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The Tenth Report of the Committee on Appointments and the Public Service, Chaired by the Leader of Government Business, Hon. Mathew Sahr Nyuma, has been debated and approved by Parliament. The following Presidential Nominees were approved by Parliament: 1. Dr. Ibrahim Stevens, Governor Bank of Sierra Leone (BSL) 2. Ing. Alfred Jalil Momodu, Director General Sierra Leone Roads Authority ( SLRA) 3. Augustine Julius Jemeel Tommy, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, National Public Procurement Authority (NPPA) 4. Alhaji Mustapha Turay, Chairman Board of Directors, National Mineral Agency (NMA) 5. Mr. Abu Bakarr Carew, Commissioner, Local Government Services Commission, Western Region and…
Dr Babatunde A. Ahonsi and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Musa Timothy Kabba The outgoing United Nations Resident Coordinator to Sierra Leone Dr. Babatunde A. Ahonsi today bid farewell to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Musa Timothy Kabba in his office. Dr. Ahonsi described his three years of serving in the country as awesome; looking at development initiatives that have been instituted by the Government. “As I leave Sierra Leone, I firmly believe that the important building blocks for economic and social transformation that have been put in place many of which the United Nations…
The First Lady of Nigeria, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu, arrived in Freetown on Thursday 16 for the commemoration of UN World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Sexual Exploitation, Violence, and Abuse on November 18. Dr Fatima Bio graciously welcomed Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu at the Freetown International Airport for the solemn commemoration of the UN World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Sexual Exploitation, Violence, and Abuse on November 18. In a diplomatic and heartfelt gesture, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio extended a warm welcome to Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu, recognizing the shared…
In a glamorous event on 15th November 2023, at Songo Village in Koya Chiefdom, Port Loko District, the Honourable Vice President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, officially launched the road rehabilitation works from Makoloh junction to Koblo-Gulama, formerly Mabang bridge, on the Songo-Moyamba highway. The project is part of the European Union-funded “Moyamba-Moyamba Junction Road and Bridges Project. The construction of the 14km road stretch from Makoloh Junction through Songo and to Koblo-Gulama Bridge started on 1st November after the EU and the Ministry of Finance agreed on the commencement of the construction work after…
Dr. Turad Senessie Lands Minister, Dr. Turad Senesie, is enjoying field day as he keeps taking possession of private lands under the pretext of state lands. Since being appointed to serve in that office, concerns and complaints from the public kept rising, with the majority expressing frustration, anger, and bitterness at the Minister and some of his officials, over what they described as a ‘‘corporate bully’’. Dr. Turad Senessie, who is claiming to have the blessing and protection of President Julius Maada Bio, is offending members of the public, who are now crying for justice. Among those who have filed…
By Serge Kurschat At the dawn of the 21st century, Sierra Leone was in the midst of economic and social depression. Endless, bloody and brutal wars taking place. Through a unique and disconcerting double look, at the military side and the population side, the author highlights the workings and games of war.“It is not enough to show just one side of the soldier, that of the bloodthirsty killer and war criminal, as some people like to present him. We must also, without idolising him, highlight the soldier who saves lives. Violence breeds violence and only leads to countries ravaged by absurd…
The Minister of Finance, Sheku Ahmed Fantamadi Bangura, has stated that the 5% Import duty tax restored on imported rice in the 2024 Finance Act will not only raise revenue for the government but also protect and promote local rice production in the country. He made this clarification while responding to concerns and comments from Members of Parliament during the debate on the FY 2024 Finance Act. The Minister further stated that this proposal will support the Feed Salone programme by ring-fencing the funds from this tax to support rice production. According to the Minister, this Finance Act also exempts…
His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio has received two significant reports from The National COVID-19 Emergency Response Center (NaCOVERC), noting that his government’s well-informed measures and response to the global pandemic earned Sierra Leone the admiration of the world. Dr. Amara Jambai, head of the delegation and Chairperson of NaCOVERC, conveyed his pleasure in informing the President about the completion of two crucial reports: the Intra-Action Review Report (IAR), and the National COVID-19 Report for the period 2020-2022. The report details the findings of an IAR that was undertaken on the 22nd and 23rd of September 2020, to review…
Shadi Gerjawi made this statement on Monday during an interview with the media at the ongoing National Youth and Entrepreneurship Fair (NYEEF) held at the Bintumani International Conference Center, West of Freetown, Managing Director of Africell Sierra Leone Limited (Africell SL Ltd), Shadi Gerjawi, described the National Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship Fair (NYEEF) as a bridge between employer and employee in the country. “At the end of this fair, potential employees need the space to interact with employers, and know what they are yearning to show their talent and skills, they also have the opportunity to drop their CV and…
The Commissioner of NaCSA, Ambassador Ernest Mbaimba Ndomahina and his Deputy, Jimmy Batilo Songa, on behalf of the President Julius Maada Bio, handed over two waste collection trucks to Her Worship the Mayor of Freetown City Council (FCC). This intervention is part of the Green Public Works (GPW) subcomponent of the Productive Social Safety Nets and Youth Employment (PSSNYE) project. The GPW will provide temporary employment for 7,000 youths in rural areas and 6,000 youths in urban areas. At least 50 per cent of all youths supported will be female youths, and 15 per cent will be persons with disabilities.…