Seeking to reassure citizens during the visit, President Barrow acknowledged the hardships caused by the ongoing power shortages.
"I feel the pain of every Gambian affected by this crisis. I am speaking from my heart," the President said.
He disclosed that new generators are expected to arrive this week and expressed confidence that they would significantly improve electricity generation across the country.
"Once the new generators arrive, they will work 24/7 to restore electricity and address the ongoing shortage. We are committed to ending this crisis. Gambians deserve reliable electricity, and we will deliver by the end of October," Barrow assured.
The President's intervention comes amid mounting public dissatisfaction over the prolonged electricity disruptions, which have affected households, businesses, healthcare facilities and other essential services.
Following the unrest, Information Minister Dr Ismaila Ceesay issued a public apology on behalf of the Government, acknowledging the difficulties experienced by citizens.
"Last night's events were deeply disconcerting. On behalf of Government, I sincerely apologise to all those who have been affected and inconvenienced. We hear you. We understand your frustration, and we do not take your concerns lightly," he said.
Dr Ceesay underscored the importance of electricity to national development and daily life. “Electricity is not a luxury. It is essential to our homes, our businesses, our hospitals, our schools and our economy," he said.
He assured citizens that Government is treating the crisis with the urgency it deserves and called for calm and national solidarity as efforts continue to restore normal supply.
"At this difficult moment, we must stand together as one nation. Let us therefore protect our communities, our businesses and our national assets while demanding solutions through peaceful and constructive engagement," he stated.
The scale of the demonstrations, which reportedly spread across more than a dozen neighbourhoods, reflected the depth of public frustration and the increasing pressure on authorities to provide urgent and lasting solutions to the energy crisis.
In Farato, protesters gathered outside the residence of Vice President Mohammed B.S. Jallow, while banners at the National People's Party (NPP) bureau were destroyed and the office vandalised, highlighting growing public anger over the handling of the electricity situation.
With new generating equipment expected in the coming days and Government pledging decisive action, attention will now turn to whether the promised improvements can be delivered within the timeframe outlined by the President.
