Barrow has named Cherno Amadou Sowe as Ceesay’s replacement, but Sowe is yet to assume office amid the mounting backlash.
The Gambia is facing political turmoil after police forcibly removed Auditor General Momodou Ceesay from office.
Ceesay, who had been in office for nearly three years, claims he turned down President Adama Barrow’s offer to become trade minister.
The government insists he initially accepted but later changed his mind. The move has angered many, who accuse the president of trying to replace Ceesay with someone who will shield him from corruption allegations.
There have been protests in the capital, leading to the arrest of activists and a journalist. Rights groups are calling for Ceesay’s reinstatement, warning that his removal undermines government accountability.
Barrow has named Cherno Amadou Sowe as Ceesay’s replacement, but Sowe is yet to assume office amid the mounting backlash. #DWAfrica
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