Gambian leader, Adama Barrow, has changed airport ceremonies that are usually held whenever he travels, either on arrival or departure, saying that it will no longer take place.
“Effective immediately, seeing off the President at the Banjul International Airport shall be limited only to the Minister of Defence, Minister of Interior, Chief of Defence Staff, Inspector General of Police, and Director General of the State Intelligence Service,” said on Friday.
The statement further said the Guard of Honour will now be required only during State Visits and Special Occasions, adding the adjustment is in line with ongoing reforms to optimize efficiency in the public service.
In another development, the statement revealed that President Barrow will attend the first-ever Russia-Africa Summit taking place in Sochi in the Russian Federation from the 23rd-24th October, 2019.