GMC leader Mai Ahmad Fatty called the government plan to spend D4 billion prosecuting former dictator Yahya Jammeh unwise. The government aims to use about D840 million yearly for five years on these prosecutions. Fatty believes this large expense makes no sense, given national financial limits. He thinks the money should help victims still dealing with physical, emotional, and financial harm from Jammeh's rule.
Fatty urged for an honest national conversation about transitional justice based on reality rather than emotions. The planned tribunal would cost USD60 million over five years, taking D4.2 billion from state and partner funds. These resources could support suffering victims and grieving families instead. Many victims face health problems as they struggle with the aftermath of past brutality.
Fatty suggested strengthening the existing Special Division of the High Court for post-TRRC cases as a better option. This approach delivers justice more efficiently at a lower cost. He also proposed permanently banning Jammeh from politics and public affairs. Fatty described Jammeh as psychologically unstable and troubled by his crimes.
The lawyer said that making Jammeh live with his actions represents true punishment. Fatty believes forgiveness shows national strength, not weakness. He emphasized that building a peaceful future requires letting go of past divisions. Historical wrongs need correction but not at the expense of present needs and future progress.
Fatty urged for an honest national conversation about transitional justice based on reality rather than emotions. The planned tribunal would cost USD60 million over five years, taking D4.2 billion from state and partner funds. These resources could support suffering victims and grieving families instead. Many victims face health problems as they struggle with the aftermath of past brutality.
Fatty suggested strengthening the existing Special Division of the High Court for post-TRRC cases as a better option. This approach delivers justice more efficiently at a lower cost. He also proposed permanently banning Jammeh from politics and public affairs. Fatty described Jammeh as psychologically unstable and troubled by his crimes.
The lawyer said that making Jammeh live with his actions represents true punishment. Fatty believes forgiveness shows national strength, not weakness. He emphasized that building a peaceful future requires letting go of past divisions. Historical wrongs need correction but not at the expense of present needs and future progress.
