Acting on the powers vested in him by section 138(2) of the 1997 Constitution of The Gambia, His Excellency President Adama Barrow today presided over the swearing-in of Honourable Naceesay Sallah-Wadda as a Justice of the Supreme Court of The Gambia.
President Barrow emphasised that the independence of the Judiciary is a constitutional guarantee and a cornerstone of the country’s democracy. He noted that, since assuming office, his government has consistently upheld this principle and has never interfered in the administration of justice.
The President congratulated Justice Naceesay Sallah-Wadda on her well-deserved appointment and encouraged her to uphold sound judgement, integrity, impartiality, and unwavering devotion to the Constitution of The Gambia.
Delivering her remarks, Her Lordship Justice Naceesay Sallah-Wadda expressed gratitude to the President for the confidence reposed in her through the appointment. She described her elevation to the Supreme Court as a call to greater sacrifice and commitment to the rule of law. She also pledged to serve with humility and dedication, assuring that justice would be administered fairly and guided by the laws and Constitution of the land.
This appointment marks another milestone in the Government’s ongoing efforts to build a strong, efficient, and Gambian-led Judiciary, staffed by qualified Gambians with the competence, professionalism, and commitment to serve at the highest level of the country’s legal system.
The event was moderated by Honourable Mr. Alieu Njie, Secretary to Cabinet and Head of Civil Service.
