Ousman
Gajigo, a resident of Brusubi phase one has conducted ‘giving back to the
community service’ by installing a
solar power supply system and tree- planting decoration of flowers along the
streets of Brusubi.
Mr
Gajigo said the exercise is geared towards supporting his neighbourhood to
provide a friendly environment.
He
said he started the project by planting flowers at his home front compound gate
and later deemed it fitting to extend it to the neighbourhood.
Mr.
Gajigo said one of the objectives of the initiative is to keep the streets
green and provide lightening along the streets with solar systems, which he
said, is cost effective.
“I
did this to support my neighbourhood to keep the environment safe and secure
and to avoid people from leaving in darkness,” he said.
According
to Mr. Gajigo, providing voluntary social services is his passion, saying it is
important to give back to the community.
He
said he is always into tourism and gardening at his farm, which led him to
replicate similar initiatives in his community.
“My
entire farm is installed with solar power supply which is more economical and
environmentally friendly. My own farm is about climate resilient agriculture.”
He
said the project is highly important, saying trees are agents of environmental
protection and the installation of solar power systems too.
He
said Brikama Area Council; the local government authority in the area who is
responsible for the environment cannot do it all, saying everyone must
contribute their quarters towards development.
Mr.
Gajigo is from Badibou and spends most of his time in the United States from
where he worked in international agencies, including UN and World Bank.
Currently
working with the African Development Bank, Mr Gajigo came to The Gambia to
contribute to humanity when he took a break from work. He has farms in Basori
and in URR.
Ebrima
Kejira, one of Mr Gagigo’s neighbours commended him for his efforts in
complimenting the Area Council efforts in national development.
He
said the entire neighbourhood has appreciated his effort, particularly the
installation of solar panels and the decoration of the streets with flowers.
He
praised Mr. Gajigo for what he called his ‘brilliant’ ideas, saying Gambians
should emulate him to create a better environment. “We acknowledge his effort
and encourage him to do more for the people of this country, the Almighty Allah
will reward him.”
