Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye have had the insurrection case against them officially dismissed by a judge in Dakar, Senegal, citing the recently enacted amnesty law to facilitate political reconciliation and resolution amidst the country's political turmoil
Justice Sonia Akinbiyi adjourned Momodou L. Jarju's case due to a dispute over new evidence admissibility, with Senior Counsel Kebba Sanyang objecting. The case, previously ruled by the Supreme Court, will reconvene on March 24,
Senegalese parliamentarian and mayor Farba Ngom voluntarily appeared before the investigating judge in the 125 billion CFA franc case, expressing confidence and readiness to respond. His lawyer cited concerns about case opacity and alleged reputation tarnishing, as the investigation also targets businessman Tahirou Sarr and
The trial of Augustine Bangura, accused of murdering a British woman in The Gambia, continues with the testimony of Sub Inspector Boye, who detailed the investigation and arrest of Bangura. The suspect, who initially denied involvement, later confessed to the crime, leading to the recovery of stolen items and the murder weapon. The case has been adjourned until March 5, 2025, for further proceedings.
Tijan Jallow, an employee of Afro Express Bureau de Change in Brikama, Gambia, has been charged with stealing over D1.9 million from his employer and was arraigned at a local magistrate's court. Despite denying the charges, Jallow admitted to spending the money on gambling bets. The court granted him bail at D2 million with four Gambian sureties and two property deeds, with the full trial set to commence on February 13.