LG COMMISSION ENDS – The Standard Newspaper

Local Government Commission of Inquiry Concludes Public Hearings After 28 Months – Foroyaa Newspaper

The Local Government Commission of Inquiry has wrapped up its public hearings after more than two years of proceedings, with Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez delivering a short closing address on Tuesday. Mr Gomez told the Commission that over the course of 28 months, evidence was heard from 366 witnesses, including officials from government institutions such as the Office of the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Regional Government and Lands, th…

LG COMMISSION ENDS – The Standard Newspaper

By Arret Jatta The presidential commission of inquiry into the financial administration of local government councils has concluded its investigations, after 28 months of work.  The commission, which started in 2023, gathered evidence from witnesses and went through financial management processes, audit reports and procurement procedures of the councils among other things. Scores of witnesses including senior council officials, elected chairperso…