On May 10, 2025, President Adama Barrow of The Gambia extended congratulations to Pope Leon XIV on his new role as the leader of the Roman Catholic Church. Speaking on behalf of the Gambian government, its citizens, and Catholics in the country, President Barrow expressed optimism about the Pope's potential to promote peace and shared values among people of different faiths.
President Barrow conveyed his wishes for Pope Leon XIV to have the strength necessary to lead the Catholic Church effectively. He emphasized hopes for a new era of brotherhood that would encourage peace and harmony among all peoples. Furthermore, President Barrow assured Pope Leon XIV of "the fervent prayers of the Gambian people for a successful tenure."
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