The National People’s Party (NPP) has congratulated the party leader and Secretary General President Adama Barrow for being awarded the prestigious 2024 Africa for Peace Promotion Awardby the African Conference for Promoting Peace and the Dubai Peace Forum.
In a statement, signed by NPP’s Deputy Spokesman Mr. Seedy S.K Njie, NPP described the “remarkable achievement” as a testament to the Gambian leader’s unwavering commitment to fostering peace, stability, unity, and reconciliation in The Gambia and globally.
“His leadership quality embodied a divine nature of resilient, tolerant, peacefulness, reconciliatory and democratic values that breeds peace which is a catalyst for sustained growth, coexistence and harmony. This global recognition as Africa’s Most Peaceful Man and President 2024 is indeed a pride not only for us as a party but a gigantic national and continental achievement. His Excellency’s leadership has been a source of inspiration and a beacon of hope for young emerging African leaders,” the statement read.
The NPP noted that President Barrow’s dedication to the fundamental principles of peace, tolerance, and inclusivity has been an inspirational virtue for leaders across the continent of Africa.
“This recognition is a well-deserved vote of confidence on President Barrow’s quest for a more just, peaceful, and prosperous world, and this resonates well with his vision for Africans’ liberties, freedom, and rights to be respected, protected, ensured, and assured for a sustained democracy, rule of law and development for the benefits of this generation and generations yet unborn,” the NPP said on Wednesday.
“President Barrow’s thoughts and beliefs that “the West developed and continues developing is because of a sustained peace and democracy” indeed, is vindicated by this recognition. This has been further manifested by his consistent demonstration of exceptional qualities as a man of peace, tolerance, and democratic values. His unique character and aptitude for conflict resolution through dialogue, diplomacy, mutual respect, and understanding have had a positive impact on the socio-political landscape of our nation and beyond,” the statement added.
The NPP said President Barrow’s continued commitment to upholding the fundamental principles of democracy, rule of law, peace, and fundamental rights to building strong institutions has strengthened the foundations of Gambia’s democratic institutions, earning him admiration not only within The Gambia but also on the global stage.
The ruling party said this accolade has not only recognized his accomplishments but also serves as a source of pride for NPP supporters as their political party leader and to all Gambians as President and Head of State.
“His leadership has elevated The Gambia’s standing on the global stage and instilled confidence in our collective pursuit of a peaceful and prosperous World. Once again, congratulations to His Excellency, President Barrow, on this well-deserved honour. May his dedication to a continued peaceful and developed Gambia inspire us all for a better Africa and World towards greater stability and prosperity in all Nations,” concluded the statement.