Bilay G. Tunkara
Gambian politician
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Bilay G. Tunkara is a Gambian politician and member of the National Assembly representing Kantora since 2017. He has served as Majority Leader of the National Assembly since 2022.[1]
Preceded byKebba K. Barrow
Preceded byKebba K. Barrow
BornSeptember 5, 1988
Bilay G. Tunkara | |
|---|---|
| Majority Leader of the National Assembly of the Gambia | |
| Assumed office 17 April 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Kebba K. Barrow |
| Member of the National Assembly of the Gambia for Kantora | |
| Assumed office 11 April 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Kebba K. Barrow |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 5, 1988 |
| Party | National People's Party |
Tunkara has led Gambian participation in ECOWAS, being elected deputy speaker.[2][3][4] In 2025, his request for an inquiry into former president Yahya Jammeh's assets garnered controversy, as critics dubbed it as a "coverup" and "too vague".[5]