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GAMBIA: NHRC Opens Investigation Into Imam Baba Leigh Controversy

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has confirmed that it is investigating complaints concerning statements attributed to Commissioner Imam Baba Leigh, amid growing public calls for his removal. In a...
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GAMBIA: NHRC Sounds Alarm Over Violent Crime and Delays in Delivering Justice

The National Human Rights Commission’s latest assessment has raised fresh questions about the effectiveness of President Adama Barrow’s policies on justice, security, institutional reform...
Human Rights

GAMBIA: Released GALA Members Recount Difficult Experience in Police Detention

The recent release of members of the Gambians Against Looted Assets (GALA) has re-ignited the public discourse on civil liberties and police conduct in...
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GAMBIA; PIU Arrests Six GALA Members Ahead of One-Year Anniversary Celebration

The following six members of GALA have been arrested by the PIU and detained at the Kairaba Police Station: • Omar Camara• Hakeem Touray• Abdoulie...
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GAMBIA: Darboe Reflects on Sacrifice and Responsibility at Solo Sandeng Memorial Gathering

At a gathering to remember Solo Sandeng, UDP leader Ousainou Darboe spoke in a calm but emotional tone, reflecting on the meaning of the...
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GAMBIA: Remembering Solo Sandeng: A Life, A Loss, and a Legacy That Still Shapes The Gambia

April 14 is not just another date on the calendar for many Gambians. It is a painful reminder of loss, but also a day...
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GAMBIA: Jammeh Atrocities: Reparations Commission Begins Payouts to Victims

The Gambia Reparations Commission has commenced the disbursement of payments to individuals affected by human rights violations that took place during the administration of...
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GAMBIA: Call to Action: NHRC Pushes for Public Order Act Amendment

The Ministries of Justice and the Interior have been advised by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to change Section 5 of the Public...