State House, Banjul, 7th January 2025: President Barrow has made it a norm to engage with the Gambian community whenever he travels abroad. On Monday, the Gambian community residing in Ghana met with the President to discuss issues of concern and strengthen relations with the diaspora.
During the meeting, the community praised the Barrow administration for its development projects while also sharing the challenges they face, such as issues related to rent, tuition fees, and the banking system.
President Barrow expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome he received at the airport and for the time the community dedicated to meet with him. He emphasised the importance of upholding democratic values and encouraged them to abide by the laws of the country they are residing in. The President pledged to provide support in areas that require immediate intervention to assist Gambians in the diaspora.
Notable members of the Gambian delegation in Ghana included Student Union representative Muhammed Lamin Ceesay, Modou Jagne, National Association of Gambian Diaspora representative Buba Dukureh, and Babucarr Njie from the Regional Maritime University, among others.
