Ebrima Cham rejected accusations linking the Gambia Livestock Marketing Agency to cattle sales from Janneh Commission seizures during Tuesday's testimony before National Assembly lawmakers. The GLMA Board Chairman stated his organization provided animal care services without participating in disposal decisions. Agriculture Ministry officials directed GLMA to manage livestock at Abuko and Central River Region locations after asset transfers occurred. Agency personnel received cattle without documentation regarding animal origins, health conditions, or legal ownership status. GLMA purchased medical supplies and feed using internal funds to maintain herd welfare.
Cham described requesting valuation assessments from Veterinary Services that never materialized during the custody period. His agency learned about completed sales through external sources rather than official communications from supervising authorities. The chairman emphasized GLMA performed record maintenance and animal welfare duties while other entities handled financial transactions. Committee members continue investigating asset disposal procedures involving former President Yahya Jammeh's associates amid transparency concerns. Cham maintained that accountability demands target actual decision makers rather than caretaking organizations.
Cham described requesting valuation assessments from Veterinary Services that never materialized during the custody period. His agency learned about completed sales through external sources rather than official communications from supervising authorities. The chairman emphasized GLMA performed record maintenance and animal welfare duties while other entities handled financial transactions. Committee members continue investigating asset disposal procedures involving former President Yahya Jammeh's associates amid transparency concerns. Cham maintained that accountability demands target actual decision makers rather than caretaking organizations.
