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Abdoulie Njai
National Assembly of The Gambia
Member of Parliament
Biographie
Hon. Abdoulie Njai, born in Banjul, The Gambia, is dedicated to community advancement and youth empowerment. He has double diplomas in engineering , and a Business Administration degree from the IOU University and ICT in Wuhan, people's republic of China.
As the co-founder and former president of the renowned charity NGO Unity Foundation, Hon. Njai has profoundly impacted Greater Banjul and rural Gambia through initiatives like food distributions, Medicare provisions, borehole projects, blood donation drives, and orphan assistance. He currently serves as the board chair of the Unity Foundation. His leadership as the former chairperson of The Development Oriented Citizens of Banjul (D.O.C BJL) led to a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the City Council to enhance collaboration between civil society organizations and local councils.
On the global stage, Hon. Njai is country rep for the International Society of City and Urban Regional Planners (ISOCARP) and was recognized by the EU-Gambia "Tekki Fii" project in 2019 as one of The Gambia's thriving young entrepreneurs. In 2020, he was appointed as a Global Peace Ambassador by Peace Chain and is a member of the World Youth Alliance.
During The Gambia’s 2016 political crisis, Hon. Njai showcased remarkable bravery. Amid a risky and unstable situation, he chose to stay and assist his fellow citizens during mass exodus amid scary electoral process. Through the Unity Foundation, he raised funds, provided food and mattresses to those stranded at borders, and collaborated with aid workers and the Red Cross at the ferry terminal, demonstrating his unwavering dedication to his people.
In 2022, Hon. Njai was elected to the National Assembly, where he launched the An-nan-dor movement, meaning "working together for change." This youth-led initiative has significantly transformed political engagement in The Gambia, empowering young people to take active roles in governance and decision-making. The movement has introduced a new era of youth participation, fostering a sense of responsibility and leadership among the younger generation.
His tenure in the National Assembly is marked by the establishment of a constituency secretariat, the advocate for reintroduction of the Anti-corruption Bill, and robust support for women entrepreneurs and young athletes. Hon. Njai frequently speaks to youth across Africa, advocating for ethical leadership and positive engagement in decision-making. He is forging a unified Pan-African convergence through the "Servant Leadership" approach aiming to propel youth into ethical leadership roles.
Honored with the African Icon Award in 2022, he is also a member of the Global Parliamentarians on Climate Action and serves as the country focal person for Parliamentarians for a Fossil-Free Future. Additionally, he is a G20 GCAP Alumni and a former statistician at the Gambia Bureau of Statistics. Hon. Njai founded Young Consult LLC, which focuses on ethical leadership and good governance consultancy services for firms, organizations, and individuals.
Hon. Abdoulie Njai continues to inspire and lead with vision, humility, and a steadfast commitment to a better future for all, reshaping the narrative for young people in The Gambia and across Africa.
Parti politique
Independent
Chargement