Gambia appoints British barrister to prosecute gruesome Jammeh-era crimes
Ex-President Yahya Jammeh's 22-year rule was known for enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings.
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"Hackett had a four-year mandate and was chosen from a wide selection of candidates."
— Dawda Jallow , Other
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Current President of The Gambia who received the final report from the Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission.
Attorney General of The Gambia who commented on the appointment of Martin Hackett.
British barrister appointed as The Gambia's first special prosecutor for human rights abuses during Yahya Jammeh's regime.
Ex-President of The Gambia known for a repressive regime marred by human rights abuses.
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Ex-President Yahya Jammeh's 22-year rule was known for enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings.
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