Gambia

President Jammeh declares Gambia an Islamic Republic

Question: On 12 December 2015 which of the following countries declared itself as ‘Islamic Republic’?

(a) Gambia
(b) Ethiopia
(c) Brundia
(d) Somalia

Ans (a)

Related facts:

  • On 12 December 2015, Gambia’s President has declared the tiny West African country an Islamic republic.
  • About 90 per cent of Gambia’s 1.8 million people are Muslim.
  • Mr Yahya Jammeh has been president of the tiny West African country for 21 years.
  • The capital of Gambia is Banjul.
  • The country gained independence from Britain in 1965.

Related facts:

http://www.statehouse.gm/2015-dialogue-tour_0930112015/tour-updates-day19-brufut-mtg_10122015.htm

http://www.thehindu.com/news/international/world/gambias-president-declares-country-islamic-republic/article7981674.ece