Minister of Justice Abubacarr Tambedou, says, the Truth, Reconciliation and Reparation Commission (TRRC) will be launched on 15th of October, 2018 at Dunes Hotel.
“Following the identification of the 11 Commissioners including the designated Chairman Mr Lamin J. Sise, and Deputy Chairperson Ms Adelaide Sosseh. All the Commissioners will be sworn-in on the day of the launching ceremony on 15 October as part of the launch events,” he said.
As at now, we have not yet received any objections relating to the fitness or the suitability of any of the nominees as Commissioners. The 11 Commissioners identified include representatives from all the regions of the country inclusive of Gambians in the Diaspora, and all the five major ethnic groups, i.e., Wolof, Mandinka, Fula, Jola, and Sarahulay.
In addition, the two main religions in the country, and four women including the Deputy Chairperson. Their names and relevant identifying information have been published earlier so I need not to repeat them here.
AG Tambedou added that, all preparations have been made towards the smooth running of the TRRC, including the appointments of eleven (11) commissioners, adding that the 11 Commissioners identified are the representatives from all the regions of the country and the Diaspora.
The Attorney General went further to reveal that Mr. Essa Faal has been appointed as the lead counsel of the commission, who will be assisted by Ms. Horejah Bala-Gaye and a small group of lawyers.
“The TRRC is lining up a few witnesses to commence public hearings soon after the launching event. The Secretariat will announce to the public the exact commencement date” he disclosed.
Author: Bakary Ceesay
