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05/09/2025

APC 7 YEARS OF BULLDOG'S BARKING
For seven years now, Sierra Leone's political opposition-the All People's Congress (APC)-has occupied a frustrating space in the nation's political arena. Once seen a formidable party that dominated national politics for over a decade, the APC has been reduced to a shadow of its former self: a toothless bulldog that only barks but cannot bite. Instead of providing the credible, forceful, and solution-oriented opposition that Sierra Leone so desperately needs, the APC has been trapped in endless grumbling, internal wrangling, and a politics of pulling down the ruling Sierra Leone People's Party (SLPP) without offering any alternative blueprint for national development.

This political inertia has not only weakened the APC itself but has also deprived Sierra Leoneans of the strong opposition necessary for a healthy democracy. In democratic governance, the role of the opposition is not simply to criticize but to offer constructive alternatives, hold the government accountable, and present the people with hope that a better future is possible. Unfortunately, the APC of today seems content to bark loudly in Parliament, at press conferences, and on social media, but lacks the bite-the seriousness, strategy, and vision-that could bring about real change in Sierra Leone.

Seven Years of Grumbling and Inaction:

Since 2018, when President Julius Maada Bio and the SLPP reclaimed power, the APC has struggled to redefine itself. Rather than focusing on policy, strategy, and innovative alternatives, the party has wallowed in a cycle of complaints. While some of these grievances are valid-such as the controversial 2023 elections and the shrinking democratic space under Bio-the APC has relied too heavily on victimhood as a political strategy. Simply crying foul about electoral injustices, regional favoritism, or SLPP's failures cannot replace the responsibility to actively contribute to governance through constructive criticism and policy suggestions.

Sierra Leoneans are tired of a politics of lamentation. The people want leadership-whether in government or opposition. Yet the APC has failed to demonstrate that it is ready to lead again. By only focusing on pointing out the failures of the SLPP without putting forward viable solutions, the party has become monotonous, predictable, and increasingly irrelevant.

No Tangible Contributions to National Politics:

In seven years, Sierra Leoneans can hardly point to any concrete policy or initiative driven by the APC that has meaningfully shaped national politics. The party has had opportunities to propose economic reforms, advocate for sustainable energy policies, or provide serious critiques of the government's failed "Feed Salone" and "Free Quality Education" projects. Instead, APC MPs and leaders are often absent in important debates or reduced to making noise without substance.

A strong opposition should engage with national budgets, scrutinize development plans, and present alternative visions on education, agriculture, youth empowerment, and healthcare. Yet the APC has often remained silent or disorganized in such critical discussions, leaving the SLPP to dominate the political discourse unchallenged. This silence has reinforced the perception that the APC has no direction, no vision, and no courage to challenge the government meaningfully.

Busy Reacting to SLPP Intimidation:

The APC has also invested too much energy in destructive politics. Instead of prioritizing development-oriented opposition, the party has made it its mission to bring down the SLPP at all costs. While challenging government failures is necessary, the APC's approach has often been shallow-more personal, tribal, and sensational than policy-driven.

For instance, instead of rigorously deconstructing SLPP's economic failures with clear evidence and alternatives, APC politicians often rely on rhetoric and propaganda. This strategy may excite partisan supporters in the short term, but it does not inspire confidence among the wider Sierra Leonean populace, who are hungry for solutions to poverty, unemployment, corruption, and the rising cost of living.

Internal Wrangling and Leadership Vacuum:

One of the biggest reasons for the APC's current bulldoggish attitude is its internal disunity. The party has spent years entangled in factional disputes, leadership struggles, and court cases. This infighting has crippled its ability to present a united front against the SLPP. The leadership vacuum has been glaring, with no clear figure emerging as a credible and visionary leader who can galvanize the party and inspire the nation.



Contrast this with the past, when strong personalities like Siaka Stevens and Ernest Bai Koroma provided a sense of direction. Today's APC seems rudderless, leaving Sierra Leoneans disillusioned about its capacity to reclaim power or deliver meaningful change.



A Call to Action:

If the APC truly wishes to return to power and win the trust of Sierra Leoneans again, it must abandon this toothless politics of barking without biting. The party must rise above victimhood, factionalism, and empty rhetoric. It must:

Present Clear Alternatives - Propose policies on agriculture, education, energy, and job creation that Sierra Leoneans can rally behind.

Strengthen Internal Democracy - Resolve internal conflicts and establish a united, credible leadership structure.

Engage Constructively - Criticize government failures but with substance, facts, and alternative solutions.

Reconnect with Citizens - Move beyond tribal politics and engage with ordinary Sierra Leoneans on the issues that affect their daily lives.

Rebrand as a Progressive Force - The APC must show Sierra Leoneans that it is not simply hungry for power but committed to genuine national development.

