The 2018 presidential candidate and current flagbearer aspirant of the All People’s Congress (APC), Dr Samura Kamara, has received a warm welcome by thousands of APC members and supporters at the Portee Community, East of the capital.

The said reception came following his invitation by Masjid Rahman Jamaat Mosque to observe the last Friday (Jumsh) prayers with the congregation.

According to eyewitnesses who were also worshipers, upon approaching the Portee Community, Dr Samura Kamara was greeted by thousands of APC members, sympathizers and supporters who had gathered to welcome him, even through it came as surprise to many who beheld him that day.

Speaking to the Exclusive, an eyewitness said when Dr Samura materialized at Portee Junction, it took him more than an hour for him to access the Masjid, adding that after observing the Jumah prayers, he was again greeted by a far larger number of fans of his.

Many observers who saw the sea of supporters and members on that day opined that Dr Samura Kamara’s popularity has drastically increased.