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CDS Gomez calls for stronger Gambia-Senegal security ties
CDS Gomez calls for stronger Gambia-Senegal security ties

By Amadou Jadama on tour

The Chief of Defence Staff Major General Ousman Gomez, has called for deeper peace and security cooperation between The Gambia and Senegal, saying the two sister nations share more than just borders.

Speaking during an interface with security officers from both countries at Kerr Ayib boarder post, as part of his tour, Gomez applauded the positive collaboration between the two sister forces and urged them to maintain it.

The CDS stressed that joint efforts are critical to maintaining regional peace and ensuring smooth movement of people and goods. The tour continues.

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First published on standard.gm — 3 September 2026

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