Pierre Sarr N'Jie

gambia, chief minister, united party, law, opposition

Born Jul 17, 1909

Kanifing, Gambia

Passed Away Dec 11, 1993 Kanifing, Gambia

Lifespan 84 years old

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"The rule of law and an alert parliamentary opposition are essential guardians of national liberty."

Archival Overview

First Chief Minister of the Gambia and founder of the United Party who played a central role in pre-independence politics.

Biographical Record

Pierre Sarr N'Jie was a prominent Gambian lawyer and statesman who served as the first Chief Minister of the Gambia from 1961 to 1962 during British colonial rule.

A veteran of the Royal West African Frontier Force during World War II, N'Jie studied law at Lincoln's Inn in London and was called to the bar in 1953. Upon his return to Bathurst, he founded the United Party (UP), which drew substantial support from Wolof communities, merchants, and civil servants.

Known for his sharp courtroom intellect and fiery oratory, N'Jie served as Leader of the Opposition following independence, providing rigorous scrutiny to the nascent government and defending democratic multiparty principles.

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Kanifing Christian Cemetery
Kanifing, Gambia

                         GPS: 13.4475, -16.6710                    

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