Isatou Njie-Saidy

Isatou Njie-Saidy (also spelt Aisatu N'Jie-Saidy; born 5 March 1952) is a Gambian politician. She was Vice President of the Gambia, as well as Secretary of State for Women's Affairs, from 20 March 1997 to 18 January 2017. She is the first Gambian woman to have held the position of Vice President and one of the first women in West African politics to reach this senior position.

Isatou Njie Saidy in 2006, while she was vice-president of Gambia.

Quotes

• Although there have been occasional doubts about the United Nations' continued relevance, its reputation as the most effective platform for addressing global issues has never been contested.
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• They give me an update on the situation, but I can't recall the decisions made because it's been so long. Due to the emergency, we do not keep minutes. An army could be sent out by Babucarr Jatta without my knowing.
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