The move comes amid debate over a motion moved by the honourable member, to amend the recommendations of the special select committee report (1) on page 156 and recommendation (3) on page 190, which infringe Section 33(1) of the 1997 Constitution.
Hon. Jawara moved the motion to withdraw the direct criminal recommendations, emphasising the need for fairness and equal treatment for current and former Attorneys General. He stressed that the Assembly should avoid drawing premature conclusions on alleged misconduct or corruption.
The committee had previously flagged serious allegations against Tambadou, including potential violations of the Public Finance Act, abuse of office, and economic crimes related to the management and disposal of Jammeh’s forfeited properties, which include real estate, vehicles, and financial assets worth billions of dalasis.
The Majority Leader supported the motion, warning that declaring misconduct without thorough verification would be premature. He added: “We can recommend through the executive for the matter to be further investigated. If anything is found, be it misconduct or criminal act, action can then be taken accordingly.”
Lawmakers also raised concerns about the appointment of Alpha Capital to oversee asset disposal and whether due diligence under public finance rules was followed.
Allegations that the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs was sidelined, resulting in multiple unauthorised accounts, further fueled calls for caution.
Several members urged restraint in labeling the matter criminal, noting that the Assembly’s findings are not final until formally approved.
Ultimately, the House rescinded part of its earlier decision and adopted a revised recommendation, calling on the executive, through police and the public prosecution office, to conduct a full investigation into possible violations of the Public Finance Act and other issues involving the former AG.
While some members including the NAM for Foni Kansala, opposed dilution of the original recommendations, the majority favoured an executive led probe.
The decision reflects a cautious approach in one of the most sensitive post-Jammeh accountability efforts, balancing public scrutiny with due process.
