In a series of fiery tweets, former Minister of Justice and Attorney-General, Joseph Fitzgerald Kamara, and Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Fatima Bio, engaged in a heated exchange, shedding light on the prevailing political challenges faced by the country.

The exchange began when Joseph Fitzgerald Kamara voiced concerns over the legitimacy of the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and emphasized the need to address electoral fraud to restore confidence and stability.

Taking to Twitter, Kamara stated, “SLPP faces legitimacy challenge and we the people face governance challenge. This impasse cannot sustainably lead to peace & prosperity. The thrust-electoral fraud needs to be primarily addressed to restore confidence & stability. People’s vote, like their lives, must be secured.”

In response, First Lady Fatima Bio, who is known for her active presence on social media platforms, swiftly fired back, challenging Kamara’s integrity and calling for an opposition that is genuinely honest to its supporters.

She tweeted, “This country also needs an opposition that is truly honest to its supporters. 2028 is around the corner, and intellectuals like you, if you are truly one, are still busy using social media to fake Sierra Leoneans. Get your house in order, Sir. The current narrative is simple ‘Progress’.”

Refusing to dignify the comment directly, Joseph Fitzgerald Kamara opted to respond with a more diplomatic approach, expressing respect for the office held by the First Lady while subtly addressing her remarks.

He tweeted, “Will not dignify the comment with a response because of the high esteem I hold for the office, which you occupy, but simply state, with respect Ma, that honesty is a mirror in the hands of the holder. Wishing you a peaceful Sunday.”