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President Dr Julius Maada Bio has engaged Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) at State House in Freetown, reaffirming his government’s commitment to strengthening private sector growth through sustained dialogue and partnership.
During the engagement, President Bio emphasized the critical role oil marketing companies play in Sierra Leone’s economy, noting that the sector has a direct impact on the daily lives of citizens and therefore deserves deliberate government attention.
“This year, I am not only acting; I want to act with haste. If we are to work together, we must continue to engage in dialogue,” the President stated.
Describing oil marketers as key development partners, President Bio explained that the meeting was aimed at listening to stakeholders’ concerns, reviewing the state of the partnership, and jointly identifying ways to strengthen collaboration.
“We are here to listen to you, understand your concerns, assess our partnership, and explore how we can further strengthen it,” he said.
The President stressed that regular engagement between government and private sector actors is essential for mutual benefit and sustainable economic growth, adding that the meeting would serve as a foundation for continuous dialogue.
Chief Minister Dr David Moinina Sengeh noted that the meeting was convened at the initiative of President Bio, underscoring the importance of oil marketing companies as major contributors to the national economy and the government’s development agenda.
