Yankuba Colley, the Mayor of the Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) recently presented a cheque amounting to D67,337.75 to the National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) for the installation of four street taps in Old Jeshwang.

Presenting the cheque, the mayor said the assistance came following a request by the people of Old Jeshwang for the council to assist them on various social needs.

Mayor Colley said that this is the second major developments from his office to the people of the municipality. He then made it clear to the people that the money presented to Nawec is not from the duties and taxes collected from the people in the municipality. He then quickly urged the people to pay their dues regularly.

Mayor Colley then assured the people of his office’s continued support.  

For his part, Sheriff Sarr, councillor, Old Jeshwang Ward described the event as another milestone in the development of the country. He stated that he will do all he can to ensure that the money is put into good use.

Karamo Ceesay, Alkalo of Old Jeshwang also expressed gratitude that the people of Old Jeshwang have rallied behind him to support President Yahya Jammeh.