DEVELOPMENT FIRST — BARROW CALLS FOR UNITY

September 21, 2026

President Adama Barrow used Saturday’s inauguration of the 4.5-kilometre Gunjur Beach Road to make a broader political appeal: put development ahead of political differences.

The new road connects Gunjur to its seaside, improving access for fishermen, farmers, traders and residents and making it easier to move goods to market.

But Barrow’s message went beyond the road. He publicly invited opposition leaders, including Ousainou Darboe and Essa Mbye Faal, to join him, arguing that the country needs peace, cooperation and greater focus on development.

With December 5 approaching, voters will decide between competing political visions.

Barrow’s message from Gunjur was simple: there is room for everyone willing to work for The Gambia.

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