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GNOC Prexy appointed ISSA Sport Commission Member

May 6, 2025, 11:29 AM | Article By: Lamin Gibba

The president of Gambia National Olympic Committee (GNOC), Bai Dodou Jallow, has been appointment as a member of Islamic Solidarity Sport Association (ISSA) Sport Commission.

Jallow’s appointment as ISSA commission member was approved by Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz Bin Turki Al-Faisal, President of Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA) and endorsed by ISSA Executive Board during its 42nd meeting held on 21st April 2025.

Jallow will serve as ISSA commission member.

The members of ISSA Commission are:
1. Chair: Mr. Mehrez Boussayene – President, Tunisia NOC
2. Member: Mr. Bai Dodou Jallow – President, The Gambia NOC
3. Member: Ms. Samira Asghari – IOC Member, Afghanistan
4. Member: Mr.Gerti Shima – Secretary General, Albania NOC.
Meanwhile, Bai Dodou Jallow was appointed a commission member after his extensive experience and unwavering commitment to the development of sports, making him a invaluable asset to the coordination and successful delivery of the upcoming Islamic Solidarity Games.
Saudi Arabia is expected to host the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh.

The Gambia National Olympic Committee (GNOC) is preparing to take part.