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Leadership of key Fullah organisations in Sierra Leone have donated Le 15,000 and a laptop to the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC) following a fire outbreak that destroyed the office of the Deputy Director General, Mohamed Asmieu Bah.
The donation was made jointly by representatives of the Fula Tribal Administration, the Fullah Progressive Union, the Fullah Elders Council and Tabital Pulaaku International Sierra Leone Chapter, as a show of solidarity and sympathy with the national broadcaster.
Speaking during the presentation, head of the delegation, Chief Alhaji Mohamed Sarjoh Jalloh, said the gesture reflects the unity of the Fullah community and their commitment to supporting institutions in difficult times.
“We are here with representatives from the Fullah Elders Council, the Fula Tribal Administration, the Fullah Progressive Union, and Tabital Pulaaku International Sierra Leone Chapter. We are all united in this gesture,” Chief Jalloh stated.
He described Mohamed Asmieu Bah as “a son of the community,” noting that the donation also symbolises an olive branch extended to him following the unfortunate incident. He further recalled the longstanding relationship between SLBC and the Fullah community, highlighting instances where the broadcaster provided free airtime for public sensitisation programmes.
Chief Jalloh also acknowledged the presence of one of the most respected Fullah leaders, Chief Alhaji Monorma Bah, commending his role in fostering unity among the Fullah people. He concluded by offering prayers that such a fire incident would not occur again at SLBC.
Responding on behalf of the corporation, SLBC Board Chair, Dr. Willette James, expressed appreciation for the timely intervention and solidarity demonstrated by the Fullah community.
She praised the community’s strong culture of unity and its contributions to national development, particularly in areas such as education and social welfare.
Dr. James, however, noted that SLBC continues to face significant operational challenges, including inadequate funding and outdated equipment.
“Government subvention often comes late, and we face many constraints in maintaining operations. Incidents like the recent fire make things even more difficult,” she said.
She added that beyond the monetary value of the donation, the sense of belonging conveyed in referring to Bah as “their son” was deeply meaningful and reflective of strong community ties.
Dr. James thanked the delegation for their support and called for continued assistance to help SLBC effectively deliver on its mandate as the national broadcaster.
