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Former Minister and member of the opposition All People’s Congress (APC), Wilfred Leeroy Kabs-kanu, has claimed that the British government supports a “10-year-each arrangement” for the country’s two main political parties to rule.
In a statement posted on social media, Kabs-kanu alleged that the understanding between the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and the APC is a measure to prevent another civil war.
“I have been briefed that Maada Bio was called to Britain to be warned that the 10-year-each arrangement must be adhered to seriously,” Kabs-kanu wrote. “Stakeholders decided on it to give both the SLPP and the APC a chance to rule and prevent another war in Sierra Leone.”
His comments come amid growing speculation that the ruling SLPP is preparing to remain in power after President Julius Maada Bio completes his second and final term in 2028. Although President Bio is not constitutionally eligible to seek re-election, he has been vocal about his desire for the party to continue its governance.
Addressing supporters recently, President Bio urged party members to unite ahead of the next presidential race. “Let us put our emotions aside and work towards ensuring that our upcoming flag bearer becomes the next President of Sierra Leone,” he stated.
Similarly, Vice President Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has previously outlined reasons why the SLPP should continue in office beyond 2028, citing the government’s efforts in key sectors since 2018, including health, education, energy, and agriculture.
It is important to note that the Constitution of Sierra Leone contains no provision or law that mandates a political party to spend a specific number of years in power.
