The Childhood Friend of Sanna Manjang Speaks (Identity Concealed)

For the first time, someone who grew up with Sanna Manjang speaks — anonymously.

In this special Bitilo investigative edition, we sit down with a childhood friend of Lt. Col. Sanna Manjang, one of the most feared members of the Junglers, to explore who he was before the violence, before the fear, and before the nation came to know his name.

The interview reflects on childhood memories, early warning signs, personal shock, and the emotional burden of watching a friend become a symbol of terror in Gambian history.

For security reasons, the guest’s identity is fully protected.

🎙️ Hosted by Nfally Fadera
📺 Bitilo — In-depth. Unafraid. Unfiltered.
⏰ Airing: Saturday | 6:00 PM (Gambia Local Time)


00:00 – Introduction
The childhood friend of Sanna Manjang speaks — identity concealed.
04:45 – Growing Up Together
Who Sanna was as a child and the environment they shared.
11:35 – Early Personality & Warning Signs
Temperament, behavior, and moments that stand out in hindsight.
20:49 – Joining the Military
First reactions when Sanna entered the army.
24:30 – When the Stories Began
Hearing his name linked to fear and violence.
28:18 – Shock, Denial & Confronting Sanna
How it felt realizing a childhood friend became a Jungler.
33:30 – On allegations Sanna Carries Pixaxes & Shovels
Memory, guilt, and emotional conflict.
35:30 – How it felt hearing TRRC Revelations
Memory, guilt, and emotional conflict.
46:06 – What Changed Him?
Power, politics, fear, and environment.
50:45 – Sanna's Arrest, Justice & Accountability
Thoughts on arrest, trial, and national healing.
58:30 – A Message to Gambians
Lessons from Sanna Manjang’s story.
59:0 – Final Reflections
Why the friend agreed to speak — and what he hopes people understand.

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