Hon. Bakary Y. Badjie, Minister of Youth & Sports, joined Team Gambia and members of the Gambian community in Scotland for the vibrant Gambia Day celebration held on the sidelines of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
The event brought together The Gambia High Commission in UK, H.E. Dr. Fatoumatta Bom Bensouda, Acting Executive Director of The Gambia National Sports Council – NSC Mahmoud Lamin Jawla, Gambia National Olympic Committee President Bai Dodou Jallow , members of the GNOC Executive Committee, Team Gambia athletes and officials, as well as members of the Gambian community in Scotland (GASCAD).
The celebration showcased the country’s rich cultural heritage through traditional music, dance and community engagement, while providing a strong show of solidarity and encouragement for Team Gambia.
Addressing the gathering, Hon. Badjie commended the athletes for proudly flying The Gambia’s flag on the international stage and reiterated the Government’s unwavering commitment to the growth and development of sports. H.E. Dr. Fatoumatta Bom Bensouda also described the occasion as a powerful reflection of unity among Gambians living abroad and reaffirmed the High Commission’s continued support for Team Gambia.
The celebration concluded on a joyful note, further strengthening the bond between the athletes and their supporters while boosting the team’s spirit ahead of the competition.
