Zainab Sheriff Urges Sierra Leonean Women to Step into Leadership Roles Ahead of 2028 Elections
Sahid Bangura Popular Sierra Leonean Musician and Celebrity, Zainab Sheriff, visited the Low-Cost Bridge Mosque in the East End of Freetown on Friday, June 27, in an unannounced event aimed at empowering women within the community.
During her visit, Zainab addressed a gathering of community members, emphasizing the need for women to pursue leadership roles in governance.
“It’s time for women to go for different positions and serve the country,” she stated, urging attendees to recognize their potential and capabilities.
Zainab further affirmed that women are just as capable as men in leadership and should be visible in political arenas.
The atmosphere at the mosque was charged with excitement as community members welcomed Zainab, a daughter of the soil, back to her roots.
Many of those who were present expressed optimism that her advocacy could spark a significant shift in Sierra Leone’s political landscape, promoting greater equality between genders.
Zainab’s initiative is deemed a crucial step toward in encouraging women to embrace leadership opportunities and participate actively in the political process.
But the same Zainab Sheriff refused to support the first lady.