By Lamin Njie
Edward Singhatey on Wednesday began giving evidence to the Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission.
Singhatey, a former AFPRC junta stalwart, has been named in a number of human rights violations and abuses that took place during former President Yahya Jammeh’s 22 years rule.
He was the former vice chairman of the AFPRC junta and has been implicated in the November 11, 1994 execution of over a dozen soldiers who were accused of trying to overthrow Jammeh’s government. He is also accused of spearheading the brutal murder of former finance minister Ousman Koro Ceesay.
Singhatey began his testimony on Wednesday, bringing to an end months of speculation over whether he was going to appear before the investigation.
During his appearance, he remained calm as he gave evidence on the planning and execution of the July 22nd 1994 military takeover.
His testimony continues in a few minutes.
