Commendation to His Excellency President Adama Barrow

On the Appointment of Hon. Sering Modou Njie as Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad Your Excellency President Adama Barrow, With profound respect and admiration, I extend my heartfelt commendation to you for your bold and visionary decision to appoint Hon. Sering Modou Njie as The Gambia’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad. This appointment is not only a step in the right direction—it is a masterstroke of statesmanship. At a time when our nation’s foreign policy must rise to meet the complexities of a changing global landscape, your selection of a leader with both deep-rooted national experience and global perspective is timely, strategic, and exemplary. Hon. Njie brings to this critical office a rare and formidable blend of military discipline, diplomatic tact, and academic excellence. A former senior military officer, his service to our nation has been characterized by integrity, loyalty, and professionalism. From his beginnings as Public Relations Officer of the Gambia Armed Forces in 1998 to his most recent post as Defence Minister, he has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to national service.

What makes this appointment even more compelling is Hon. Njie’s robust background in political science and international relations. With a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a Master’s in International Relations, he enters this role not only as a patriot, but also as a scholar-practitioner deeply grounded in the principles of diplomacy and international engagement. His exposure to foreign service and global cooperation is precisely the kind of experience required to elevate The Gambia’s diplomatic standing and to deepen our ties with regional and global partners. Your Excellency, this decision sends a powerful message to Gambians and to the international community: that The Gambia is serious about its foreign policy, intentional in its leadership choices, and committed to excellence in public service. With Hon. Njie at the helm of our foreign affairs, we can be confident that the voice of The Gambia will be heard, respected, and well-represented on the global stage. May this appointment mark the beginning of a new chapter of dynamic diplomacy and strategic international cooperation for our beloved country. With deepest respect and patriotic fervor, Yaya Dampha Coordinator NPP Diaspora Sweden