Gambia: energy minister has not been dismissed
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Malagen
Gambian President Adama Barrow has not dismissed Energy Minister Nani Juwara or the managing director of the national water and electricity company, Gallo Saidy. Government officials confirmed they remained in office, as the country has suffered lengthy power cuts for several months, according to Malagen.
No dismissal of Gambian Petroleum and Energy Minister Nani Juwara or National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) managing director Gallo Saidy has been confirmed. The company’s board has not been dissolved either, reports Malagen, which classifies these claims as false. Government spokespeople confirmed that both officials remained in their posts.
The Gambia has nevertheless been facing an electricity crisis for several months. Regular outages have been reported since June, some lasting more than 24 hours in several areas, according to Malagen.
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