Africa-Press – Gambia. In a dramatic turn of events, Mr. Alieu Jallow, the former Registrar General, has been arrested on charges of contempt for allegedly providing false testimony and tampering with evidence during a parliamentary inquiry.
The arrest was ordered by the National Assembly’s Special Select Committee investigating the sale and disposal of assets identified by the Janneh Commission.
The inquiry focused on the disposal of assets linked to the former president of The Gambia. Mr. Jallow appeared before the committee on multiple occasions, most recently on August 7, 2025. During his testimonies, he was warned about the repercussions of providing false evidence. However, discrepancies in his statements and the forensic analysis of his laptop raised suspicions.
The committee uncovered that Mr. Jallow’s laptop contained several documents that were accessed, modified, and deleted between July 28 and July 31, 2025. These documents were directly related to the inquiry and contradicted his sworn testimony. Notably, the forensic analysis revealed documents such as internal memos, inventory files, and sales reports that were altered before his appearance before the committee.
The committee, chaired by Honorable Abdoulie Ceesay, expressed deep concerns over Mr. Jallow’s conduct. They noted that his actions amounted to misleading the committee and obstructing its proceedings. The committee’s legal counsel, citing sections 109 and 110 of the 1997 Constitution of the Republic of The Gambia, moved for Mr. Jallow’s arrest.
The Sergeant-at-Arms of the National Assembly executed the arrest, and Mr. Jallow was handed over to the Inspector General of Police for further investigation.
The committee emphasized the seriousness of the charges, underscoring the importance of transparency and accountability in the inquiry process.
In a statement, the committee reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that all individuals involved in the inquiry are held accountable.
The investigation continues, as the National Assembly seeks to uncover the full extent of the alleged misconduct related to the asset disposal.The Inspector General of Police, along with the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, have been notified to commence proceedings against Mr. Jallow.
The committee urged a thorough investigation to maintain the integrity of the parliamentary process.
The arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing inquiry, highlighting the National Assembly’s dedication to uncovering the truth and ensuring justice is served.
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