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Hon. Abdul Kargbo, the distinguished leader of APC parliamentarians, took to twitter and issued a stern warning to Security Personnel across Sierra Leone. The warning, directed at those manning various checkpoints, emphatically calls for an end to the intimidation of opposition APC members and the confiscation or scrutiny of their phones.
Hon. Abdul Kargbo, a prominent figure within the political landscape, invoked the Constitution of Sierra Leone to underline the gravity of his concerns. Pointing to Section 26(1) of the Constitution, he stressed that every citizen possesses the unassailable right to align with any registered political party of their choosing. The leader of APC parliamentarians underscored the significance of respecting and upholding citizens’ constitutional rights.
He emphasized, “Section 26(1) of the Constitution of Sierra Leone graurantees the right of citizens to belong to any registered political party of their choice. Security personnel should stop intimidating the opposition to the extent of confiscating their phones in various checkpoints.”
The specific focus of the warning was the reported intimidation tactics employed by Security Personnel at checkpoints, where opposition APC members have allegedly been subjected to unwarranted scrutiny, including the confiscation of their mobile phones. Hon. Abdul Kargbo made it abundantly clear that such actions are not only a violation of individual rights but also a direct affront to the democratic principles enshrined in the nation’s constitution.
The leader’s statement serves as a poignant reminder of the delicate balance required to maintain a thriving democracy. It reflects concerns about the potential erosion of political freedoms and the need for Security Personnel to operate within the confines of the law. The message is aimed at fostering an environment where citizens, regardless of their political affiliation, feel secure in exercising their rights without fear of reprisal.
As Sierra Leone navigates its democratic path, the warning from Hon. Abdul Kargbo resonates as a call for accountability and adherence to constitutional principles. It is anticipated that this message will prompt a reevaluation of practices at checkpoints, ensuring that Security Personnel uphold the rights of citizens and refrain from actions that could be perceived as attempts to stifle political opposition.
The coming days will likely see reactions from various quarters, as the nation reflects on the significance of this warning and its implications for the broader democratic landscape.
Sure honorable AKK
This is true the security sector must be professional
Abdul Kargbo, no one is intimidating your party. Instead it’s the other way round. Your party has been intimidating a whole tribe and political party since 2018, when you lost the election. So please keep quiet!
That is right enough to this one sided searching. People have been so patient•but they are still pushing them towards the wall.
Time Will tell
Thank you Hon.Kargbo.Enough is enough.This is a nuisance.Please we are seek and tired with intimidation.o
This is one of the best Parliamentarians we have in this country. This is exactly what other opposition parties do in their countries. Please continue to speak out for the people of Sierra Leone. We cannot speak now.
Maada Bio will soon order his PAOPA killer police to Invite you to the CID for questioning.
Maada Bio will soon Link you up to his Made-up coup plot. Maada Bio and his main adviser Musa Tarawali are making this country a death- trap.
May Allah guide and protect you and your family. Stay Blessed !!
Let the security forces do their work, please
All this check points this security personnel mount they’re just there to intimidate citizens collecting money to drivers and riders it’s just a mess about our security sectors the way they do there operations trust
Hon. you are really not truthfull to this nation all what you guys care about is your properganda politics.
Yeah