The Ministry of Justice said on Wednesday the Gambia government will ‘with immediate effect’ respect the Supreme Court’s judgment branding President Barrow’s termination of Ya Kumba Jaiteh unlawful.
The Supreme Court made history on Tuesday when it ruled as unconstitutional the president termination of Ms Jaiteh as a nominated national assembly member.
The justice ministry in a statement on Wednesday said: “The Government wishes to further assure the general public that notwithstanding its disappointment, it will fully comply with the Supreme Court’s Decision with immediate effect.
“This is the position expected of a government that is committed to respect for the rule of law and democracy. It demonstrates that no matter our individual opinions or divergent views especially on matters of national interest, we are all subject to the law and that no person or groups of persons are above the law.
“The Government therefore calls upon everyone in this country to be law abiding and to make use of democratic processes, including the courts, to address their grievances.”
