He was warmly received by the Charge d’ Affaires ad interim, Mr. Mustapha Sosseh, who escorted him to the Book of Condolence following the exchange of pleasantries between the duo.
In his tribute in the Book of Condolence, he said, “On behalf of the entire staff of the Permanent Mission of The Gambia to the United Nations in New York, and our families and extend to the Government and people of The Gambia particularly the bereaved family and staff of The Gambia Embassy in Washington, D.C. our heartfelt sympathy and condolences on the sad demise of Ambassador Dawda Docka Fadera.
“Ambassador Fadera served his country and people very well and posterity would favourably remember his service and contributions to national development. He was a good muslim and a good brother and colleague that we would continue to remember in our prayers. May the Almighty Allah grant him Jannatul Firdaus”.
Following the signing of the Book of Condolence, Ambassador Yabou visited the late Ambassador’s residence where he consoled the bereaved family before embarking on the 3 hour journey to New York. He was accompanied by his spouse, Madam Kaddy Yabou.
The Gambia Supreme Islamic Council in collaboration with the Office of Imam Ratib of Banjul wishes to inform the general public that Thursday the 20th of August 2020, was the 1st day of Muharam, the 1st month of Muslim calendar 1442H.
Bankole Yao Jojo Ahadzie, commonly known as Banky , an aspirant for the upcoming presidential elections, says two term presidency is too much for African politics. He added that people tend to stay longer if they have two terms to serve.
The Point Newspaper, one of the country’s most popular and widely read newspapers today celebrates its 30 years of existence, while remembering the Co-proprietor and Managing Editor Deyda Hydara, who was assassinated in cold blood on the orders of former President Yahya Jammeh.
