Justice and Courts

Court Admits Statements as Evidence in Voir-Dire Trial, Reserves Judgment on Weight

Frederic Tendeng March 11, 2024

Gambiaj.com – In a recent ruling, Justice Ebrima Jaiteh admitted several statements as exhibits in a voir-dire trial, reserving judgment on their weight until further evaluation. The ruling addressed objections raised by counsel Lamin J Darboe regarding the admissibility of cautionary and voluntary statements allegedly made by the 1st Accused Person, Ousainou Bojang.

Villager Reclaims Land Given Under Pressure to Ex-President Jammeh

Frederic Tendeng March 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – One Gibi Bah, who brought a civil suit against Yaya Nyassi, the alkalo of Duwassu village, testified before Justice Ebrima Jaiteh yesterday, alleging that he was influenced by village elders to give land to former President Yahya Jammeh.

Lawyer for Ousman Sonko Requests Acquittal and Compensation in Swiss Court

Frederic Tendeng March 6, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Philippe Currat, the lawyer representing Gambia’s former interior minister, Ousman Sonko, who is on trial for crimes against humanity committed under the leadership of former president Yahya Jammeh, has requested the Federal Court of Bellinzona to acquit his client and award him US$1 million in compensation for wrongful detention.

Gambia Progresses Towards Establishing International Court for Yahya Jammeh-Era Crimes – RFI

Frederic Tendeng March 6, 2024

In Gambia, efforts are underway to establish an international court to prosecute crimes committed during the regime of former dictator Yahya

Driver Remanded for Causing Death of Three Arezki Road Construction Workers

Mamour M. Mbenga March 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Aniru Sanyang, a native of Bakau New Town, has been remanded at the State Central Prison (Mile 2) for causing the death of three Arezki road construction workers at Wullinkama Junction. Sanyang is charged with a rash or negligent act causing the death of Sulayman Camara, a Bissau Guinean, and two Senegalese nationals, Abdou Jobe and Assan Jobe.

Westfield Cash Transfer Staff Murder Case Adjourned Due to Lack of Case File

Jarai Jallow March 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The case involving Arona Tine, accused of the murder of Fatoumata Kagbo, a staff member of HM Bureau Exchange de Chance, was adjourned to March 11, 2024. The case was brought before Justice Ebrima Jaiteh at the special criminal court after being moved from the magistrate court due to jurisdictional issues.

A Plea for Justice: Family of Murder Victim Binta Gassama Opposes Bail Decision

Awa Colley March 2, 2024

Gambiaj.com – In a heartfelt open letter addressed to the Government of The Gambia, the Office of the President, the Ministry of Justice, the Attorney General’s Chambers, the Police Commissioner, and the Kanifing Municipal Council, the family of Binta Gassama, a 62-year-old woman brutally murdered in her home on September 4, 2022, expressed profound disbelief and dismay at the recent decision to grant bail to one of the accused persons in her case.

Counsels Prepare to Argue Briefs in Ousainou Bojang Shooting Trial Voir Dire

Jarai Jallow February 29, 2024

Gambiaj.com – In the ongoing police shooting trial involving Ousainou Bojang, counsels are gearing up to present their briefs of argument following the conclusion of the cross-examination of the second accused, Amie Bojang, by the Director of Public Prosecution, A.M Yusuf. The trial is currently in the voir dire phase, a preliminary examination of evidence to determine its admissibility.

Gambian Charlatan and Accomplice Found Guilty, Ordered to Pay 4 Million CFA Francs in Damages

Frederic Tendeng February 29, 2024

Gambiaj.com – In the case of Gambian charlatan Amadou Conteh (47 years old) and his accomplice, 31-year-old Fatoumata Binta Diallo, the Tambacounda High Court has rendered a verdict. They were charged with fraud, charlatanism, criminal association, and collaboration. After finding them guilty, the court mandated that they give 4 million CFA francs to Alfousseyni Bâ, the civil party, as compensation for the harm that their malice caused him.

Court Case Unfolds: Accused Testifies in Murder Trial Amid Voir-dire

Frederic Tendeng February 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – In a gripping development in the murder trial of Ousainou Bojang and his sister Amie Bojang, a resident of Brufut, the accused took the stand to testify in court yesterday. Ousainou Bojang faces charges of murder, attempted murder, committing a terrorist act, and assault causing grievous bodily harm, while his sister Amie Bojang is charged with accessory after the fact to murder.