His Excellency the President thanked her for her service and wished her all the best in her future endeavours.
In a related development, the President, acting under Section 71(4)(b) of the Constitution, relieved the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Ousman Bah, of his duties.
In the meantime, Professor Pierre Gomez, the Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Technology, will oversee the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education. Dr Ismaila Ceesay, the Minister of Information, will oversee the Ministry of Communication and Digital Economy until further notice.
In separate development, High Court Judge Zainab Jawara Alami has resigned. She was reported to have got an international appointment.
Source: State House
