BANJUL (GAMBIA) - Opposition candidate Adama Barrow hailed a "new Gambia" Friday after he pulled off a stunning presidential election victory, putting an end to the 22-year rule of Yahya Jammeh. On the streets of Bakau, on the outskirts of the capital Banjul, Gambians began an impromptu street party. State television said Jammeh would later make a statement to congratulate opposition leader Barrow, 51. Barrow told AFP before the vote was announced that he was "certain" he had won. Early results showed Barrow taking Banjul -- a traditional Jammeh stronghold.

Source: Bangkok Post December 02, 2016 19:41 UTC