President Adama Barrow has vowed that electricity outages will become a thing of the past within the next two years, assuring Gambians that ongoing investments in the energy sector will deliver a more reliable power supply across the country.

Speaking at a National People’s Party rally in Brikama, Barrow addressed growing public concerns over recent blackouts and water shortages, which have sparked criticism from opposition figures and residents alike.

He defended his government’s record, arguing that no administration since independence has invested more in improving electricity generation and distribution.

“I can confidently say that since The Gambia gained independence, no government has done as much to improve electricity supply as this government,” he told supporters.

He attributed the recent nationwide outages to technical problems rather than systemic failures, stressing that such disruptions can occur even in advanced countries.

“The recent electricity problem was caused by technical issues, which can happen anywhere,” he said.

Barrow, however, maintained that the challenges are temporary and promised that Gambians would soon see the benefits of ongoing investments in the energy sector.

“I want to assure the nation that within the next two years, electricity outages will become a thing of the past,” he declared.

He said his administration remains committed to expanding infrastructure, including electricity, roads and water systems, as part of its broader development agenda.

His remarks come at a time when electricity supply has emerged as a major political issue ahead of the 2026 presidential election, with opposition parties and civil society groups demanding lasting solutions to recurring power cuts.

Barrow urged Gambians to support the continuation of the NPP government, arguing that sustained progress in electricity, water and infrastructure development depends on the implementation of his administration’s long-term plans.

By Adama Makasuba