Patrick Gomez
Patrick Gomez is a legal representative who challenged the claims made by Isatou Jawara regarding the viability of the Mbalit project during the local administration commission's inquiry, highlighting concerns over its financial feasibility.
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Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez quickly pointed out the breach, pressing the witnesses on whether this was deliberate negligence.
KMC KETP project officials grilled over missing payment records
Gambia· 2025-10-02
Lead counsel Patrick Gomez questioned Sonko during the commission.
KMC ex CEO disputes mayor Bensouda’s claims, says millions lost in projectsGambia· 2025-09-12
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez examined a cash loan granted to council staff member Nuru Dean.
Bensouda faces scrutiny over loans, assets & council dealsGambia· 2025-09-11
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez questioned the fairness of appointing someone already familiar with council operations.
Mayor Bensouda scrutinised over alleged appointments, nepotismGambia· 2025-09-09
Lead counsel Patrick Gomez presented a series of vouchers and memos bearing the mayor’s handwritten notes.
Mayor Bensouda denies approving payments as LGCI probes council financesGambia· 2025-09-04
Lead Counsel Gomez has demonstrated what it truly means to uphold the noble calling of the law.
Lead counsel Patrick Gomez and the vindication of UTG excellenceGambia· 2025-09-01
Patrick Gomez is the chief legal counsel who questioned Mayor Bensouda about financial oversight issues.
Le Conseil Municipal de Kanifing objet d'un contrôle financier, le maire Talib Ahmed Bensouda défend son rôle.Gambia· 2025-08-27
Bensouda faced lead counsel Patrick Gomez on issues ranging from financial oversight to procurement irregularities.
Mayor Bensouda defends role as KMC faces financial scrutinyGambia· 2025-08-26Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez challenged Danjo repeatedly on the failure to follow financial procedures.
Ex BsAC chairman admits financial mismanagementGambia· 2025-08-17
Patrick Gomez, the lead counsel, challenged the justification for the procurement process.
BAC multi-million dalasi truck procurement deal scrutinisedGambia· 2025-08-12
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez pressed Sonko on his apparent lack of awareness regarding the irregularities.
BAC alleged scandal: Ex CEO admits breaking fund rulesGambia· 2025-08-05
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez pressed Jonga on his overreach.
BAC ex-CEO admits diverting D11.8M Geology Funds to cover other council expenses without approvalGambia· 2025-08-01
Gomez told Sonko that he should not hide behind the issue of the councillors.
Former BAC chairman grilled over missing millions during his tenureGambia· 2025-07-30
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez challenged the credibility and seriousness of the meeting, calling it a 'family meeting.'
Former Kerewan chairman admits weak procurement controlsGambia· 2025-07-24
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez questioned whether such a financial relationship between a sitting chairman and a public contractor was appropriate.
Kuntaur chairman admits financial mismanagement, weak internal controlGambia· 2025-07-23
Counsel Patrick Gomez challenged Chairman Sanneh's defense regarding the procurement process.
MKAC chairman scrutinised over D1M COVID-19 funds transferGambia· 2025-07-23
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez strongly objected to Mayor Lowe's actions regarding the land allocation.
Mayor Lowe’s role in alleged D20M fraudulent land deal draws heavy scrutinyGambia· 2025-07-14
Patrick Gomez is the Lead Counsel questioning Nandu during the inquiry.
Rohey Malick Lowe implicated in alleged D20M fraudulent land dealGambia· 2025-07-11
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez presented several payment vouchers to Batchilly for identification.
Mayor Lowe, ex-CEO spar over responsibility in disbursing council’sGambia· 2025-07-09
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez asked, 'Is that not too much?'
LGCI unearths Mayor’s D60K fuel allocation, D1.9M travel expensesGambia· 2025-07-02
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez questioned Mayor Lowe about questionable vouchers raised in her name.
Mayor blames ex-CEO, finance director for BCC’s financial mismanagementGambia· 2025-06-27
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez reprimanded Batchilly for failing to uphold his responsibilities as CEO.
Former BCC CEO admits financial misconductGambia· 2025-05-14Under questioning by Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez, Touray confirmed that contractors were often handpicked, with the Mayor playing a major role in selecting companies.
Mayor, senior officials implicated in irregular awarding of contract at BCCGambia· 2025-04-29
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez warned the witness that the Commission was aware of the number of audit reports and cautioned him that he could not submit fewer than required.
Audit director criticised for overlooking past reports in BCC’s audit investigationGambia· 2025-03-25
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez questioned Ndow about substantial deposits in his Eco Bank account from 2019 to 2023.
BCC acting licence manager scrutinised over millions in personal bank depositsGambia· 2025-03-24
Lead counsel Patrick Gomez questioned Nyang about her financial practices.
BCC’s cashier faces scrutiny over missing fundsGambia· 2025-03-21
Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez questioned Mbenga about her responsibilities as Public Relations Officer.
Ex-BCC deputy PRO admits raising over D2M vouchers on behalf of MayoressGambia· 2025-03-20
Patrick Gomez grilled Touray about contract awards during the inquiry.
Witness testimonies expose dubious contracts, financial dealings at KACGambia· 2025-03-13
Patrick Gomez is the Lead Counsel questioning the individuals involved in the borehole drilling scandal.
Commission uncovers ‘massive’ contract fraud in borehole drilling scandalGambia· 2025-03-07
Lead counsel Patrick Gomez suggested that Touray's actions went beyond what was required.
Ex-CEO faces scrutiny over alleged mismanagement, unauthorised paymentsGambia· 2025-03-04
