Staff and students of the University of The Gambia (UTG) have announced plans to stage a strike starting Monday in protest of the dismissal of two lecturers.

Last month, the university authorities terminated the contracts of Dr. Alieu Gibba and Prof. Matarr Njie, accusing them of “peddling unfounded claims” against the institution.

In response, UTG staff and students have issued a statement calling for the immediate reinstatement of the dismissed lecturers.

The statement reads: “We cordially invite you to cover the peaceful protest of the UTG students and staff against the decision taken by the UTG management over the dismissal of Dr. Gibba and Prof. Njie.”

Reporting by Adama Makasuba