Northeast Resident Minister Urges SLPP Members to Embody Unity Ahead of Internal Elections

On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, Hon. Ibrahim Jalloh, Resident Minister Northeast Region, issued a stirring message to the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) family, calling on party members to embody the principles of unity, respect, and visionary leadership as they engage in internal campaigns for various party positions.

This appeal comes at a crucial time when the SLPP is gearing up for a significant electoral milestone, aiming to secure a historic third term in governance in the 2028 elections. Hon. Jalloh emphasised that the party’s success hinges on its ability to elect qualified, committed, and forward-thinking leaders.

During the internal campaigns, Hon. Jalloh urged party members to remain calm and respectful, cautioning against letting emotions or personal interests overshadow the party’s overarching goal of continued progress and victory.

“Peace and cohesion must be our guiding principles,” he stressed, highlighting the importance of maintaining a united front as the party looks to the future.

The Resident Minister’s message also underscored the significance of the 2028 elections, not just as a test of the SLPP’s political strength but as an opportunity to build on the party’s achievements and further cement its legacy in Sierra Leonean politics.

To achieve this, Hon. Jalloh called on party members to elect leaders who are not only qualified and committed but also visionary—leaders who can chart a course for the party’s sustained success and relevance.

In his concluding remarks, Hon. Jalloh expressed his optimism about the party’s prospects, affirming that together, the SLPP can achieve great things. “Together, we win,” he declared, rallying the party faithful behind a shared vision of progress and victory.

The message from the Resident Minister serves as a timely reminder of the values and principles that have defined the SLPP’s journey so far. As the party prepares for the challenges ahead, Hon. Jalloh’s words offer a clarion call for unity, vision, and leadership that will propel the SLPP towards its goals.

The SLPP’s path to success in the 2028 elections will depend on its ability to maintain unity, elect visionary leaders, and build on its achievements. With Hon. Jalloh’s message is that the party is urged to focus on its core values and principles, ensuring that it remains a strong and relevant force in Sierra Leonean politics.