British activist, lawyer 'mysteriously' found dead in Gambia

The missing person case of Shakina Chinedu has taken a grim and mysterious twist.

The Kunkujang Police Station, which had received the initial report of Chinedu’s disappearance on February 15, 2024, announced yesterday the discovery of his lifeless body in an incomplete compound.

Authorities stumbled upon the deceased on February 16, 2024, adding an air of perplexity to the investigation. The circumstances surrounding Chinedu’s demise remain shrouded in mystery, leaving both law enforcement and the community in search of answers.

The unfinished compound, where the body was found, has become a focal point for investigators attempting to unravel the events leading to Chinedu’s tragic end. The police are tight-lipped about specific details but have emphasized the peculiar nature of the discovery.

As the investigation into this disturbing incident continues, authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information that may aid in shedding light on the mysterious circumstances surrounding Shakina Chinedu’s death. The community’s cooperation is deemed crucial in piecing together the timeline of events leading up to the tragic discovery.

Police leading the investigation, made a public appeal, stating, “We are committed to uncovering the truth behind this unfortunate incident. Any information, no matter how seemingly insignificant, could be crucial in solving this case. We urge the public to come forward and assist us in bringing justice to Shakina Chinedu and his grieving family.”

The local community is left in shock and mourning as they await further developments in this perplexing case. The tragic fate of Shakina Chinedu raises questions that demand answers, and the police are determined to unravel the mystery surrounding his untimely death.

About Shakina Chinese

Shakina Chinedu moved from the UK to set up home in The Gambia in 2016.

Shakina is a lawyer/consultant and runs her own consultancy Nubian L Consultants since 1999 offering legal advice, building consultancy and business advice.

Shakina has worked with the UK government, police and Higher education ensuring that law and policy was fully encompassed into organisations to ensure that Afrikan and Caribbean residents in the UK had full access to services that they needed.

Since moving to The Gambia Shakina has campaigned for Fast Tracked citizenship through the Afrikan Diaspora Returnee Association she led.

Moving to Afrika Shakina’s goal is to see Afrika become more self sufficient with assistance from the many diaspora relocating back to Afrika and utilising that love and commitment to help rebuild Afrika.