Essa Mbaye Faal
GambiapoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Essa Mbaye Faal is the Party Leader and Secretary General of APP-Sobeyaa, a political party known for its advocacy of democratic principles and human rights. Recently, he was in the news for his statement welcoming the President's pardon of 56 inmates, while also raising concerns over the lack of gender equity in the clemency process, emphasizing the importance of constitutional equality and non-discrimination.
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Essa Mbaye Faal raised numerous reasons for leaving the talks including improper conduct and inducements.
APP-Sobeyaa alleges inducements, improper conduct in coalition talksGambia· 2026-08-10
Secretary General and Party Leader Essa Mbaye Faal emphasised that steady leadership and a commitment to peace, national unity, and economic resilience are critical at this time.
APP–Sobeyaa warns of Middle East conflict’s impact on GambiaGambia· 2026-03-06Essa Mbaye Faal is the Party Leader and Secretary General of APP-Sobeyaa.
APP-Sobeyaa welcomes Barrow’s pardon of 56 inmates, calls for gender equity in clemencyGambia· 2026-02-16