11 March, 2025
GRA Inaugurates a New Board of Directors
In a historic development, the 4th Board of Directors of the GRA was inaugurated at its Head Office on the 11th of March 2025. The new board headed by Mr. Dawda Ndure brings decades of experience first as a former Customs Officer and a businessman. He replaces Lucy Fye Jagne who has served as Board Chair for the past six years. During her tenure, she oversaw the digital transformation of the Authority’s operations which by extension witnessed tremendous revenue performance.
In her farewell speech, Mrs. Fye expressed her deep appreciation for the opportunity of serving as Board Chair of the GRA and paid homage to her colleague Board members and by extension the GRA CG and Management for their support and cooperation over the years.
The CG on his part also used the opportunity to express his appreciation to the Board for their leadership and guidance. CG Darboe indicated his faith in the new Board for their diverse experiences which will strengthen the position of the GRA in the country’s development trajectory.
Mr. Dawda Ndure in his acceptance speech, expressed his humility and appreciation for the opportunity to serve as Board Chairperson in such a prestigious institution. The new Board has the mandate among things to monitor the implementation of the 5th GRA Strategic Plan which is expected to propel the Authority to new heights.
Other speakers included the Deputy Commissioner General Essa Jallow who also hailed the outgoing Board while expressing confidence in the new Board as well. In an emotional speech the outgoing Vice Chair Mr. Omaru Ceesay recounted the transformations spearheaded by the outgoing Board and encouraged the incoming Board to stick together as a team. On his part the new Vice Chairman Mr. Camara who also brings along vast experience as an accountant and auditor affirmed their support and cooperation with the Authority.
The new Board consists of the following
1. Dawda NdureChairperson
2. Alfusainey KS Camara Vice Chairperson
3. Dawooda Njie Member
4. Musa Batchilly Member
5. Yankuba DarboeCommissioner General
6. Permanent Secretary Ministry of Finance & Economic Affairs
7. Permanent Secretary Ministry of Trade
8. Abdurahman Bah Board Secretary