President Adama Barrow has appointed Mr. Basiru Njie as the new Chief Executive Officer/Executive Secretary of The Gambia Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (GCCPC). He succeeds Mr. Amadou Ceesay, who has recently retired.
Mr. Njie brings a wealth of experience and expertise in competition and consumer protection, having served the Commission for thirteen years. His dedication to these areas is unwavering, as evidenced by his previous role as Director of Consumer Protection and Investigations, where he led with commitment and achieved numerous milestones.
His ascent from an investigation officer to the apex of the Commission’s leadership is a testament to his dedication, expertise, and commitment to effectively administrating competition and consumer protection laws in The Gambia.
Mr. Njie is highly regarded as an expert in competition and consumer protection in the region, having served in significant roles in the development and promotion of these principles within ECOWAS and Africa. His influence extends beyond The Gambia, and we are proud to have him lead our Commission.
“As a Commission, it is our solemn duty to uphold the principles of competition and consumer protection with unwavering resolve. We recognize that the effectiveness of our enforcement efforts directly impacts the everyday lives of Gambians.
“When we root our anticompetitive behavior and enforce consumer rights, we create an environment where economic opportunities flourish, and social justice thrives. Let us continue to work together, Government, private sector, civil society, and development partners, to build a future in the Gambia where fairness, integrity, and opportunity define our markets and uplift the lives of the most vulnerable Gambians,” Mr Njie said after he was appointed the new CEO of the Commission.
The Commission also extends its profound appreciation to the retiring Chief Executive Officer/Executive Secretary, Mr. Amadou Ceesay. His years of dedicated service and leadership have left a lasting impact on the Commission, and we are grateful for his contributions.
During his tenure, the Commission achieved significant milestones and made invaluable contributions to enhancing competition and consumer welfare. His dedication has made a lasting impact on the Commission, and we wish him all the best in his future pursuits.
