Top UDP official Lamin Manneh has been treating the appointment of the new head of The Gambia’s election management body with cautious optimism, saying the new IEC boss, despite his tainted reputation, can salvage himself and his battered image by overseeing a free and fair general election next year. The[Read More…]
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Probe Into Jammeh Assets Sale Could Suffer Setback As NA Goes On Recess
The investigation by the National Assembly into the disposal of Jammeh’s assets could suffer a setback as the legislature goes on recess next month. The Office of the Clerk of the National Assembly announced on Tuesday that the office will not “entertain” any official engagement with the legislators from 3rd[Read More…]
Ex-BCC Finance Director Alleges Irregularities, “Powerlessness” In Council Operations
Momodou Camara, former Director of Finance at the Banjul City Council (BCC), returned to the witness stand Tuesday before the Local Government Commission, expanding on claims of financial irregularities and dysfunction within the council during his tenure. Facing detailed questions from Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez, Camara alleged that several payments[Read More…]
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