Ida Njie
Ida Njie is a former officer of the Banjul City Council (BCC) who has gained attention for her whistleblowing regarding fraudulent procurement practices within the council. During her testimony, she revealed that BCC attempted to procure trash bins using specifications copied from another council, raising concerns about the lack of customization for Banjul's needs. Njie highlighted her professional conflicts with CEO Mustapha Batchilly and Mayor Rohey Malick Lowe, particularly regarding irregularities in procurement processes, including a contract that she claimed favored a specific supplier. Despite facing retaliation, including suspension and salary freezes for her disclosures, Njie remained committed to exposing the alleged corruption.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gambia | 2 | 7.00 | 0.76% | +10% | 2,416,668 | 20,215 | $1,800 | 15$ |
| Totals | 2 | 2,416,668 | 20,215 | $1,800 | 15$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Gambia:
Ida Njie revealed a fraudulent scheme involving the Banjul City Council's procurement processes.
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Gambia:
Ida Njie testified about irregular procurement practices at BCC and her subsequent sidelining.
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