Adama Barrow

Adama Barrow

politician Gambia

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.

Born on Feb 16, 1965 (60 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
26 wks
Reach
577,722
Power
1,637$
Sentiment
4.08
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Gambia 16 7.56 5.71% +260% 2,416,668 497,143 $1,800 370$
United Kingdom 1 4.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 29,048 $2,700,000 1,155$
Ghana 1 4.00 0.17% +0% 31,072,945 51,531 $67,000 111$
Totals 18 101,375,624 577,722 $2,768,800 1,636$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: President Adama Barrow insisted that Ceesay originally agreed to become trade minister. 4

BBC: The Gambia's auditor general Momodou Ceesay removed from office by police

Gambia Gambia: President Barrow highlighted the significance of the ceremony as reaffirmation of the bonds of friendship between The Gambia and the Ambassadors’ respective nations. 8

The Point (Gambia): Barrow welcomes 5 new ambassadors to strengthen Int’l relations

Gambia Gambia: In the 2021 elections, they voted for HE Adama Barrow of NPP and disrupted Lawyer Darbo’s chances of winning the Presidency. 7

The Point (Gambia): The changing phases of Gambian politics

Gambia Gambia: Adama Barrow is set to face Ousainou Darboe in a rematch for the presidency in December 2026. 5

The Point (Gambia): Darboe named UDP flagbearer for 2026 presidential election

Gambia Gambia: Adama Barrow was backed by the UDP in the 2016 elections, leading to the defeat of Yahya Jammeh. 7

The Point (Gambia): Gambia awaits who will lead UDP into 2026 polls

Gambia Gambia: President Barrow acknowledged the gesture, saying that the award is a powerful symbol of the enduring spirit of freedom. 9

The Point (Gambia): Barrow receives highest honour of Republic of Guinea Bissau

Gambia Gambia: President Adama Barrow personally contributed funds for the evacuations. 8

The Point (Gambia): Foreign minister admits stranded Gambians rely on Senegal for consular support

Gambia Gambia: President Barrow will have a meeting with the Gambian community in Bissau. 7

The Point (Gambia): Barrow leaves for Bissau on state visit

Gambia Gambia: He emphasised that President Adama Barrow has personally followed up on the matter. 8

The Point (Gambia): Gov’t secures land for second national stadium in Lamin