Gambian President Adama Barrow has welcomed ECOWAS’s decision to approve a special tribunal to prosecute human rights violations under former President Yahya Jammeh’s regime.

Barrow described the move as a significant step toward justice, reinforcing the message that impunity will not be tolerated in The Gambia. The tribunal is expected to address crimes committed during Jammeh’s 22-year rule.

Meanwhile, the Gambia Bar Association has urged the government to act swiftly in implementing the tribunal, ensuring justice for victims and strengthening the country’s legal framework.

This development marks a critical milestone in The Gambia’s transitional justice process, offering hope to those seeking accountability and closure.