The Asset Recovery Committee (ARC), formed by the Central Committee of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), has finalized its investigation into the party’s assets, marking a significant step toward reclaiming properties and items central to its legacy. The ARC, tasked with identifying and verifying PPP assets, conducted thorough evidence collection and interviewed credible witnesses to confirm the legitimacy of the properties in question.
The investigation confirmed three key properties as legitimate PPP assets: 21 Leman Street in Banjul, currently occupied by the Gambia Immigration Department; Tobacco Road, which houses the Independent Electoral Commission’s Banjul office; and the PPP political bureau in Brikama, now referred to as the youth center. Additionally, the ARC identified vehicles, furniture, and documentation seized by the Armed Forces Provisional Ruling Council (AFPRC) and Alliance for Patriotic Reorientation and Construction (APRC) that remain under seizure.
Senior Counsel Malick H.B. Jallow, who verified the evidence, will lead the next phase of the recovery process. The ARC plans to formally engage individuals and entities unlawfully possessing these assets, aiming to resolve the matter through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). However, the PPP is prepared to pursue formal legal proceedings in a court of competent jurisdiction if negotiations fail.
“The recovery of these assets is not just about property; it’s about preserving the history and legacy of the PPP and honoring the contributions of its past members,” the party said in a statement. The identified assets are seen as vital to the party’s identity and operational capacity, reflecting decades of political struggle and service to the Gambian people.
The PPP’s commitment to reclaiming its assets underscores its determination to restore its historical and political standing. The ARC’s findings provide a clear path forward, with Senior Counsel Malick Jallow spearheading efforts to ensure a fair and lawful resolution. As the party moves into the negotiation phase, all eyes will be on how these engagements unfold and whether the PPP can successfully reclaim what it considers rightfully theirs.
The outcome of this process could set a precedent for asset recovery efforts by political entities in The Gambia, signaling a broader push for accountability and justice in the management of public and party resources.
