaila Ceesay
The Point (Gambia): Dr. Ceesay hints at possible alliance with Essa Mbye Faal

Gambia Gambia: Mr. Essa Mbye Faal is the Secretary General and Party Leader of the All People’s Party Sobeyaa. 7

Bakary Bunja Dabo Lamin J Darbo Ousman Gajigo Ahmadou Kah A N M Ousainou Darboe Talib Ahmed Bensouda Jaye Ceesay Krubally
The Point (Gambia): COP issues statement on Gambia's return to constitutional rule

Gambia Gambia: Mr Essa Mbye Faal has strongly criticized the government of President Barrow for its tolerance of corruption. 2

Barrow
The Point (Gambia): Organisation d’une manifestation de contestation par le gouvernement; Mr Essa Faal réprimande le gouvernement pour la tolérance démontrée envers la corruption

Gambia Gambia: Essa Mbye Faal is a lawyer who is also threatened with arrest for exercising his rights. 7

Demba Sabally Rohey Malick Lowe
The Point (Gambia): Le Parti Démocratique Uni (UDP) condamne la menace d’arrestation proférée par le ministre de l’agriculture, Demba Sabally, à l’encontre du maire de Banjul, Mme Rohey Malick Lowe, et de Mr Essa Faal

Gambia Gambia: Essa Mbye Faal is highlighted as a Gambian who has the right to protest peacefully. 9

Rohey Lowe Minister Sabally
The Point (Gambia): UDP condemns Minister Sabally’s arrest threat against Mayor Lowe, Essa Faal

Gambia Gambia: Essa Mbye Faal writes to President Barrow about the need for dialogue and reconciliation in The Gambia. 7

Adama Barrow Ebrima Solo Sandeng Ousainou Darboe
The Point (Gambia): Essa Faal writes to President Adama Barrow