Gambia ruling party merges with ex-dictator's ahead of poll

Gambian human rights groups and victims' associations have characterised the merger as a betrayal, according to local media reports, with questions arising over the government's willingness to hold Jammeh accountable. 

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Former Gambian dictator Yahya Jammeh (AFP)
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Former Gambian dictator Yahya Jammeh's political party has announced a merger with the ruling party, casting doubts on efforts to hold the ex-leader accountable for alleged rights abuses.

The move comes

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