The Sierra Leone Football Association has issued a Public notice reacting to the tragic accident on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 involving Ports Authority Football Club on their way to Kenema to honor a Premier League fixture.

Extending their sincere condolences, SLFA revealed that their hearts go out to the club, families and friends of the individuals who lost their lives, including the Head Coach Lamin Bangura.
An excerpt of the Press Release reads “We are also keeping in our thoughts the players and officials who were seriously injured in the accident. We pray for their swift and full recovery, and we stand ready to offer any support or assistance that may be needed during this difficult time”

They affirmed that that the President of the Sierra Leone Football Association Thomas Daddy Brima, the Executive Committee and the entire football community are with Ports Authority in these brutally difficult times.

Meanwhile, The President of the Sierra Leone Football Association, Thomas Daddy Brima took to tweeter with a after the tragic incident “My deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Lamin Bangura, a true legend of Sierra Leone football. His passing is a great loss to the football community. My thoughts are also with the injured players from the tragic accident. May they find strength and comfort during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Lamin Bangura. Your legacy will always be remembered,”

sympathizing with the leadership, SLFA  send their love love and support to the leadership and fans of Ports Authority Football Club and the entire Sierra Leone football family.