For too long, Sierra Leoneans have endured a weak opposition. An ineffective APC has given the ruling SLPP room to operate with little accountability, worsening corruption, economic hardship, and democratic backsliding. The APC cannot afford to continue as a toothless bulldog-it must rediscover its bite. The people of Sierra Leone deserve more than grumbling and political pettiness. They deserve an opposition that offers vision, courage, and solutions.

If the APC fails to rise to this challenge, it risks becoming irrelevant in the nation's future. And Sierra Leone, tragically, will continue to suffer the consequences of weak opposition and unaccountable governance.

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05/09/2025

For Fair Leadership Contest… Chief Sam Sumana Urges APC to Remove “Discriminatory Clause”
By Janet Aminata Sesay

In a move aimed at strengthening democratic principles and fairness within the All People’s Congress (APC) party ahead of the crucial 2026 National Delegates Convention that will consequently elect its Leader and Flagbearer for the 2028 elections, Chief Sam Sumana has unequivocally called on the APC to expunge what he described as “the discriminatory clause” of five years continuous membership from its constitution, if the party truly seeks to conduct a fair, inclusive, transparent leadership election process.

His statement at a well-publicized press conference at the Radisson Blu Hotel on Wednesday, 3rd September, 2025, that has captured the attention of Sierra Leoneans and political observers alike, the former Vice President of Sierra Leone and a prominent APC member, emphasized his unwavering membership of the APC party and his commitment to peace, unity, and the development of the nation.

In a candid statement, Chief Samsumana dilated on the controversies surrounding his political journey, his stance on the APC’s future, and his vision for Sierra Leone’s progress. The Kono Political Strongman began by advocating for forgiveness, invoking his religious teachings that emphasize pardoning those who have wronged him. “I have forgiven what the APC did to me,” he declared, highlighting his willingness to move beyond those past grievances.

He reiterated his readiness to support the APC in its quest to win the upcoming elections, but highlighted that no political party has the right to enact laws that contravene the Constitution of Sierra Leone, Act No. 6 of 1991.

In a firm tone, Chief Samsumana assured supporters and party members that he remains committed to the victory the APC party and pointed out: “I shall stand to make sure that I support the APC to win the next election,” he declared and encouraged APC party members not to harbor fears, rather, they work to foster a level playing field where the best candidate can emerge, declaring: “Let the best person win,” while emphasizing the significance of integrity and fairness within the party.

He also called on APC members to set a good example, stressing that unity and discipline are essential for the party’s revival. “I have done everything humanly possible not to take to arms but I run, for he who runs lives to fight another day,” Sumana said, underscoring his commitment to peaceful political engagement. He assured that he will not support any action that could plunge Sierra Leone into chaos or anarchy. “I am born APC and I am living APC; and I will die APC,” the World renowned Peace Ambassador stated.

Addressing rumors and past disputes, Sumana dismissed claims that he is not qualified to contest for the APC’s flag bearer position. He explained that he was removed from office not through legal channels but through internal party disagreements, and clarified that he did not leave the APC but was expelled.

He pointed out that he was also asked to lead the C4C party, which he did not establish but that he was invited to lead the party at the 2017 elections.

Chief Samsumana pointed out that the current situation is not about personal grievances; but about focusing on the future. “It is nobody’s business concerning what transpired between me and former President, Ernest Bai Koroma,” he said, urging all party members to look forward and reconcile.

He recalled his reinstatement into the APC but criticized Article 61(b) of the revised 2020 APC Constitution which states: “For a member to be eligible to be voted for as a Presidential Candidate, that member must have been a registered paid-up member of the party for the continuous period of not less than five years” describing the clause as “discriminatory and unfair” and that, “it grossly contravenes” the 1991 Constitution of Sierra Leone, particularly Section 171(15), which, he maintains, qualifies him to run for the APC flag bearer race.

He called on the party to remove the clause in the spirit of fairness, unity and a just election process that seeks to elect a leader that is popular and of the will of the people-in this case, the will of the members of the APC party.

Throughout his speech, Sumana demonstrated a steadfast desire for peace and reconciliation. He expressed his willingness to serve as an Ambassador of Peace and working for the unification of the APC, regardless of internal divisions. “We are not many who have it,” he said, referring to the influence and leadership he believes he possesses and can provide.

He also voiced concerns over unresolved issues within the party, noting that the APC Elders Council has so far lacked the moral uprightness to address critical internal disputes such the one directly involving his “orchestrated” disqualification from contesting for the party’s leadership. He therefore declared: “Since they have not resolved the Sam Sumana 28 matter, I have submitted our documents of complaint to the PPRC for its adjudication,” while emphasizing that action as his preference to avoid legal battles, but rather to seek an amicable solution to has become the biggest anathema the party has faced in decades of its existence.

In closing, Pomasu Sahr Samuel Samsumana called on APC members and all Sierra Leoneans to prioritize good governance, the rule of law, separation of powers, and imbibe astute patriotism. “I am not just working to develop the APC but to develop the country,” he affirmed, reiterating his dedication to national progress and unity.

