The Upper Fulladu district authority recently held a meeting with butchers, cattle dealers, and fishermen at Bansang in connection with the reduction of the price of meat and vegetable garden produce.  Over a hundred and thirty Alkalolu attended the meetings.

Addressing the gathering, the Seyfo of the district, Biran Baldeh, said the price of meat was set by President Jammeh and residents should accept it for the betterment of the district. 

On vegetable produce, he said these are local products and should not be expensive compared to import goods.  He asserted that a task force  will be established to monitor prices in the district.

The Alkali of Bansang, Alhagie Kebba Korra, urged people to comply with the new prices set by President Jammeh.  He thanked President Jammeh for setting up the prices, noting that this will help local consumers.

The president of the Butchers Association, Ali Mbenga, assured the gathering that they will comply with the new prices set by the president. 

Other speakers included Alhagie Dam Jingo Alkali of Galleh Manda and Jerreh Keita of Sare Soffie.