The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) has strongly condemned the alleged killing of vultures by one of its own soldiers, calling the act unlawful and completely against the values of the institution. In a statement issued on Thursday, GAF said Lance Corporal Jallow Alieu and a civilian, Mr. Ebrima Khan, are[Read More…]
Human Rights
Two Soldiers Arrested Over Vulture Killings In West Coast Region
Two members of the Gambia Armed Forces were arrested in Dobong village on Thursday after residents reportedly caught them in the act of harvesting vulture heads, allegedly for ritual purposes. The suspects, both soldiers stationed at Yundum Barracks, were apprehended by villagers and later handed over to officers at the[Read More…]
IEC, Banjul City Council Corruption Probes Await Legal Action — Gov’t Says Investigations Complete
The Gambian government says it has concluded investigations into alleged corruption involving the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) and the Banjul City Council (BCC), and is now awaiting legal advice from the Attorney General’s Chambers. Information Minister Dr. Ismaila Ceesay made the disclosure during an appearance on West Coast Radio’s Coffee[Read More…]
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