10/11/2025
President Adama Barrow Begins Nationwide Tour
By Fatima Jarju
President Adama Barrow has commenced his nationwide tour with a series of site visits and community engagements in the North Bank Region.
The tour began with an inspection of the FABB Maternity Unit under construction at Essau District Hospital. The project is being implemented by the Fatoumatta Bah Barrow Foundation (FABB), a charitable initiative founded by the First Lady.
From Essau, the President proceeded to Juffureh Village, where he visited the local museum. He was warmly received by a large crowd of supporters, community elders, and local authorities who briefed him on the history and significance of the museum.
President Barrow’s next stop was at Kerr Demba Holleh Lower Basic School, where he visited the newly established computer lab. He also toured the Bangally NAWEC substation, a key infrastructure project aimed at improving electricity supply in the area.
Later, at a meeting held at the Maka Bala Manneh football field, the Chief of Lower Niumi, Sayfo George L. Sonko, appealed to the President to review the allocation of government funds meant for underprivileged women. He expressed concern that the funds were not reaching those most in need.
Sayfo Sonko further urged government ministers and officials to engage more directly with citizens in order to better understand and address their challenges.
Speaking on behalf of the youth, Nyaha Ndong expressed gratitude to President Barrow for expanding electricity access and reducing the price of electricity meters from D7,000 to D500. She appealed for improved road infrastructure in the community.
In response, President Barrow assured the people of Maka Bala Manneh and the wider North Bank Region of his government’s continued commitment to development and improved living conditions.
According to the Constitution of The Gambia, the President is required to embark on a nationwide tour to engage with citizens, listen to their concerns.
