Education Minister Drammeh Urges Dippa Kunda Women to Turn Out in Large Numbers for Barrow

By Seedy Jobe

The Minister of Basic and Secondary Education, Dr. Habibatou Drammeh, has called on women in Dippa Kunda and surrounding communities to turn out in large numbers and vote for President Adama Barrow in the December 5 presidential election, citing his administration’s development record and commitment to peace and stability.

Speaking at a National People’s Party (NPP) rally in Dippa Kunda attended by President Barrow, Dr. Drammeh praised the president’s leadership and urged supporters to demonstrate their appreciation through the ballot box.

She described the gathering as significant, saying President Barrow’s decision to attend despite his demanding schedule in Banjul demonstrated his respect for the people of Dippa Kunda and his willingness to engage directly with ordinary Gambians.

According to the minister, the president’s development achievements over the past decade have been visible across the country, from Kartong in the west to Koina in the east.

Dr. Drammeh credited President Barrow with maintaining peace and promoting religious harmony since assuming office. She cited his practice of observing prayer times, even during official engagements, as an example of his respect for religious obligations.

She also praised his administration’s efforts to empower women and young people, describing him as a leader committed to national progress.

Addressing women in Dippa Kunda, Serrekunda West and across the country, Dr. Drammeh said they remained firmly behind President Barrow and were prepared to work tirelessly to secure his re-election.

Using a figurative expression to emphasize their support, she declared that women and young people were ready to carry the president on their backs without allowing his feet to touch the ground.

She said supporters would neither grow weary nor retreat from their commitment to his leadership.

Invoking a Mandinka proverb that good deeds should be repaid with good deeds, the minister argued that the most meaningful way for Gambians to reward President Barrow for his administration’s achievements was to vote for him.

She specifically appealed to women in Dippa Kunda to mobilize in large numbers on December 5 and deliver a decisive electoral victory for the ruling party.

Dr. Drammeh emphasized that while supporters might celebrate a Barrow victory on election day, such an outcome would depend on their willingness to participate actively in the voting process.

The minister also urged residents to attend President Barrow’s scheduled nomination proceedings at the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) on Tuesday.

She described participation in the nomination event as an expression of support not only for the president but also for democracy and national development.

Dr. Drammeh encouraged NPP supporters to turn out in large numbers to demonstrate their political strength and solidarity with the president.

In a direct remark addressed to Maimuna Baldeh, she asserted that the NPP enjoyed overwhelming support in Dippa Kunda, telling her to “sit and relax” because, according to the minister, the ruling party dominated the area’s political landscape.

Her remarks formed part of the NPP’s efforts to mobilize grassroots support ahead of the December 5 presidential election, with particular emphasis on women and young voters.