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Gambia's president declares Islamic statehood - Al Jazeera English

13.12.15

Gambia's president declares Islamic statehood - Al Jazeera English: About 90 percent of Gambia's 1.8 million people are Muslim. The country gained independence from Britain in 1965.

"Gambia cannot afford to continue the colonial legacy," Jammeh said.

In an attempt to allay the fears of religious minorities, Jammeh said the rights of Gambia's Christian community - who make up about eight percent of the country's population - will be protected.

Jammeh said there will be no mandates on dress. "We will be an Islamic state that would respect the rights of all citizens and non-citizens."

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