The National Youth Council (NYC) has welcomed the nomination of youth councilors in all regions of the country to represent the wishes and concerns of young people.

For the first time in history, youth representatives were selected within the structures of the Gambia National Youth Council in the Municipalities of Banjul, Kanifing and all the other Regions to represent young people. A press release from the NYC states, “This is a remarkable gesture. We wish to congratulate them for such a move, Indeed it is a step in the right direction.” It continues saying that it shows the authorities have a great trust in young people. NYC assures the public that young people will never be found wanting when called for national duty.

The National Youth Council uses the opportunity to congratulate the Mayors of Banjul and Kanifing Municipalities as well as the Chairpersons of the area Councils and all elected Councilors and wish them a successful term of office.