Justice and Courts

Court Orders State Representation for Man Accused of Gruesome Attack on Wife

Frederic Tendeng April 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Justice Ebrima Jaiteh of the High Court has mandated the National Agency for Legal Aid (NALA) to provide legal representation for Gorguie Sowe, also known as Yugo Sowe, who is facing charges of attempted murder, assault causing grievous bodily harm, intentional harm, wounding, and domestic violence. The accused allegedly attacked his wife with a cutlass, inflicting severe injuries to her hands and legs.

State’s Objection Overruled – Detective Sowe’s Call Log Printout Admitted in Bojang Murder Trial

Frederic Tendeng April 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a dramatic turn of events during the trial of Ousainou Bojang and his sister for alleged murder, a crucial piece of evidence was admitted into the court record despite objections from the State. Counsel Lamin J. Darboe, representing the defendants, tendered a call log printout of Detective Ebou Sowe into evidence during cross-examination. However, the State objected to its admissibility.

Former Nigerian Justice Belgore Dies at 70

Frederic Tendeng April 10, 2024

Ahmad Olarewaju Belgore, a retired Nigerian judge who had previously served at the Gambia Court of Appeal, passed away on Tuesday night after breaking his Ramadan fast, according to family sources. At the age of 70, he retired from the Nigerian Appeal Court on April 18, 2023.

Senegal’s New President Reverses Controversial Judiciary Appointments by Macky Sall

Frederic Tendeng April 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has revoked all appointments and decisions made by his predecessor, Macky Sall, during the last meeting of the Superior Council of the Judiciary on March 29, 2024. These decisions were nullified by a new presidential decree signed on April 3, 2024.

High Court Halts Removal of ECOWAS Parliament Members Pending Legal Challenge

Frederic Tendeng April 4, 2024

Gambiaj.com – In a recent development, the High Court has issued an interim order restraining the Clerk of the National Assembly, its agents, servants, or any other parties from removing Fatoumatta Njai (Touma), Kebba K.K Barrow, and Samba Jallow from their elected positions in the ECOWAS Parliament.

Jungler Michael Sang Correa Loses Federal Appeal to Dismiss Torture Charges

Frederic Tendeng March 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – A federal judge in Colorado has declined to dismiss multiple criminal charges against former Jungler, Michael Sang Correa, a West African man living in Denver. Correa faces seven torture-related counts for his alleged involvement in a 2006 coup attempt against then-President Yahya Jammeh in The Gambia.

Alleged Drug Baron Pablo Djabi Seeks Court’s Permission to Travel for Medical Treatment

Frederic Tendeng March 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Pablo Djabi, a man facing drug and related charges in The Gambia, has applied to the High Court for permission to travel outside the country for medical reasons. Djabi’s request comes after being diagnosed with a kidney condition that requires urgent treatment.

Taxi Driver in Legal Limbo After Defending Himself Against Armed Robbers

Frederic Tendeng March 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Charles, a taxi driver, finds himself in a precarious legal situation after defending himself against armed robbers who attempted to break into his vehicle. The incident, which occurred last year in February, has left Charles and a friend in a state of uncertainty as their court appearances have been repeatedly postponed, leading to their remand at the Mile 2 prison.

Government to Remove Officials Responsible for Rights Violations, as Recommended by TRRC

Frederic Tendeng March 25, 2024

The Gambia’s administration plans to begin implementing the Truth, Reconciliation, and Reparations Commission’s (TRRC) findings by removing persons accountable for human

Court – Ousainou Bojang’s Escape to Senegal Made Possible by Amie Bojang.

Frederic Tendeng March 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The high court has begun hearing the main trial of the man accused of killing three riot police officers near Sukuta last year. The proceedings on Monday saw the testimony of the sixth witness, police officer Ebou Sowe, who detailed his actions on the 13th, 14th, and 15th of September 2023 in obtaining the statement of Ousainou Bojang, the first accused person.

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