Farimang Singhateh

Sir Farimang Mamadi Singhateh, GCMG (10 November 1912 – 19 May 1977) was the second and last Governor-General of the Gambia, representing Queen Elizabeth II as head of state.

He went back to his medical practice which was his first love and spent time with his children traveling to Kolda and Dakar in neighboring Senegal to visiting friends and family.

Singhateh retired from public service in 1963 as acting senior dispenser, subsequently establishing a renowned pharmacy in Farafenni, which became a cornerstone of the community.

Alongside his wife Fatou Fanta Basse Sagnia, he was an early supporter of the People Progressive Party (PPP), a leading political force in The Gambia's journey toward independence.

In December 1965, Singhateh was appointed acting governor-general of The Gambia, assuming the substantive role in February 1966 after Sir John Paul's departure.