Press Release
The Government of the Republic of The Gambia under the leadership of H.E President Adama Barrow Tuesday 25th September 2018, expressed sincere condolences to the President of the Republic of Senegal, H.E Macky Sall on the demise of the Chief Protocol at the Presidency, Mr Bruno Diatta who died on Friday 21st September 2018.
The sudden demise of such an icon, who served diligently the Senegalese nation for over four decades is not only an immeasurable loss for the Republic of Senegal but the entire African continent and beyond.
Mr Diatta who has served four Senegalese Presidents, from Leopold Sedar Senghor, Abdou Diouf, Abdoulaye Wade and lately His Excellency President Macky Sall respectively, was an epitome of excellence, professionalism, competence and efficiency. He shall forever be remembered and shall remain a symbol of Senegalese diplomacy and excellence.
The President of the Republic of The Gambia, His Excellency Adama Barrow, the Government and the People of The Gambia, extend heartfelt condolences to His Excellency President Macky Sall, the family of Mr. Diatta and the entire Senegalese nation.
May God the Almighty grant his family the resilience to bear this irreparable loss. May his gentle soul repose in eternal bliss.
