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Africa-Press – Gambia. <\/strong><\/span>The Lord Mayoress of Banjul City Council (BCC), Rohey Malick Lowe, has questioned the government\u2019s attempt to introduce a new media regulation framework, describing the move as ill-timed and potentially biased.<\/b><\/p>\n

The proposed regulation reportedly initiated under the Ministry of Information, Media and Broadcasting Services has sparked concern among stakeholders including the Gambia Press Union (GPU) leadership headed by Isatou Keita.<\/p>\n

In a statement shared on her Facebook page, Ms Lowe raised doubts about the timing of the initiative, asking why similar measures were not introduced under previous male-led GPU administrations.<\/p>\n

She suggested that the move could be perceived as an attempt to undermine the current female leadership of the union.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf such an approach had been attempted during male-led administrations, it would have faced strong resistance,\u201d she said, adding that authorities are aware that \u201cpower rarely concedes without resistance.\u201d<\/p>\n

The mayoress reaffirmed her support for the GPU president, noting that many Gambians stand in solidarity with the current leadership.<\/p>\n

She also warned against actions that could lead to increased scrutiny or suppression of the media, stressing that the consequences could extend beyond journalists.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen they target independent journalists, they target all of us,\u201d she stated.<\/p>\n

Ms Lowe pledged continued support for Ms Keita and said she would closely monitor developments, vowing not to remain silent at a time when press freedom could be threatened.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the proposed media regulation has drawn criticism from sections of the Gambian media and civil society, with some activists arguing that it could undermine press freedom.<\/p>\n

Critics say the measure risks introducing undue control over the media, while calls grow for broader consultation before any policy is implemented.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Gambia<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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