Fatou Jaiteh, a procurement officer at Kerewan Area Council, testified before the Local Government Commission of Enquiry, exposing widespread violations of procurement laws and procedures, detailing a culture of mismanagement and lack of involvement in decision-making, leading to noncompliance with regulations.

Health Minister Dr Ahmadou Samateh has highlighted the issues affecting the supply of drugs in The Gambia's health facilities, citing GPPA procurement methods and unreliable suppliers as the main problems. He revealed that all drugs and medical consumables used in the country are imported, but many suppliers, mainly Gambians, have failed to deliver as per their contracts. Despite an increase in the health budget, only 30% of the national requirement for medicines can be covered, he added.

Mamadi Camara, the procurement officer for Kuntaur Area Council, testified before the Local Government Commission of Inquiry, admitting that not all procurement processes at the council go through his office, which raises concerns about financial oversight irregularities. He detailed the flawed procurement process, revealing that the council's CEO often makes procurement decisions independently, a practice challenged by Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez as a violation of standard procedures. The inquiry continues as the commission investigates procurement irregularities and governance lapses at Kuntaur Area Council.