A Gambia where everyone enjoys human rights and freedoms.
Powers of the Commission
The NHRC of The Gambia has the prerogative to:
Recommend appropriate remedial actions
to the Government and seeks appropriate remedial actions on behalf of victims
Reserves the right to investigate suspected cases
of human rights violations and to report to the Government and all relevant institutions on any such investigations; and
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The NHRC Strongly Condemns the Conduct of the Gambia Police Force...
The NHRC issued a press statement condemning the conduct of The Gambia Police Force, after a thorough investigation into the re- arrest of Ousainou Bojang and Amie Bojang which triggered a protest in Brufut. The actions of the police has raised serious legal and human rights questions, particularly regarding respect for judicial authority and the rule of law.
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NHRC Press Release on the Worrying Plight of Irregular Migrants
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) expresses deep concern over the heightened death toll of irregular migrants departing from the shores of The Gambia.
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Press Statement on the 27th of September 2025 incident in Mandinary and the urgent need for prompt investigation into the death of Omar Badjie
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) issued a press statement regarding the death of one Omar Badjie, which led to public disturbances and clashes between the youth and Police Officers in Mandinary Village, West Coast Region, necessitating the deployment of the Police Intervention Unit. The Gambia, as a State Party to international human rights treaties, is bound by the UN Basic Principles on the Use of Force and Firearms by Law Enforcement Officials. The Commission also appeals to the youth and the general public to remain calm, refrain from violence, and allow due process to take its course.
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