Pap Cheyassin Secka
Gambian lawyer and 8th Attorney General
Born
1942
83 years ago
Died
March 29th, 2012
13 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Gambia
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Served as the Attorney General of The Gambia, focusing on legal reforms and governance. Played a key role in the establishment of legal frameworks during a period of significant political transition. Contributed to various legal initiatives aimed at improving the judicial system.
Served as the 8th Attorney General of The Gambia
Implemented legal reforms in the Gambian judicial system
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