Police in the Lower West Coast Region of the Gambia have launched a murder investigation following the discovery of a young man’s lifeless body in Tanji Solifo on Sunday. The victim, identified as 22-year-old Lamin Jallow of Tanji Nema, was found motionless with an apparent stab wound to the chest.[Read More…]
Tag: Human rights
Gambia Prison Services Denies Allegations Of Bribery Involving Female Officers
The Gambia Prison Services (GPS) has issued a strong denial of recent bribery allegations involving female officers, describing the claims as “unfounded” and “damaging” to the reputation and integrity of the institution. In an official statement dated May 3rd, 2025, the GPS addressed circulating rumors suggesting that it is a[Read More…]
Auditors Recommend EFSTH To Initiate Action Against Dr. Jafari For ‘Embezzling’ Hospital Funds
State auditors have revealed that former chief medical director of The Gambia’s main referral hospital Dr. Ammar Jafari has embezzled over half-a-million dalasi of hospital funds and, they have now recommended to the hospital management to initiate an administrative action against him. A review of payment vouchers and bank statements[Read More…]