A delegation from the National Olympic Committee of Sierra Leone has paid a courtesy call on Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio on Wednesday 17th January 2023 at state House.
The Minister of Sports, Augusta James Teima presents the New Leadership of the National Olympic Committee of Sierra Leone, NOC- SL.
President of NOC-SL, Prince Vandy Sualley, thanked President Bio for making time to receive them, adding that it had always been a tradition for them to pay a courtesy visit and present the new leadership.
He said the Committee had also agreed to present the President with a plaque, on behalf of the African Olympic in recognition of his support and contributions to games and sports.
Mr Sualley also presented an invitation letter for the upcoming Commonwealth Games, scheduled to hold in Paris, France this year. During those games, he assured the President of their commitment to raising the country’s flag.
In his response, President Bio thanked and appreciated the Committee for the courtesy call while congratulating them on their new roles. He admonished them to do their best to ensure that they motivated other people looking forward to participating in the games.