Former ECOWAS Speaker Mohamed Sidi Tunis, emphasizing the critical need for unity within the party, has endorsed Deputy Speaker Sengepoh Soloman Thomas for the position of Speaker of the Sierra Leone Parliament.

Tunis highlighted that party cohesion should take precedence over individual aspirations during this transition period.

Tunis clarified that the decision to endorse the deputy speaker for the role of speaker had been unanimously agreed upon within the party caucus. He conveyed this directive to all caucus leaders in parliament, emphasizing the party’s stance as essential in guiding the succession process.

Addressing speculations about his own candidacy, Tunis reaffirmed his support for the party’s chosen candidate, Honorable Sengepoh Solomon Thomas. He praised Thomas’s past leadership roles and expressed confidence in his ability to lead effectively.

Regarding recent events involving Mohamed Bangura’s removal from the ECOWAS Parliament, Tunis clarified that such matters were separate from parliamentary affairs. He stressed the importance of fostering genuine reconciliation between political parties for the benefit of Sierra Leone.

Tunis urged support for the President’s initiatives, particularly the “big five” agenda, highlighting critical national issues such as drug abuse, unemployment, and economic challenges. He assured the public that the SLPP would select a capable leader to address the nation’s various challenges.

In closing, Tunis reiterated the party’s dedication to collective progress and urged all stakeholders to prioritize national interests over individual ambitions.