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By Dawda Baldeh
Old Yundum National Assembly Member Abdoulie Ceesay has defended President Adama Barrow’s development record, arguing that government investment is benefiting communities across The Gambia and promising more projects if the president wins a third term in December.
Speaking during the president’s Meet the People Tour in Jabang, Ceesay rejected suggestions that development had been concentrated in his constituency, saying projects were being implemented nationwide.
“The developments taking place in Old Yundum Constituency are the same as those in the Upper River Region, Central River Region, Banjul and other regions,” he said. “We are not the only constituency in the country. We should be grateful for the progress.”
The lawmaker said public debate often focused on roads and other visible infrastructure while overlooking other sectors receiving government funding.
“People only focus on infrastructure and other developments, but there are many things that the government is pumping money into that the public need to know,” he said.
Ceesay cited the national budget as evidence of what he described as the administration’s transparency, arguing that government spending was clearly outlined.
“President Barrow’s government is very transparent. Everything is clearly stated in the budget. Whether you believe it or not, there is transparency in this government,” he added.
He also pointed to the Meet the People Tour, saying the government had introduced a specific budget allocation for the exercise so the public could see how much money was being spent. According to him, previous tours were funded by taxpayers without clear public information on their cost.
While praising the administration’s record, Ceesay called on the government to fulfil promises made to Old Yundum, including the construction of a hospital and the installation of traffic lights along the Jabang Highway.
“We are hopeful that the hospital he promised to build in Old Yundum will be fulfilled. We are urging the Minister of Health to make this a reality,” he said.
Ceesay credited the Barrow administration with constructing roads across the country and said more projects could follow if the president secures another term.
“After 2026, the roads will be increased,” he said, urging residents to support President Barrow in the December election.
