The recent claim by Hindolo Moiwo Gevao, a Member of Parliament representing Kailahun District, that the All People’s Congress is lobbying the international community to secure the appointment of Marcella Samba Sesay, head of National Election Watch, as Chief Electoral Commissioner of the Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone, has generated significant public debate. Speaking during an interview on 98.1…
President Julius Maada Bio on Tuesday presided over the swearing-in ceremony of Sierra Leone’s new Chief Electoral Commissioner, Edmond Sylvester Alpha, formally ushering him into office at a critical period for the nation’s democratic consolidation. The ceremony, held in the presence of senior government officials, members of the diplomatic corps and key stakeholders in the country’s electoral process, underscored…
The border between Guinea (Conakry) and Sierra Leone is shaped by colonial-era decisions when French and British colonial powers demarcated territories. Decades later, these colonial ambiguities have left some border points disputed, especially in regions along the Loma Mountains. These unresolved demarcations have occasionally led to misunderstandings and minor border incidents, but the recent events mark one of the…
As the All People’s Congress (APC) prepares for its lower-level elections nationwide, one of the prominent aspirants Dr. Ibrahim Bangura has urged party members and supporters to uphold democratic principles and support the party’s national executive to ensure a credible and peaceful electoral process. In a video message released ahead of the elections, Dr. Bangura emphasized that democracy remains…
By Aruna Turay As the All People’s Congress (APC) prepares for its internal flag-bearer election ahead of the 2028 general polls, early public statements from leading aspirants are highlighting differing leadership approaches and strategic priorities. One of the most vocal candidates, Dr. Ibrahim Bangura, popularly known as “DIB,” recently stated publicly that the APC “will not lose” the 2028…
An All People’s Congress (APC) presidential aspirant, Dr. Ibrahim Bangura, has released an open letter addressing the growing challenges facing young people in Sierra Leone, with particular focus on youth exclusion, unemployment, and the country’s worsening drug crisis. The letter, titled “An Open Letter to the Young People of Sierra Leone,” reflects on the social and economic pressures confronting…
