Mr. Colley
Mr. Colley is the current Chairperson of the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) in The Gambia, having been appointed vice chairman in 2021 and rising through the ranks to his current position. He has a background in electoral management, having previously served as the director of communications and as an assistant regional electoral officer. Colley will continue to serve as chairperson until March 2028.
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Recent news mentions
Mr Colley indicated that the Commission has validated its Strategic Plan for 2026-2027.
2026 presidential election set for Dec 5 – IEC Chairman
Gambia· 2025-10-10Mr. Colley admitted that while his office was aware of properties, documents being cancelled and subsequently sold, the legal basis for such transactions was questionable at best.
Registrar confused over solicitor general’s role in state property saleGambia· 2025-07-24Mr Colley, who is currently serving as a Commissioner, will continue as Chairperson for the remaining period of his term.
New IEC chair, Foreign Affairs minister appointedGambia· 2025-07-10
