President Adama Barrow, has expressed condolence to the family of the late Mrs. Harriet Margaret Ndow, proprietress of Ndow’s Comprehensive schools who passed away this week. Mrs. Ndow’s death has left the nation heartbroken.
She was a distinguished educationist who greatly contributed to the advancement of education in The Gambia. Her passion for sharing knowledge and inspiring the younger generation resulted in the creation of many great minds who are currently serving the nation across different sectors of development.
While the country comes to term with her regrettable passing, one thing that is certain is that she left her marks as a legend on education in this country. This is something that shall be forever cherished.
President Adama Barrow, on behalf of the government of The Gambia, extends condolences to her family and the entire Gambian populace.
His Excellency, President Adama Barrow has learned with shock the effects of the heavy windstorm that occurred on Tuesday, 18th June 2019, around 11pm. A detailed assessment of the affected households by the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) volunteers is currently ongoing across the region.
The storm lasted for about an hour. As a result, many communities in both regions suffered damages. In URR, three have been confirmed dead. Total persons affected in the URR is estimated to be more than 3, 600. About 500 households are also affected whilst electricity infrastructure is equally down.
In CRR, 1500 people and 300 compounds have been affected.
His Excellency, Adama Barrow, hereby express condolence to the family of the victims and pray for a quick recovery and safety of affected families.