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Subject: [>-<] RE: Urgent Solidarity Action Need: Scattred Janneh Arrested
Date: Thu, 9 Jun 2011 22:23:17 +0000
Suntou
Ever the rascal, I'm not surprised you asked me such a pointed question on this clearly developing saga of Dr Amadou Scattred Janneh.
You are probably wondering why the lack of traction on the Post, and L, over what, under other circumstances, is likely to generate a lot of interest. You are right that Dr Janneh and myself both hailed from Gunjur. Indeed we commenced high school at Saint Augustine's the same year. Our paths also crossed at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, between 1993 and 1995, Dr Janneh as Adjunct Lecturer in the political science department, and myself as a JD student at the college of law. At the entrance of the student cafeteria one day, Dr Janneh and I had a poignant conversation on how to react to the new political masters of The Gambia. On public questions, I have a pretty good understanding of Dr Janneh and his world view.
As of now, I contend myself with watching the situation and attempting to understand where this matter is going. Is it a political matter, or is it an economic transaction? There are rumours Dr Janneh's plight is rooted in his membership of the newly formed, if secretive, Coalition for Change in The Gambia. If indeed this is accurate, some sympathy is in order. However, considering Dr Janneh's current interests in their totality, the CCG angle appears not to be particularly persuasive. I have no hesitation in contending that if his difficulties are rooted in membership of that organisation, the Professor would have no choice but to release him, and in the process further diminish the standing of his government with the democratic and human rights community, local, and international.
Although there is some possibility of illegal conduct by the government in the mere act of arresting Dr Janneh, the threshold of irrefutable illegality is 72 hours of detention after arrest without charge. In this particular case, I would wait for the expiry of 72 hours
We must also remember that calling for unconditional release of a detainee is, arguably, justified only when the alleged offence is rooted in political considerations, and when the arrested person has no antecedents that suggest human rights issues are trivial and must therefore play second fiddle to what such apologists refer to as "development". If we routinely demand the unconditional release of every arrested person, we run the risk of placing the likes of former IGP Jesus BADJIE, the killers of the April 10-11 victims, and others who clearly flourish in illegal climates, in the same category as Deyda Hydara, the GPU-6, and those like our friend Bailo who left a good life in The Gambia for the uncertainty of exile. We must not devalue the sacrifices of those whose lives were blighted by standing up for a Gambia anchored in laws, institutions, and democratic accountability.
Below I leave you with two Dr Janneh writeups dating to his L days, one of which was a permanent goodbye to that community and the struggle for decency it embodies.
LJDarbo
On Tue, 30 Jul 2002 15:59:37 -0400 "Dr. Amadou S. Janneh"
wrote:
> Folks,
>
> I need to inform you that I have decided to
> join the APRC -- a party I had
> been very critical of, if not hostile towards.
> It is now my conviction that
> the party is dedicated to improving the lives
> of Gambians and that I can
> contribute something towards achieving its
> goals.
>
> The main catalyst for my decision has been the
> tone set by President Jammeh in
> his inaugural speech following the 2001
> Presidential elections. I believe
> elements outlined in his address created
> opportunities for a political and
> social climate that is conducive to stability,
> tolerance, and reconciliation.
> Reaching out to political foes and extending
> amnesty to exiles, as President
> Jammeh did, were acts of political magnanimity
> and maturity that I found
> attractive.
>
> Also taken into consideration is the regime's
> delivery of public goods. Of
> particular significance to me in this context
> are the development of the Kombo
> Coastal road network and the establishment of
> the University of the Gambia.
>
> No system or organization is perfect, but
> hopefully we can work towards that
> objective through the collective will.
>
> Amadou SJ
>
> "Whatever you vividly imagine, ardently desire,
> sincerely believe, and enthusiastically act
> upon...must inevitably come to pass" (J.
> Meyers).
>
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> From: Ahmad Scattred <[log in to unmask]>
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> Subject: Hiring & Firing: What's new?
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> Gambia-l:
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> All it takes to get fired in The Gambia is to receive
> any kind of
> commendation from folks who are critical of the APRC.
> It's part of Jammeh's
> game--musical chairs, the political version.
>
>
> In case you decide to work for the APRC with the noble
> objective of changing
> things for the better, here are things that may get
> you fired:
>
>
> 1. Adherence to the Rule of Law
> 2. Commendation from Critics of the Regime
> 3. Name Recognition or Perceived Popularity
> 4. Uttering Unfavorable Statements (to Yahya)
> 5. Demonstrating Independence
> 6. Reluctance / Refusal to become a Praise Singer
> 7. Appearing in Yahya's dreams/nightmares
> 8. Good luck
> 9. Cutting Strings Loose(Puppet)
> 10. Flip of a dalasi coin by Yahya
>
>
> Why are we surprised by the firings?
>
>
> Amadou Scattred Janneh
--- On Thu, 9/6/11, suntou touray <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
From: suntou touray <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Re: [>-<] RE: Urgent Solidarity Action Need: Scattred Janneh Arrested
To: [log in to unmask], "The Gambia and related-issues mailing list" <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Thursday, 9 June, 2011, 11:44
It is crude to see Gambians been arrested on unclear grounds. Mr Janneh is a private businessman, the state should follow the proper procols of granting bail to individuals, allowing them access to a lawyer and explaining the reasons for the arrests. However, we all know Yahya Jammeh, his intention as always is to cast fear in the hearts of private Gambians, thereby he can continue his divide and rule, wastage and monstrous governance.
