Adama Barrow

Adama Barrow

Gambia GambiapoliticianMaleb. 19656.6Global Dominance: 0.00%

Adama Barrow is the current President of The Gambia, having taken office in January 2017. He was elected after a coalition of opposition parties united to defeat the long-standing rule of Yahya Jammeh. Barrow's presidency has focused on reforming the country's political and economic landscape, improving governance, and promoting national unity in a nation with a history of political strife. He has also been involved in regional efforts to strengthen cooperation among West African nations.

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President Adama Barrow assured Gambians of a stable electricity supply and criticized opposition leader Ousainu Darboe.

Man who hacked wife gets life in prison
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-06-23
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President Adama Barrow has assured Gambians that the country will enjoy a stable and uninterrupted electricity supply over the next two to three years.

Barrow promises uninterrupted electricity supply in next 3 years
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-06-23
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Ousainu Darboe
Ousainu Darboe

President Adama Barrow has assured Gambians that the country will enjoy a stable and uninterrupted electricity supply over the next two to three years.

UDP denies consensus of adopting candidate-led model in coalition talks
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-06-23
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President Adama Barrow presided over the 2nd Convocation Ceremony of The Gambia University of Applied Science, Engineering and Technology.

Barrow urges graduates to innovate for impact at USET’s 2nd Convocation
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-06-22
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Adama Barrow is the President of The Gambia who launched the NPP Manifesto and Nine-Point Plan for national development.

Barrow launches NPP Manifesto, 9-point agenda, vows faster development
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-06-22
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Adama Barrow is addressed as the President of Gambia, criticized for his leadership and handling of a tragic scandal.

An open letter to the Gambian Government and fellow Gambians
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-06-19
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President Barrow ordered an independent investigation into allegations against the former Chief of Defense Staff of the Gambia.

Le président Barrow ordonne une enquête indépendante sur les allégations visant l’ancien Chef d’Etat-Major des Forces Armées de la Gambie – selon le ministre de l’information
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-06-19
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President Adama Barrow is reminded of his constitutional obligation to ensure the rule of law prevails throughout the security sector.

EFSCRJ calls for independent investigation amid CDS Mamat Cham’s resignation
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-06-01
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Mamat Cham
Mamat Cham

Adama Barrow is the current President of The Gambia seeking a third term.

The Gambia at a crossroads: Opposition must unite or hand Barrow another term
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-06-01
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President Adama Barrow is reminded of his constitutional obligation to ensure the rule of law prevails throughout the security sector.

EFSCRJ calls for independent investigation amid CDS Mamat Cham’s resignation
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-06-01
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Mamat Cham
Mamat Cham

Darboe thanked President Barrow for his consistent support, calling him a 'Compliance Champion.'

GRA’s digital reforms drive record revenue as CG Darboe hails taxpayers
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-06-01
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Cg Darboe
Cg Darboe

Gambian President Adama Barrow held a private bilateral meeting with President Faye.

President Faye, Barrow hold closed-door talks in Banjul
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-06-01
7.0

Adama Barrow is the president of Gambia whose government has not yet issued a permit for Starlink to operate.

Arrivée de Starlink en Gambie : Au-delà des questions de sécurité nationale, des préoccupations liées à l’aspect économique
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-05-27
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President Adama Barrow has committed to addressing the infrastructure deficit in rural Gambia.

Le président Barrow promet de combler le déficit infrastructurel du monde rural en Gambie
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-05-27
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President Adama Barrow presided over the ceremony, which was attended by government officials, taxpayers, development partners, and GRA board and management.

GRA honours over 30 most tax compliant companies
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-05-27
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Yankuba Darboe
Yankuba Darboe

He said President Adama Barrow’s participation in the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation further strengthened bilateral relations.

NAM moves motion to reaffirm Gambia’s One China policy
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-03-06
8.0

Adama Barrow is the President of Gambia, under whose initiative the Peace Tournament is held.

Basse: Inaugural Governor Samba Bah Volleyball Peace Tournament launched
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-03-04
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President Barrow redirected his support toward completing the new mosque.

Barrow visits Gunjur, tours Coastal Settlement new mosque
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-03-04
9.0

President Barrow is accused of misconduct related to the 2024 draft constitution.

Presidential aspirant petitions Barrow, Darboe, asks IEC to act
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-03-02
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President Adama Barrow made a public statement regarding Atlantic Pharmaceuticals being named in an MCA report.

Doctor Bittaye confirms AKI outbreak linked to paracetamol syrup
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-02-26
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Bittaye
Bittaye
Vivian
Vivian
L Farage
L Farage

President Adama Barrow inaugurated a newly rebuilt market, fully funded by the Gambian government.

Breeding ground for disease: Brikama market’s silence catastrophe
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-02-25
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This aligns with the YIRIWA National Development Plan and President Adama Barrow's human capital development agenda.

Modern nations compete through ideas, innovation - Prof. Gomez
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-02-25
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Professor Gomez
Professor Gomez

His Excellency Adama Barrow is commended for his emphasis on punctuality, productivity, professionalism, and efficiency in public service delivery.

Prof. Gomez receives All-Africa Students’ Union awards
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-02-24
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Gomez
Gomez

Fye extended special appreciation to President Adama Barrow for his continued support of the initiative since assuming office.

Pipeline Mosque Foundation donates over 400,000 Ramadan aid to Mile II Prison
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-02-24
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His Excellency President Adama Barrow is recognized for launching the NPP Women’s Enterprise Fund.

NPP refutes claims of negotiations or job offers to KMC Mayor
The Point (Gambia)·GambiaGambia· 2026-02-23
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Talib Ahmed Bensouda
Talib Ahmed Bensouda

Adama Barrow is the President of Gambia who welcomed Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during his visit.

Turkey's Africa strategy conflicts with US foreign policy critics claim
Fox News·United StatesUnited States· 2026-02-22
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