Oped: ECSL And Political Rhetoric Causing Impasse And Unpredictability in Sierra Leone

3 years ago

When the Chairman of the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) Dr Prince Harding publicly referred to the International Community Observers and Monitors of the June 24, 2023 elections as ‘academic dwarfs’,...

Oped: President Bio Must Accept That Restitution Comes First Before Genuine Peace and Reconciliation

3 years ago

I will never stop stressing that RESTITUTION – Putting right the wrongs that have been committed, should be the first step towards genuine peace and reconciliation in any society or situation. We all...

President Bio’s Re-election is Legitimate And Different From Jammeh Situation in Gambia

3 years ago

Sierra Leoneans across the country came out in their large numbers on Saturday, June 24, 2023, and participated in the sixth general multi-tier elections in a peaceful atmosphere. The national returning...

President Bio’s Re-Elected Government Restores Road Maintenance Culture in Sierra Leone

3 years ago

Less than 20 days after securing a decisive victory in the presidential election, President Bio's administration wasted no time in getting back to work. The government has reignited the culture of...

It is Not About Colonial Mentality or Meddling, Rather it is About Transparency

3 years ago

I have been following the political discussions surrounding the preliminary statements made by the European Union, Carter Center, African Union, and other international institutions regarding the recently...

Letting go of The Old And Bringing in The New: Appoinment And Portfolio Allocation Become Key in President Bio’s Second Term

3 years ago

The next crop of appointees which is needed in President Bio’s second term is going to redefine and cement his legacy, thus making his reign becomes green in the minds of Sierra Leoneans as one of the...

Repercussions of Boycotting Parliament: Understanding The Importance of Oath of Office For MPs

3 years ago

In the political realm, the decision of an elected Member of Parliament (MP) to boycott his or her role carries significant implications. This matter can be viewed through the lens of an Equity Maxim which...

Boycotting Parliament After Being Elected as an MP, What Are The Ramifications?

3 years ago

One of the Maxims of Equity states: "Equity aids the vigilant, not the indolent" (If you decide to sleep on your right, you'll have yourself to blame). After being elected to parliament, it is incumbent...

Unveiling The Inefficiency: Why Sierra Leoneans Votes Struggle to Make Meaningful Changes?

3 years ago

Sierra Leone, a country in West Africa, has a long history of struggling to translate electoral outcomes into meaningful changes. Despite regular elections and the democratic framework in place, many Sierra...

Oped: Everyone is Crying Out For Peace But No One is Crying Out For Social Justice

3 years ago

Everyone is crying out for peace in Sierra Leone, but no one is crying out for social justice and equity, which is fundamental for creating and maintaining peace. Crying out for peace, when that peace...