At least forty [40] Senegalese Gendarmerie who have completed their four years mission under ECOMIG peacekeeping contingent in the country will today [Monday] leave Banjul for Dakar.
Last Friday, The Gambian leader Adama Barrow bid farewell to the officers and awarded certificates of appreciation to them in a ceremony held at the Statehouse.
He heaped praises on the Senegalese contingent for their exemplary hard work, patriotism and professionalism.
“You have been awarded these certificates of appreciation to show that we truly and sincerely appreciate your contributions. It will be a reference long into the future to show you have done well here,” he told the officers.
For his part, Commander of the State Guard Col. Sait Njai commended the contingent for its discipline, hard work, and professionalism while expressing optimism that both sides will consolidate the gains of the relationship into the future.
The Commander of the Squadron Maj Abdoulie Camara visibly emotional, thanked the President for the support to the contingent, adding that as servicemen, they are obliged to represent their country and the gendarmerie with utmost dedication and discipline.
The personnel will depart for Senegal on Monday while their replacements are expected to arrive on Sunday.