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In the aftermath of Sierra Leone’s 2023 elections, it has become clear that the opposition must rethink its strategy and introduce not just young, but entirely new faces into the political landscape. The need for fresh leadership with integrity and charisma—leaders untainted by the country’s long-standing political dysfunction—is more crucial than ever.
Reflecting on the political trajectory of Sierra Leone’s leadership, one cannot ignore the deliberate strategies employed by both past and current administrations.
Under President Ernest Bai Koroma, key figures like Kelfala Marah, Richard Konteh, and Samura Kamara were strategically parachuted into key Class A ministerial appointments in government (Foreign Affairs, Finance, and Chief of Staff/Chief Minister), with Samura Kamara later emerging as the APC’s flag bearer.
Though Samura Kamara did not win the presidency, his selection underscored the importance of positioning future leaders in key ministries to carry forward a political legacy.
In a similar vein, as the dawn of his exit from State Lodge looms far ahead, President Julius Maada Bio is promoting a new generation of leaders to succeed him, including David Moinina Sengeh (former Minister of Basic Education and now Chief Minister), Timothy Kabba (Minister of Foreign Affairs), and Sheku Fantamadi Bangura (Minister of Finance).
This injection of young, dynamic individuals into governance presents a strategic blueprint for the SLPP’s succession and future.
The question is: who among them will carry the mantle of leadership for the party in 2028?
For the opposition, the lesson is clear.
The SLPP’s strategy lies not only in introducing young leaders but in selecting those whose appearance and background embody integrity, vision, and a break from the old ways of governance.
It is not enough to parade younger faces while retaining corrupt ideologies.
Real change will only come when the opposition breaks free from its past, tribal sentiments, and champions leaders who genuinely represent a new dawn for Sierra Leone.
This is where the opposition must rise to the occasion.
Sierra Leoneans are yearning for real change—change that will pull the nation out of its socio-economic struggles and political stagnation.
The opposition must meet this demand by presenting fresh leadership that not only looks the part but possesses the moral authority to challenge the current administration on all fronts.
As someone who has closely followed the trends of Sierra Leone’s politics, I firmly believe that fresh faces are necessary to breathe new life into our governance.
This new leadership must bring a sense of renewal—a break from entrenched power structures that have failed to deliver on the promises of development and democracy.
The time for an overhaul of Sierra Leone’s political system is now. We cannot continue to recycle old ideas and leaders while expecting different results. Sierra Leone needs young, quality leaders who can bring about the change we all yearn for. This is not simply about age but about integrity, fresh ideas, and a vision for a better future. We need leadership untainted by the corruption and inefficiencies that have plagued our political system for decades.
Sierra Leone’s political future hinges on the decisions we make today.
The clock is ticking, and the time for a revolution—one that is peaceful but purposeful—is upon us.
As Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed.”
Sierra Leoneans must demand that change, not through violence or division, but by uniting behind leaders committed to a new way of governing.
The 2028 elections present the perfect opportunity for this fresh start.
The opposition must rise to the challenge and offer the people of Sierra Leone a real alternative—leaders who will not replicate the old system but reform and reimagine it for the better.
Let us push for a new and fresh revolution.
Let us demand quality leadership, young blood, and a departure from the status quo. The time is, the hour is now.
Sierra Leone cannot afford to wait any longer.
Sierra Leone’s next chapter is Dr Samura MW Kamara President Elect, and his tenure will commence soon. Maada Bio is the enemy of Sierra Leone and until you speak truth to power, we are doom as a country. Since 1961, people are economical with the truth destroying development, undermining Democracy and constitutional rule. This MUST stop as a nation. There is sharp difference between Dr Samura MW Kamara President Elect, who is a Technocrat, professional, honest, sincere, credible, whose fine record speaks volumes, and an opportunist, who is clueless about how an administration of a country runs, even an elderly lady who sells pepper has better managerial skills than Maada Bio, can never do what’s right for the love of country. He is selfish, undemocratic, wasted his life for 22years without a job. We will never accept his election thievery for a second term. He must resign or action taken against him.
If Sierra Leoneans actually need to change for a better, we must start with Ma’ada Bio who is now the Pharoah of Sierra Leone. Why do we need to give him more time till 2028 to continue his destruction of Sierra Leone?
Ma’ada Bio has done everything bad to the people of Sierra Leone. He is ruling the country as aTyrant. Or as a DICTATOR. Ma’ada Bio has killer over a thousand innocent people in this country in the presence of all your qualified people you now think can save us.
Ma’ada Bio has Openly stollen our Democratic Rights ( Elections)Broadway in this country. Even many of our Narrow minded people in the Opposition, the APC party the Executive members only believe that the only way we can take away power from the Tyrant, Ma’ada Bio is by demonstration. To me, This means giving Ma’ada Bio more opportunities to kill more people in this country. Ma’ada Bio was able to Capture all the STATES institutions including the Executive members of the Main Opposition Party (APC) members. All the Executive members of the APC party are on PAY ROLL at the SIERRA ROCK. Those Executive members are currently campaigning for Ma’ada Bio to continue ruling this country until he thinks enough is enough.
Ma’ada Bio has even STOLEN and Exported all the vehicles bought for the conduct of the June 24 th 2023elections in Sierra Leone. Aoart from that Ma’ada Bio has also stolen over 250 Land Cruisers