In what appears to be a growing friction between local governance and central government oversight, the Brikama Area Council (BAC) has been summoned by the Ministry of Local Government and Lands to answer to inquiries, surrounding the Council’s ongoing assessment of its revenue sources. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday,[Read More…]
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BAC Clears Air Over Alleged Ties With Sukuta Shooter
The attention of the management and staff of the Brikama Area Council has been drawn to the trending news in the social media platforms and individuals, that the alleged shooter of the Police Intervention Unit (PIU) officers, is an employee of the Brikama Area Council. In view of this, the[Read More…]
But Prexy Barrow The Councils Claim You’re The One Undermining Them
President Adama Barrow’s government is consistently being criticized in the local government community for still refusing to adhere to the Local Government Act, mandating it to give budgetary support to local authorities. According to the Act, 20 per cent of the councils’ budget shall be financed by the central government.[Read More…]