Omar Badjie
Omar Badjie is the Director of Industry, Investment, and SMEs at the Ministry of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration, and Employment in The Gambia. He was recently in the news for his role in receiving donated office equipment from the UNDP, which highlights the successful collaboration benefiting nearly 5,000 businesses and associations in the country.
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Omar Badjie, head of the Local Organising Committee, expressed sentiments about the line-up of events at this year's fest.
FARD 5.0: Champion wrestlers meet in Grand Face-to-Face in Somita
Gambia· 2026-01-11
The killing of Omar Badjie in Mandinari is highlighted as a recent case of police violence.
Civil Society calls out ‘police brutality’Gambia· 2025-11-07
Omar Badjie was the deceased individual involved in the Coroner’s Inquest.
First witness appears in Coroner’s Inquest into Omar Badjie’s DeathGambia· 2025-10-10
Omar Badjie is the individual whose death prompted the Coroner's inquest.
Chief Justice orders Coroner’s inquest into death of Omar BadjieGambia· 2025-10-03
Omar Badjie was a devoted Muslim and the breadwinner of his family, praised for his active participation in village development initiatives.
Mandinary youth issue ultimatum in demand for JusticeGambia· 2025-10-02
Omar Badjie’s death has prompted youth to demand prosecution of the officers involved.
Omar Badjie’s death: Youth demand prosecution of implicated officersGambia· 2025-10-01
Omar Badjie was allegedly killed by police officers in Mandinaring.
Foni NAMS accuse ruling majority for shielding gov’tGambia· 2025-10-01
Omar Badjie is mentioned as a victim of the recent disturbances, for whom condolences are extended.
Barrow says voices of Gambian youths matterGambia· 2025-09-30
Omar Badjie died during an incident involving police officers, raising concerns about police conduct.
NHRC calls for urgent probe into death of Omar Badjie in MandinariGambia· 2025-09-29Omar Badjie was allegedly beaten by police officers while in handcuffs, leading to his death in custody.
Death in Custody: Mandinari protest echoes calls against police brutalityGambia· 2025-09-29
Omar Badjie scored an equalizer for Milan FC in the match.
Spurs win late OJ Jallow Serrekunda East Super Cup trophyGambia· 2025-08-25
Omar Badjie, Director of Industry and Investment, emphasised the critical role of MSMEs in the national economy.
Stakeholders validate roadmap to strengthen small business ecosystemGambia· 2025-08-20Director of Industry and Investment Mr. Omar Badjie discussed scaling challenges faced by businesses.
Minister Joof embarks on industrial visit to boost local enterprise growthGambia· 2025-08-08
Mr. Omar Badjie emphasized the successful collaboration that has benefitted nearly 5,000 businesses and associations.
UNDP donates office equipment to MoTIEGambia· 2025-03-24