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Gunjur Alkalo Removed

Sep 18, 2008, 5:26 AM | Article By: By Alieu Jabang

Confirmed reports reaching The Point reveal that the Alkalo of Gunjur in Kombo South, Western Region, Alhagie Sabaki Touray, has been removed from his position with effect from last Monday.

According to reports, Alhagie Sabaki Touray, who has served in his position for over a decade, was removed on grounds of advancing years and potential incapability of discharging the functions of his office efficiently. Reports also have it that his removal was due to his lack of affiliation to any Kabilo (ward) in his own village and therefore he cannot lead the people as Alkalo of Gunjur.

Meanwhile, he is said to have been replaced by Alhagie Sulayman Touray, the current chairman of the Gunjur Village Elders Counci