Gambia's President declares state of emergency before relinquishing power

Gambia's President Yahya Jammeh has declared a state of emergency, just two days before he is supposed to cede power after losing elections last month.

Gambia's President declares state of emergency before relinquishing power

Gambia's President Yahya Jammeh has declared a state of emergency, just two days before he is supposed to cede power after losing elections last month.

Mr Jammeh is refusing to step down despite international pressure and the threat by other West African nations of a military intervention.

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