Staff of the Gambia International Airlines (GIA) are staging a peaceful protest as President Adama Barrow is expected to visit the institution today.

The workers are using the protest to bring their frustrations concerning Niro Company to the attention of President Barrow.

The demonstration comes as the President is expected at GIA, potentially giving the workers an opportunity to present their concerns directly to him.

Details of the specific issues behind the workers’ grievances were not immediately available.

The workers are expected to outline their concerns as the protest continues, with further details likely to emerge from the scene.

The protest is understood to be peaceful, with the workers seeking to have their concerns heard by the authorities.

President Barrow’s expected visit has brought added attention to the demonstration, as the workers hope to use the opportunity to make their concerns known.

More details follow…