The Gambia government has reassured victims of former president Yahya Jammeh that justice will be served amid anger over the implementation of the yet to be submitted TRRC report. 

The Ministry of Justice reaction comes as hundreds of activists, victims and politicians took to the street to march for justice.

“The Ministry of Justice is also working with the UN and other multilateral and bilateral partners on securing additional funds for the post-TRRC activities which includes finding the best route to achieving justice for the victims.

“All the above and many other undertakings by the government are done in good faith and are sufficient demonstration of the commitment of this government to the principles and objectives of the TRRC,” the Ministry of Justice said.

“Therefore, comments about government’s lack of commitment to implement the recommendations of the TRRC upon submission of its report are at best premature and speculative.

“The office of the Attorney General and Minister of Justice wishes to assure all the victims, the Gambians, and partners alike that the government of The Gambia remains fully committed to the implementation of the recommendations of the TRRC in the best interest of the Gambian people without fear or favour,” it added.

Reporting by Adama Makasuba