how Gambia’s Police Force convicted five suspects, including a Nigerian national, for cyber extortion and fraud in a landmark case, sentencing set for October 6, 2025, highlighting efforts to combat digital crimes and bolster national security.
The Gambia Police Force secured convictions against IGP vs. Henry Obinna and four Nigerian nationals at the Brikama Magistrates’ Court for charges including illegal possession of devices, computer-related extortion, fraud, and forgery.
All defendants admitted guilt, and they are currently held at Mile II Central Prison, with sentencing scheduled for October 6, 2025. The Police emphasize their commitment to combating cybercrime and protecting national security.
The National Assembly Members in The Gambia have been allocated a total budget of D81,840,000 for 2025, covering various allowances including residential, robing, telephone, house rent, sitting, car, constituency, clothing, and responsibility, with specific allocations for the Speaker, Deputy Speaker, majority and minority leaders, and their deputies.
The Gambia Police Force is investigating the disappearance of Gabriel Adiaga, a 44-year-old Nigerian, who went missing on October 14, 2025. A day later, a partially charred body was found, leading to the arrest of Wurry Barry, a Gambian citizen, who confessed to the murder after a confrontation on October 13. Evidence, including the murder
