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Gambia: Court Fines Man D75,000 for Possessing Cannabis –

Gambia: Court Fines Man D75,000 for Possessing Cannabis –

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Published on 2026-04-16 10:15:05

 

By: Isatou Sarr

A 56-year-old man has been convicted by the Brikama Magistrates’ Court for possessing nearly two kilograms of cannabis, with the court imposing a fine of D75,000 or a nine-month prison term in default.

The accused, Tijan Njie, appeared before Magistrate Kanjura B. Sambou on a charge of possession of prohibited drugs, contrary to Section 35 (2) (c) of the Drug Control Act (Amendment) 2014.

Prosecuting on behalf of the Drug Law Enforcement Agency The Gambia (DLEAG), ASP…

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