Public Utilities Regulatory Authority director general Momodou B Jallow has died, sources close to his family have told The Fatu Network.
Jallow died on Tuesday in the United States. It was not immediately known what caused his passing.
PURA issued a statement confirming the top official’s death and said it was a ‘monumental’ loss.
The authority said: “The Board and Management of Public Utilities Regulatory Authority(PURA) of The Gambia regrets to inform the public that its Director General Momodou B. Jallow has passed away. This sad news occured today Tuesday 30th March, 2021 in the United States of America.
“His passing is a monumental loss to both the Authority and the country at large.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. The burial arrangements will be duly communicated.”
