By: Fatou Krubally
The National Assembly’s Special Select Committee on the assets of former President Yahya A.J.J. Jammeh has intensified its investigation into the sale and disposal of properties linked to the ex-leader, urging the public to assist by submitting relevant information or documents.
In a media release issued Monday, June 16, the committee reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in its work, as it continues to scrutinize how assets identified by the Janneh Commission were liquidated or transferred.
The committee, which was set up to examine the financial dealings of public institutions with the former president, has already issued formal summonses to key individuals and institutions believed to be connected to the transactions. It is currently reviewing the documents and evidence received in response.
“We are actively continuing our crucial work and have made significant progress in our investigations,” the statement said, adding that the committee is “meticulously reviewing and analysing all evidence and documentation submitted so far.”
The public has now been called upon to play a role in the on-going probe. Individuals or organisations with credible information are encouraged to come forward and share any relevant material that could aid the inquiry. Submissions can be made confidentially via email or by delivering sealed envelopes to the Clerk of the National Assembly.
“All submissions will be treated with the utmost confidentiality,” the Committee assured.
The special select committee stresses that its mission is to uncover the truth behind the sale and disposal of Jammeh’s assets and ensure justice and transparency on behalf of the Gambian people.
Established by the National Assembly, the committee’s work stems from the findings of the Commission of Inquiry set up in the aftermath of President Jammeh’s departure from office in 2017. That commission revealed widespread mismanagement and appropriation of public resources during Jammeh’s 22-year rule.
The committee says it remains dedicated to completing its mandate “expeditiously and thoroughly,” and will continue to update the public as the investigation progresses.