Africa-Press – Gambia. In its news release, GAF adds that the use of these military related fabrics has been seen online in several instances that are inimical to the normal military associable functions lest issues of impersonation become all the more present.
The full text of the news release reads below:
The Gambia Armed Forces has observed with grave concern the unauthorized importation, sale as well as uncontrolled usage of military items such as uniforms, jackets, boots and caps by some individuals and or entities. Similarly, the use of these military related fabrics have been seen online on several instances that are inimical to the normal military associable functions lest issues of impersonation becomes all the more present. It should be emphasized that the wanton abuse of the use of military camouflage, combat boots and caps in public presents security challenges to the Armed and Security Services. This development is therefore unfortunate and dangerous precedence and if left unchecked could be used beyond measure by organized criminal gangs and unscrupulous individuals not only to impersonate members of the Armed Forces but also to perpetrate crimes within the community.
A grace period of one week commencing from Wednesday 29 June to Wednesday 06 July 2022 is therefore granted in good faith for all those concerned to comply accordingly. The cooperation of the general public is herewith duly sought.
Malick Sanyang
Captain
For Chief of Defence Staff
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