Adama Barrow
GambiapoliticianMaleb. 19658.2Global 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 is set to embark on the 2026 edition of the annual Meet the People’s Tour beginning October 1.
Barrow to embark on 19-day nationwide Meet the People Tour from October 1Gambia· 2026-09-25
He cited President Adama Barrow's 2018 visit to Turkiye as a milestone that elevated the relationship into a multifaceted partnership.
Ambassador Conteh markets Gambia as production hub, tourism investment destinationGambia· 2026-09-24
A.N.M. Ousainou Darboe held the Vice Presidency under President Adama Barrow during the Second Republic from June 2018 to March 2019.
UDP, GFA seal alliance ahead of Dec 5 Presidential ElectionGambia· 2026-09-23
Adama Barrow was brought to power by the successful coalition model in 2016.
Grand Coalition 2026 vows to return Gambia to citizensGambia· 2026-09-23
President Adama Barrow inspected two major ongoing infrastructure projects and expressed satisfaction with progress and quality of work.
Barrow inspects Kotu Bridge, Sukuta-Jabang Overpass, says 90% completeGambia· 2026-09-23President Adama Barrow inaugurated the newly completed 4.5-kilometre Gunjur Seaside Road, aimed at improving connectivity and boosting tourism.
Barrow inaugurates 4.5km Gunjur Seaside Road, calls for political unityGambia· 2026-09-22
President Adama Barrow publicly invited Essa Faal to join his camp during the inauguration of the Gunjur Seaside Road.
Essa Faal set to join Barrow camp in major political shiftGambia· 2026-09-22
Adama Barrow is the President of The Gambia and is mentioned in relation to the political alliance with the APRC.
No to Alliance launches political agenda, calls for reconciliationGambia· 2026-09-21
President Adama Barrow is being criticized by Talib Ahmed Bensouda for overstaying his term.
Bensouda challenges Barrow to respect two-term presidencyGambia· 2026-09-18
President Adama Barrow expressed gratitude for China's tremendous support to The Gambia’s development aspirations.
Ambassador Liu Jin bids farewell, leaves behind China's remarkable support to GambiaGambia· 2026-09-18
President Adama Barrow received General Birame Diop and commended him for his support to the ECOWAS community.
Barrow urges new ECOWAS President to maintain democracy, regional integrationGambia· 2026-09-17
President Barrow has promised to attend The Gambia and Somalia 2027 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations qualifier opening match.
Barrow promises to attend Gambia, Somalia AFCON qualifier openerGambia· 2026-09-17
Vice President Mohammed B.S. Jallow delivered the keynote address on behalf of President Adama Barrow.
ERCA confab calls for fairer, more competitive ECOWAS marketGambia· 2026-09-16The UDP-led alliance seeks to challenge President Adama Barrow in the election.
UDP leader thanks supports at URR grand-rallyGambia· 2026-09-15
President Adama Barrow has defended his administration’s record on infrastructure development, particularly in the electricity sector.
Barrow defends power sector record, says governance ‘not easy’Gambia· 2026-09-15President Adama Barrow is urged by Ousainu Darboe to listen to the demands being raised by the detained youths.
Darboe appeals to Barrow for release of detained youthsGambia· 2026-09-15President Adama Barrow constituted the task force to urgently look into the current energy situation in the country.
VP Jallow leads task force delegation on inspection of NAWEC power facilitiesGambia· 2026-09-14
Dr Touray said her decision to challenge President Adama Barrow in the December 2026 presidential election was driven by her belief that the promises made during the 2016 political transition had not been fulfilled.
Dr Touray admits she shares responsibility for Barrow government’s ‘failures’Gambia· 2026-09-11
Hon. Kandeh urged President Adama Barrow to take decisive action against the National Water and Electricity Company in addressing the ongoing electricity challenges facing The Gambia.
Hon. Kandeh apologises over electricity protest remarksGambia· 2026-09-11
President Adama Barrow praised PaviFort the Gambia for their quality work on the Urban Roads Project.
PaviFort Excels In The Gambia | News
Liberia· 2026-09-11
Kandeh urged President Adama Barrow to take decisive action regarding the protest.
Mama Kandeh labels electricity protest as ‘planned sabotage’Gambia· 2026-09-10President Adama Barrow is urged to investigate the electricity crisis beyond NAWEC management.
MP demands President go beyond NAWEC bosses to uncover power crisisGambia· 2026-09-10
President Adama Barrow accepts responsibility for service delivery and will address the nation on the issue.
‘We apologise’: Info Minister admits Gov’t fell short on electricity deliveryGambia· 2026-09-10
President Adama Barrow praised PaviFort the Gambia for their job well done during the inauguration ceremony.
PaviFort Excels In The Gambia | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-10Mr Momodou Sabally is the special advisor to President Adama Barrow of the Republic of Gambia.
Sabally demande des règles plus strictes pour l’enregistrement des partis politiquesGambia· 2026-09-10
President Adama Barrow has assured Gambians that the country's electricity crisis will be resolved by the end of October.
Barrow assures 24/7 electricity supply by end OctoberGambia· 2026-09-09President Adama Barrow responded by directing the Gambian Armed Forces to exercise maximum restraint.
Foreign Affairs minister faults Senegal of unilateral border actionGambia· 2026-08-12
Adama Barrow warned residents of CRR North to be cautious of newly formed political parties, describing them as 'self-centred capitalists'.
Barrow warns CRR against ‘self-centred capitalists’ new political partiesGambia· 2026-08-12President Adama Barrow officially opened the newly completed 17-kilometre Banni–Salikene–Njaba Kunda Road.
17KM Banni-Salikene-Njaba Kunda Road inauguratedGambia· 2026-08-11
President Adama Barrow is constructing new roads to improve connectivity and development in Niumi.
Upper, Lower Niumi pledge votes for Barrow over new roadsGambia· 2026-08-11
