President Adama Barrow on Sunday inaugurated the newly completed Banni–Salikene–Njaba Kunda Road and laid the foundation stone for the Lot 6 Roads Project, marking a major milestone in The Gambia’s ongoing infrastructure drive.
The 17-kilometre Banni–Salikene–Njaba Kunda Road, fully funded by the Government of The Gambia, was constructed by Bajam Construction Limited under the supervision of the National Roads Authority (NRA). The project is expected to improve rural connectivity, enhance access to markets and essential services, and stimulate economic activity in surrounding communities.
As part of the same programme, President Barrow launched the 52.1-kilometre Lot 6 project, which comprises 15 road links across the North Bank Region. Foundation stones were laid for the 5-kilometre Kerewan road link and the 6-kilometre Daru Rilwan–Kerr Saikou Taal–Kerr Pateh Road link.
Speaking at the ceremony, President Barrow described the projects as investments in service delivery, improved living conditions, and development opportunities. “The Banni–Salikene–Njaba Kunda Road demonstrates what can be achieved through focus, determination and collective effort,” he said, noting that the road will improve access to social services, boost economic activity, and enhance safety and security.
National Road Authority (NRA) Managing Director Sulayman Sumareh Janneh hailed the inauguration and foundation stone-laying ceremonies as important milestones in the Government’s broader Connect Gambia Initiative.
He emphasised that road infrastructure is a key driver of economic development, reducing travel time, facilitating the movement of people and goods, and strengthening access to healthcare, education, and other essential public services.
The projects form part of the Government’s nationwide effort to expand and modernize the road network, bringing development closer to the Gambian people and strengthening connectivity across the country
