Ebrima Jaiteh
Ebrima Jaiteh is a judge at the Banjul High Court in The Gambia, known for presiding over significant legal cases, including those involving criminal allegations and human rights issues. His judicial decisions often attract public and media attention, reflecting the broader implications of the cases on the Gambian legal system.
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Justice Ebrima Jaiteh presided over the case but it did not proceed due to the absence of the accused.
Former lands minister, 6 others face 9 charges over alleged D13M fraud in Jammeh’s forfeited land
Gambia· 2026-02-27
Ebrima Jaiteh is the judge who later handled the case after it was transferred to the Banjul High Court.
Raped at 12, pregnant at 13, perpetrator Missing: Justice denied for Gambian victimGambia· 2026-02-12
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh ruled that the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.
From radio interview to dock: court clears ex-soldier Sanyang of all chargesGambia· 2026-02-11
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh is presiding over the trial involving Kandeh and other accused persons.
Health officials standing trial: Kandeh denies charges in HEPDO caseGambia· 2026-01-13
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh presided over the trial.
Global Properties MD says large foreign currency payments normal in real estateGambia· 2025-12-16
Justice Jaiteh ultimately refused the application, ruling that a hostile-witness declaration requires evidence of deliberate withholding of truth.
Court rejects State’s attempt to declare Fraser as hostile witnessGambia· 2025-11-24
Honourable Ebrima Jaiteh praised the government for constructing the Lamenkoto–Pasamas road and improving access to clean drinking water.
Sandu youth demand productive alternatives to ‘backway’Gambia· 2025-11-18
Ebrima Jaiteh, Chairman of the Njaba Kunda Village Development Committee, welcomed the expansion with appreciation.
WB, GoTG expand Nafa cash to 15,000 new householdsGambia· 2025-11-06
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh of the High Court in Banjul has acquitted and discharged Mansa Sumareh and Ebrima J.S. Sanneh.
Ex-State House driver acquitted, discharged in diplomatic passport scandalGambia· 2025-10-29
Ebrima Jaiteh is the judge presiding over the case involving Mama Jabbie.
Interview de Mama Jabbie concernant la fusillade des agents de la Brigade d’Intervention de la Police; Contre-interrogatoire d’un journalisteGambia· 2025-10-22
The Hon. Justice Ebrima Jaiteh is the Chairman of one of the panels.
Judiciary launches panels to adjudicate petitions against legal practitionersGambia· 2025-10-16
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh presided over the trial at the High Court in Banjul.
Turning point in PIU shooting Trial: Defence recovers Mama Jabbi’s audio, vows to tender it in courtGambia· 2025-10-14
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh is the judge before whom Abdoulie Sanyang is expected to appear.
Ex-soldier to enter plea today on arson, judicial interference chargesGambia· 2025-10-07Justice Ebrima Jaiteh described Asemota as a devoted Muslim who ensured the accuracy of reports.
Veteran journalist Abubacarr Bruce Asemota laid to rest in SiffoeGambia· 2025-10-06
The case of former soldier Sanyang is expected to be heard before Justice Ebrima Jaiteh at the High Court in Banjul.
Ex-soldier Sanyang to appear as High Court resumes todayGambia· 2025-10-06
Judge Ebrima Jaiteh imposed a bail of 16 million dalasis on each of the three staff members of the Intellectual Property Registration Office.
La Cour impose une caution de 16 millions de dalasis à trois employés du Ministère de la Justice dans une affaire de crime économique de 14 millions de dalasisGambia· 2025-07-02
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh presided over the court proceedings.
Tears in court as man narrates how ex-wife accused him of rapeGambia· 2025-06-25
Ebrima Jaiteh is the judge presiding over the high-profile case involving the shooting of police officers.
Le juge déclare que les fonctionnaires doivent faire face au tribunal en signe de respectGambia· 2025-06-19
Ebrima Jaiteh is the presiding judge in the ongoing PIU shooting incident case.
Judge says gov’t officials must face court to show sign of respectGambia· 2025-06-18
Ebrima Jaiteh presided over the court that ordered the appearance of three high-ranking officials in a trial.
La Cour ordonne la comparution de trois hauts fonctionnaires dans le procès de la fusillade des agents de l’Unité d’Intervention de la Police (UPI)Gambia· 2025-06-12
The tournament is sponsored by Hon. Ebrima Jaiteh.
Sare Gubu Basirou stun Jendeh to reach Hon. Ebrima Jaiteh tourney finalGambia· 2025-06-12
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh presided over the court proceedings.
Commissioner Pateh Bah ordered my handcuff – Witness saysGambia· 2025-06-03
The retreat brought together Committee Members: Hon. Salif Jawo, Hon. Almameh Gibba, Hon. Abdoulie Njai, Hon. Samba Jallow, and Hon. Ebrima Jaiteh.
Public Enterprises Committee holds retreat to finalise 2021 SOEs oversight reportGambia· 2025-05-30
Ebrima Jaiteh, member for Sandu outlined the need for active participation by the citizenry in the process.
NCCE engages constituencies on 2024 Draft ConstitutionGambia· 2025-05-21
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh presided over the court case involving Ousainou Bojang.
Alleged PIU shooter says witnesses lied against himGambia· 2025-04-17
The High Court’s decision was delivered by Justice Ebrima Jaiteh, finding him guilty.
Supreme Court commutes Yank’s death sentence to life imprisonmentGambia· 2025-04-16
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh ruled that permitting the cobbler to testify now would constitute procedural impropriety.
Judge denies prosecution’s late bid to call cobbler in alleged PIU shooter caseGambia· 2025-04-09Justice Ebrima Jaiteh presided over the case and sentenced Saidykhan to imprisonment equal to his remand period.
Man walks free after 3 years in prison for defilementGambia· 2025-03-26
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh acknowledged the defence’s concerns regarding inconsistencies in the witness’s testimony.
Court admits contested substance as evidence despite defence objectionsGambia· 2025-03-20
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh presided over the court proceedings and emphasized the importance of timely justice.
Court warns against ‘chronic’ prosecution in alleged drug dealers caseGambia· 2025-03-18
