Gambia: Miss Black U.S. Lauds President Jammeh's Achievements

The 2009 Miss Black USA Talented Teen, Jasmine Alexis, who is currently in the country on a visit, has joined other prominent American celebrities in acknowledging and commending the achievements registered by President Jammeh since he took over the mantle of leadership in the country 16 years ago.

The 19-year-old Alexis, who is accompanied to the country by her mother, Jennifer Wright, was speaking Monday evening at State House in Banjul during an interview with reporters shortly after having audience with the Gambian leader. "His Excellency, the president is wonderful and has made so many changes over the past 16 years. He has done so many wonderful things and I definitely commend him," she told reporters, while describing President Jammeh as a credible leader.

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