By Buba Gagigo
The Gambia Transport Union has congratulated Adama Barrow for securing a second mandate to steer the affairs of the country, until 2026.
“The General Transport Union wishes to congratulate President-Elect, His Excellency Mr Adama Barrow for securing a second mandate to steer the affairs of the country. Over the years, the transport sector enjoys a fruitful partnership with your government in many spheres of development and advancement in the socioeconomic environment particularly in the area of movement of people, goods and services.
“We are looking forward to more collaboration and partnership with the government in making the transport sub sector vibrant, efficient, productive, and reliable. The National President Executive and entire membership of the Union wishes you all the best in your new tenure of office. We pray for Allah’s continuous guidance and protection for you and [the] entire nation,” the Union posted the congratulatory message on its Facebook page on Thursday.
Barrow secured 53% of total votes cast in the December 4 presidential election; leading the United Democratic Party candidate, Ousainu Darobe, his main opponent and former Vice President with four others.