Mr. Jammeh is a member of the opposition NCP party.
The previous recalling of another top 2 Gambian diplomats from the Gambian Embassy in Cuba as reported by The Point on Monday is a signal that the government should thoroughly vet diplomats before sending them for any international mission.
Ambassador Sheikh Tijan Hydara and his deputy Vincent Mendy were reported to have fought in the office over personal grievances in Cuba.
In July 2023, three Gambian diplomats in the U.S. were expelled for being involved in fraudulent visa acts.