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The Gambia has been thrown into political turmoil after police forcibly removed Auditor General Momodou Ceesay from his office following his refusal to comply with a presidential reassignment to trade minister. President Adama Barrow insists Ceesay initially accepted the new role, but the auditor denies this, leading to a tense public standoff. Many Gambians view the move as an attempt to install a loyalist and shield Barrow from corruption allegations linked to assets of former dictator Yahya Jammeh. The action sparked immediate backlash, with staff blocking police initially and activists threatening protests until Ceesay is reinstated. Two prominent critics were arrested amid growing unrest. Despite the government’s claims of a commitment to transparency, the incident raises serious concerns about political interference and accountability in the West African country.
BBC