Regretably, brother Janneh made a mistake by working for him in the past. Yahya never give a post to any Gambian with the aim of moving the Gambia ahead. An intelligent brother like Amadou now appreciates that. We hope his rights are respected and he is free to go about his business.
I am wondering, what is the take of our prominent Gunjure legal expert LJD on the subject of the arrest of Amadou Janneh and Chief Ajey Janneh.
With the rumour meal going around that, Ajey is been undermine to take the Cheiftiancy away from him, paving the way for another political coup in conquering Gunjure for the forrth coming elections, LJD's analysis will be relevant to many observers. The NIA should grow up now and realise that, assisting a despot for the sake of national security is no exemption from being an accomplish to human rights violations. They have over 17 years been the key ingredient in inflicting harm on Gambians, both physically and mentally.
They sold their souls to Yahya by committing crimes on his behalf, this means he is better than many of them.
Suntou
On Thu, Jun 9, 2011 at 6:08 AM, Jariatou G <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
Guys, pls discard the previous posting cos of some mis-spells, I haven't prove read it.
Fellows,
May I join all Gambians home and abroad in calling for the urgent and unconditional release of both Chif Ajey Janneh and Dr Amadou Scattred Janneh. But I must as well ask the respectable sundries of Gunjur, which one will they celebrate, a huge sum to build a mosque or the freedom of their citizens? If Yahya Jammeh loves you as he falsely pretend he did why would he arrest and detained two prominent people from your community in such a short space?
Please remember the mosque/mosques the monster is building in your community is going to be used by the same people he is terrorising. Now, how can you worship in an edifice of trepidation and anxiety? Worship is meant to be performed in a total and complete tranquilly and not otherwise. I bet you rather have your old mosque and worship in peace than be in the unfortunate situation you are in today.
Free All Political detainees and prisoners, NOW.
Down fall with dictatorship wherever it surfaces.
Jariatou G
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Subject: Re: [>-<] RE: Urgent Solidarity Action Need: Scattred Janneh Arrested
Fellow,
May I join all Gambians home and abroad in calling for the urgent and unconditional realise of both Chief Ajey Janneh and Dr Amadou Scattred Janneh. But I must as well ask the respectable sundries of Gunjur, which one will they celebrate, a huge sum to build a mosque or the freedom of their citizens? If Yahya Jammeh loves you as he falsely pretend he did why would he arrest and detained two prominent people from your community in such a short space?
Please remember the mosque/mosques the monster is building in your community is going to be used by the same people he is terrorising. Now, how can you worship in an edifice of trepidation and anxiety? Worship is meant to be performed in a total and complete tranquilly and not otherwise. I bet you rather have your old mosque and worship in peace than be in the unfortunate satiation you are in today.
Free All Political detainees and prisoners now.
Jariatou G
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To: a Gambia-L <[log in to unmask]>; MightyPost <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wed, 8 June, 2011 18:21:34
Subject: [>-<] RE: Urgent Solidarity Action Need: Scattred Janneh Arrested
Folks,
It is beyond clarity that we are dealing with a paranoid regime. I join the many of you to condemn in the strongest terms the Arrest of Dr. Amadou S. Janneh and ask for his unconditional release. For now, not a lot of details are forthcoming about his arrest. The fact remains hardly any changes with this notorious regime of Yaya Jammeh. The tyrannical administration does not have any respect for its citizens. We are honestly tired of this way (combined fetishes, complexity, arbitrary arrest, killing and maiming) and I pray that Almighty God intervene quickly to save all of us and our families from the shackles of the monster and his accomplices. When you sit to think, the answer is not far-fetched that many people has been victimized by this regime, ranging from the most ordinary to any other class of humanity. The question is not whether all these people are wrong, but rather whether the administration is right.
Thanks for sharing Sankanu!
Free Amadou S. Janneh now!
Yero.
There is no god but Allah (SWT) and Muhammad (SAW) is His messenger. Fear and Worship only Allah alone!
> Date: Wed, 8 Jun 2011 14:28:02 +0200
> From: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Urgent Solidarity Action Need: Scattred Janneh Arrested
> To: [log in to unmask]
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> Dear Gambia-Lers,
>
> As you can read from the Authoritative Maafanta.com, Dr. Ahmed Scattred Janneh of Gunjur is arrested and his location is unknown.
>
> Now this is time for action. I call on the Human Rights Activist among the Listserve to activate their networks in and out of the Gambia to get the man released before he is tortured to death.
>
> Dear Brothers and Sisters of the Responsible Online and Offline Gambian Media Outlets, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, The Gambia Coalition For Human Rights, UK (GCHR UK), Human Rights For All (HUMRA), Save The Gambia Democracy Project (STGDP), the Political Parties,Gambian Movement for Democracy and Development (GMDD), Global Democracy Project and all other civil society organizations, I cannot list here for time and space reasons, it is TIME FOR SOLIDARITY ACTION to get the man released/freed.
>
> Whatever happens to Dr. Ahmend Scratted Janneh can happen to you, me, your or loved one who finds him or self within jurisdiction of The Gambia.
>
> Please act. Pass on the message to any human and political rights activist in your respective network.
>
>
> http://www.maafanta.com/
>
> Prince Bubacarr Sankanu
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