{"id":81473,"date":"2025-07-05T16:14:51","date_gmt":"2025-07-05T16:14:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/uncategorized\/gambia-deputy-speaker-advocates-unified-african-security"},"modified":"2025-07-05T16:50:52","modified_gmt":"2025-07-05T16:50:52","slug":"gambia-deputy-speaker-advocates-unified-african-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/gambia-deputy-speaker-advocates-unified-african-security","title":{"rendered":"Gambia Deputy Speaker Advocates Unified African Security"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. <\/strong><\/span><b>Hon. Seedy S.K. Njie, Deputy Speaker of The Gambia\u2019s National Assembly and Chairman of its Defence and Security Committee, has called on African lawmakers and security leaders to forge a united front against the continent\u2019s mounting security threats, including cybercrime, terrorism, and disinformation.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Speaking at the official opening of the African Forum for Chairpersons of Defence and Security Committees in Abuja, Nigeria, Njie stressed that regional collaboration is essential to counter escalating insecurity in sub-Saharan Africa.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur people deserve protection from armed robbery, terrorism, insurgency, and cyber threats that undermine peace and stability,\u201d he said. \u201cWe must renew our commitment to safeguarding lives, national sovereignty, and internal order.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Conveying greetings from the Gambian government, Njie reaffirmed the country\u2019s commitment to upholding law and order and underscored the role of legislators in allocating sufficient resources to strengthen defence and security systems across the continent.<\/p>\n<p>While recognizing the growing digital revolution in Africa, Njie warned of the parallel rise in cyber threats that transcend borders and compromise critical infrastructure. \u201cThe Gambia, though relatively new in its digital journey, has already faced cyber intrusions, phishing attempts, and disinformation campaigns,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n<p>He cited the 2021 Gambian presidential election as a turning point when misinformation circulated on social media platforms posed a threat to democratic stability and public trust.<\/p>\n<p>Njie called for urgent legislative responses to these challenges, including the adoption of laws that promote digital security, media literacy, and institutional preparedness.<\/p>\n<p>Highlighting The Gambia\u2019s efforts in cybersecurity, Njie said the country\u2019s E-Government Strategy 2020\u20132024 prioritises digital infrastructure, inter-agency data exchange, and automation of public services to enhance accountability. He also announced the upcoming operationalisation of a National Computer Security and Incident Response Team (CSIRT), tasked with providing real-time monitoring and coordinated cyber threat responses.<\/p>\n<p>Njie emphasised the role of lawmakers not only in policy formulation but also in legislative oversight. He noted that The Gambia has already amended its Information and Communications Act and is currently reviewing a Personal Data Protection and Cybercrime Bill aimed at criminalising malicious online activities and protecting personal data. The proposed bill is informed by ECOWAS model laws and aligned with the Malabo Convention.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAfrica\u2019s security future depends on proactive leadership, robust legislation, and collective resolve,\u201d Njie concluded. \u201cTogether, we can build a safer and more digitally secure continent.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Gambia<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. Hon. Seedy S.K. Njie, Deputy Speaker of The Gambia\u2019s National Assembly and Chairman of its Defence and Security Committee, has called on African lawmakers and security leaders to forge a united front against the continent\u2019s mounting security threats, including cybercrime, terrorism, and disinformation. 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