West Coast Referees Association Pays Courtesy Call on GFF PresidentBy JarranewsTV Staff Reporter

The West Coast Regional Football Referees Association on Friday paid a courtesy visit to the President of the Gambia Football Federation (GFF), Mr. Lamin Kaba Bajo, at the Football House in Kanifing. The visit followed the recent passing of the Association’s former president, Kebba Bojang (Lalas).

During the meeting, the Association’s new president, Mr. Alhagie Fatty, formally introduced his executive members to President Bajo and outlined the Association’s plans for the continued development of refereeing in the region.

The President of the West Coast Regional Football Association, Mr. Bakary Bojang, commended the referees’ body for its achievements in capacity-building initiatives, including referee training and other technical programs. He expressed appreciation to GFF President Bajo for fostering an environment that enables the Association to realize its goals.

Mr. Fatty also extended gratitude to President Bajo for his ongoing support, particularly in facilitating training programs for referees. He reaffirmed his commitment to advancing the standards of officiating in the West Coast Region.

In response, President Bajo congratulated the new executive for its efforts in enhancing the professionalism of referees. He assured the Association of the GFF’s continued support toward the development of refereeing both within The Gambia and internationally.

The West Coast Regional Football Referees Association operates under the Regional Football Association and has trained over 200 referees who officiate in local competitions. The Association categorizes its members into three levels — Elite A, Elite B, and Elite C — based on experience and qualifications.