Former Member of Parliament and leader of the National Grand Coalition (NGC) party, Kandeh Kolleh Yumkella, has accepted President Julius Maada Bio’s appointment as Chairman of the Special Initiative for Climate Change, Renewable Energy, and Food Security in Sierra Leone.

Yumkella expressed gratitude to the President for his trust and confidence in his abilities, vowing to work tirelessly to achieve President Bio’s vision of a more progressive, prosperous, and inclusive Sierra Leone.

In a tweet acknowledging the appointment, Yumkella emphasized the importance of eco-innovation and the creation of a greener and sustainable future for all, including the preservation of the blue economy.

He also mentioned that the Progressive Alliance is ready to support President Bio’s vision for a greener and more secure future for all Sierra Leoneans.

“I have the honor to accept President Julius Maada Bio appointment as Chairman of the Special Initiative for Climate Change, Renewable Energy and Food Security. I thank the President for his trust and confidence in my abilities and will do my very best to achieve his vision of a more progressive, prosperous and inclusive Sierra Leone. Together, let’s promote eco-innovation, create a greener and sustainable future for all, including preserving the blue-economy. The Progressive Alliance stands ready to support your vision for a greener and more secure future for all Sierra Leoneans,” Yumkella twitted.

His acceptance came following a recent Public Notice from State House that it has pleased His Excellency the President, Brigadier [R.t.d] Dr. Julius Maada Bio to announce his appoint.