Phase Two of The University of The Gambia (UTG) Faraba Banta Campus was officially opened by President Adama Barrow, who hailed the construction as a significant turning point in the nation’s efforts to increase access to high-quality higher education and advance the development of its human resources.
Speaking at the ceremony, President Barrow said the new campus infrastructure reflects the government’s long-term vision and strategic investment in education as a catalyst for national transformation. “This magnificent campus now stands out visibly as a living testament to our visionary leadership, strategic investment, and collective belief that knowledge is instrumental to national transformation,” he said.
The increase, according to the President, demonstrates the government’s commitment to investing in people and ensuring the future of the nation. The Akinwumi Adesina School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, the Faculty of Law, and the Chancery Building make up Phase Two of the campus.
The facilities include a state-of-the-art moot court to improve legal education and hands-on training, as well as contemporary labs to assist agricultural research and innovation.
The goal of the School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, according to President Barrow, is to enable researchers and students to promote innovation in climate resilience and food security. He went on to say that by enhancing the education of the nation’s legal professionals, the Faculty of Law will be instrumental in advancing justice, the rule of law, and human rights.
A School of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences will be built as part of Phase Three of the Faraba Banta Campus, according to the president’s future intentions. According to him, the new facility would have top-notch labs and facilities with the goal of greatly enhancing medical education, research, and healthcare delivery. “When completed, the new School of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences is expected to revolutionize medical training and health research in The Gambia and significantly strengthen our national health system,” he stated.
In addition to encouraging staff and students to achieve academic success, innovation, and societal responsibility, President Barrow urged the UTG community to utilize the new facilities fully and responsibly. He also emphasized government programs like the National Research and Innovation Fund and the Student Revolving Loan Scheme that were set up to aid in research and education.
The President thanked development partners for their financial support, citing the Islamic Development Bank and the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) as prime examples of the importance of global collaboration in the advancement of education. He also praised the host communities, the UTG Governing Council, and the Minister of Higher Education for their contributions to the project’s successful conclusion.
President Barrow wished for the institution to continue to develop as a hub of knowledge, innovation, and discovery for The Gambia and the larger sub-region as he formally opened Phase Two of the UTG Faraba Banta Campus. With an emphasis on tackling national issues and improving their communities, he urged students to continue being purposeful, focused, and hardworking in their studies.
Phase Two of The University of The Gambia (UTG) Faraba Banta Campus was officially opened by President Adama Barrow, who hailed the construction as a significant turning point in the nation’s efforts to increase access to high-quality higher education and advance the development of its human resources.
Speaking at the ceremony, President Barrow said the new campus infrastructure reflects the government’s long-term vision and strategic investment in education as a catalyst for national transformation. “This magnificent campus now stands out visibly as a living testament to our visionary leadership, strategic investment, and collective belief that knowledge is instrumental to national transformation,” he said.
The increase, according to the President, demonstrates the government’s commitment to investing in people and ensuring the future of the nation. The Akinwumi Adesina School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, the Faculty of Law, and the Chancery Building make up Phase Two of the campus.
The facilities include a state-of-the-art moot court to improve legal education and hands-on training, as well as contemporary labs to assist agricultural research and innovation.
The goal of the School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, according to President Barrow, is to enable researchers and students to promote innovation in climate resilience and food security. He went on to say that by enhancing the education of the nation’s legal professionals, the Faculty of Law will be instrumental in advancing justice, the rule of law, and human rights.
A School of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences will be built as part of Phase Three of the Faraba Banta Campus, according to the president’s future intentions. According to him, the new facility would have top-notch labs and facilities with the goal of greatly enhancing medical education, research, and healthcare delivery. “When completed, the new School of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences is expected to revolutionize medical training and health research in The Gambia and significantly strengthen our national health system,” he stated.
In addition to encouraging staff and students to achieve academic success, innovation, and societal responsibility, President Barrow urged the UTG community to utilize the new facilities fully and responsibly. He also emphasized government programs like the National Research and Innovation Fund and the Student Revolving Loan Scheme that were set up to aid in research and education.
The President thanked development partners for their financial support, citing the Islamic Development Bank and the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) as prime examples of the importance of global collaboration in the advancement of education. He also praised the host communities, the UTG Governing Council, and the Minister of Higher Education for their contributions to the project’s successful conclusion.
President Barrow wished for the institution to continue to develop as a hub of knowledge, innovation, and discovery for The Gambia and the larger sub-region as he formally opened Phase Two of the UTG Faraba Banta Campus. With an emphasis on tackling national issues and improving their communities, he urged students to continue being purposeful, focused, and hardworking in their studies.
