Sunday, October 6, 2024

UK Government congratulates Gambia on presidential elections

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The Foreign Secretary congratulates President Elect Barrow on victory in Gambian presidential elections.

 

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Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson said:

I congratulate Adama Barrow on his victory in the Gambian presidential election on 1 December and President Yahya Jammeh for his statesmanship in respecting the will of the Gambian people and conceding defeat.

 

I also want to praise the Gambian people for conducting the election in a calm and peaceful manner.  This presents a new dawn for The Gambia and is a momentous day for democracy in Africa. It is essential that all parties work together and ensure an orderly and peaceful transition.

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Britain has an enduring relationship with The Gambia and we stand ready to assist the work of the new President and his government.

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