Assan Touray
Assan Touray is a Gambian politician and a member of the National Assembly, representing the Bakau constituency. He has been an active voice in legislative discussions, particularly concerning the rights and needs of Gambians both at home and abroad. Recently, he challenged the Interior Minister during a parliamentary session regarding the prioritization of ID issuance in certain African countries over the needs of citizens in Gambian urban centers. His advocacy highlights the ongoing issues surrounding identification and citizenship for Gambians, especially those living overseas.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Gambia | 4 | 5.50 | 1.28% | +20% | 2,416,668 | 37,180 | $1,800 | 28$ |
| Totals | 4 | 2,416,668 | 37,180 | $1,800 | 28$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Gambia:
Hon. Assan Touray asked about plans to sensitise Gambians regarding the ECOWAS shared currency expected to launch in 2027.
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Gambia:
Assan Touray is a member of the National Assembly who inquired about assistance for families left homeless.
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Gambia:
Assan Touray questioned whether the Ministry could offer assistance to families left homeless by the demolitions.
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Gambia:
Hon. Assan Touray warned that if Jammeh attempts to return in a provocative way, the situation could be bloody.
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Gambia:
Honorable Assan Touray asked the minister to reveal the solutions the government plans to implement to end the situation that has become a national shame.
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Gambia:
Hon. Assan Touray, Member for Bakau, asked the minister to explain how government intends to solve what has become a national embarrassment.
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Gambia:
Hon. Assan Touray pointed to a deeper governance problem regarding the failure to implement local government laws.
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Gambia:
Hon. Assan Touray challenged the Minister to explain the prioritization of ID issuance in certain countries.
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Gambia:
Hon. Assan Touray, the representative for Bakau, inquired about the measures his ministry is implementing to ensure that civil servants refrain from engaging in politics openly.
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Gambia:
Hon. Assan Touray was part of the delegation accompanying the Deputy Speaker.
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