Concerns over transparency and impartiality have surfaced within the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), with several stakeholders accusing the Executive Committee (Exco) of bias in handling key governance and financial matters.

The allegations center on the Exco’s management of financial reporting, administrative decisions, and accountability, with critics claiming a failure to address critical issues raised by members of the football community. Key figures within Sierra Leone’s football structure, particularly from the Women’s Premier League Board, have expressed dissatisfaction with the SLFA’s handling of financial reports, highlighting selective accountability as a major concern.

“We expect the SLFA to uphold the highest standards of transparency and fairness, but what we are seeing instead is partiality in addressing these critical issues. This undermines the trust we place in the leadership,” said a source familiar with the matter.

One of the most contentious issues involves the lack of transparency surrounding major sponsorship deals and government allocations for football development. Stakeholders have questioned the distribution of funds, calling for more detailed and open financial reporting.

As frustrations grow, calls for a review of the SLFA’s internal governance structures are mounting. Many stakeholders are urging the association to adopt a more transparent and equitable approach to decision-making and financial oversight to restore confidence in its leadership.

The SLFA has yet to publicly respond to the concerns, but the ongoing tensions underscore the need for swift action to address governance issues that could impact the future of football in Sierra Leone.