Three Gambian citizens have petitioned the National Assembly of The Gambia accusing Deputy Speaker Seedy SK Njie of alleged ethnic and political discrimination, abuse of office, and interference in public administration.

The petition, submitted on May 13, 2026, by Omar Camara, Madi Jorbateh, and Baboucarr Nyang through the Clerk of the National Assembly, calls for the matter to be examined by the House’s Public Petitions Committee.

According to the petitioners, the complaint is based on publicly circulated recordings and transcripts which they say raise serious concerns about constitutional governance, equality, and neutrality in public service.

They allege that the Deputy Speaker made statements suggesting that individuals could be denied public appointments or removed from office on the basis of political affiliation or criticism of the President.

The petition further raises concern over references to ethnicity in public discourse, which the petitioners argue could amount to ethnic profiling or discriminatory treatment within public administration.

It also claims that remarks attributed to Mr. Njie suggest possible influence or interference in decisions relating to appointments and dismissals within state institutions.

The petitioners argue that the alleged conduct may contravene provisions of the 1997 Constitution of The Gambia, including sections on equal protection of the law, non-discrimination, freedom of participation, and national unity.

They are therefore urging the National Assembly to open an impartial parliamentary inquiry through its Petitions Committee to determine whether the allegations are substantiated.

If upheld, the petitioners further request that appropriate disciplinary, ethical, or constitutional measures be recommended.
At the time of filing, the National Assembly had not issued any official response on the petition.

By Adama Makasuba