The President was speaking Saturday during the 16th African Union Extraordinary Summit on Terrorism and Unconstitutional Change of Government in Africa, in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea.
President Barrow said his government fully supports ECOWAS’s position against coups and violent means of assuming power. He called for the quick return to constitutional order in all affected countries.
Additionally, he advocated for the need to strengthen democracy, peace, security, and development to counter the undesirable conditions leading to an unconstitutional change in governments. He called on his fellow African leaders to renew their commitment to addressing development challenges and socio-economic inequality on the continent.
Sharing The Gambia’s experience, President Barrow said his government’s policy of enlarged democratic inclusion has enabled diverse participation in the country’s development and reconciliation process.
Ebrima Sillah, the minister of Transport, Works and Infrastructure has said that his Ministry is ready to work hand in hand with Rohey Malick Lowe, the Mayoress of Banjul for the full implementation of the Banjul rehabilitation project, which includes roads, sewage and the drainage system of the capital.
Members of The Gambia Transport Food, Agriculture and Industrial Workers Union, the biggest Transport Union in The Gambia, on Saturday 9 May 2020 overwhelmingly endorsed a resolution to dissolve its executive committee under the leadership of Mustapha Jobe, alleging that the committee has failed in all aspects and dormant in all major national issues affecting its members.
Fafa Sanyang, the minister of Petroleum and Energy has told the lawmakers that the mining operations of heavy mineral sand concentrate by GACH Company effected royalty payment of US$1,483,816.59 (One million, four hundred and eight-three thousand, eight hundred and sixteen US dollars fifty-nine cents).
The defence on Tuesday cross-examined Assistant Police Superintendent Jally M.I. Senghore, who testified as state witness in the ongoing trial involving the State and alleged coup plotters.