These remarks of a Political dinosaur from Sando Chiefdom in Kono District have come at a critical juncture for the APC and Sierra Leone’s political landscape.

His call for reconciliation, unity, and adherence to constitutional civility underscores a desire for stability and progress in a political party of which his late father Tamba Sumana of Yormandu in Sandor Chiefdom, Kono District was one of the critical funders of the party since its inception and was a pioneer in the establishment of the party in Kono District in the 1960s through to the 1980s. One of the significant socioeconomic infrastructural development that still remains a legacy of the late APC guru in Kono District, is the construction of the Baffin Bridge across the Baffin River at Yormandu, significantly contributed to heartening the hearts and minds of Kono people to the APC at a time when it appeared dominated by the Sierra Leone People’s Party under the towering influence of people like the late Paul Dumbar. His solemn but frank proposition to the political party of his birth therefore, should not be mistaken as any undermining antics, but one that seeks to heal, unite and pave a smooth road for the party’s re-emergence to power in 2028.

The former Vice President said he is a proud member of the All People’s Congress Party and extended his heartfelt goodwill message of unity and togetherness to every member of the party, while reminding them: “In these challenging times, it is crucial that we stand together as a united party by embracing our diversity in terms of tribe and region and to work towards our common goal. Let us foster peace, understanding and collaboration; not just within our borders but across the globe," he urged, affirming that in togetherness they can build a stronger APC party, and build a brighter Sierra Leone where every voice is heard, every person is valued and everyone is a beneficiary of the national good.

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04/09/2025

Journalist Rescues Woman From Threat Of FGM Initiation And Flee For Their Lives
By Posseh Kamara

A harrowing tale of defiance, danger, and desperation is unfolding in Sierra Leone as journalist Desmond Tunde Coker and his girlfriend, Fatmata Mansaray, flee for their lives after resisting the forced initiation of her children into a secret society (Bondo) that practices Female Ge***al Mutilation (FGM).

Desmond, known for his fearless reporting on gender-based violence, FGM, and secret societies, had been in a relationship with Fatmata for over five months. Their love took him frequently to Makeni in Northern Sierra Leone, where Fatmata lived. But what began as a private affair turned into a public nightmare after the death of Fatmata’s grandmother; the revered leader of the Bondo Society- a secret for women in Sierra Leone notorious for the practice of Female Ge***al Mutilation (FGM).

Upon her grandmother’s passing, Fatmata was named successor-a traditional expectation that would force her to take on the role of leading initiation ceremonies, including subjecting her own children to the brutal practice. Haunted by her own traumatic experience of being initiated, she resisted. But resistance came at a heavy price.

On April 2, 2025, after days of mounting pressure and threats from Bondo society members, Fatmata called Desmond in terror. She revealed the unimaginable - the society had forcibly taken her children to the ‘Bondo Bush’ for initiation them against their will and her own will as their mother.

Desmond immediately left Freetown for Makeni. What he encountered was a scene of horror. In the chaos that followed his confrontation with the initiators, Desmond set fire to the 'Bondo Bush' the heart of the secret society operations. The flames consumed the site; a symbolic and literal act of rebellion.

The two, Desmond and Fatmata, attempted to escape with the children, but were only able to flee with their own lives. The children remained behind; leaving Desmond and Fatmata devastated but determined to survive.

With them now on warrant, from the police with members of the Bondo society also searching for them, the two went into hiding. Aided by an unnamed individual, they managed to leave the country, their passports handed over without even knowing their final destination; a desperate move driven by the real fear of persecution or torture if they are caught.

Desmond and Fatmata are now fugitives, hunted by the very society he had written against for years, and pursued under charges of malicious damage and arson contrary to Sierra Leone’s Malicious Damage Act of 1861.

[caption id="attachment_12150" align="alignnone" width="508"] Fatmata Mansaray[/caption]

Despite government warnings against FGM, elements within the state continue to support or turn a blind eye to the activities of the Bondo society. Some high-ranking officials have reportedly undergone the same brutal initiation rites, fueling the cycle of abuse and silence.

In Sierra Leone, where speaking out against FGM can cost a life, Desmond’s journalism had already made him a target. Now, his act of resistance, one borne of love and a desperate attempt to save innocent children, has sealed his fate.

The pair fears returning home, not just because of the threat of imprisonment, but due to widespread reports of torture, and inhumane treatment in detention.

FGM remains a deadly and devastating tradition in parts of Sierra Leone. Despite increasing public disapproval, particularly when it involves children without consent, enforcement remains weak. Many victims are left scarred, some never able to bear children again. Others, tragically, die in silence.

Desmond and Fatmata are now voices in exile, torn from their homeland, hunted by powerful traditionalists with support from a notorious security apparatus. The children of Fatmata are now at the mercy of the Bondo Initiators with their lives hanging in a balance between whether they will survive the excruciating pans of the raw initiation exercise which has been the result of death of a substantial number of such Initiates more so below their ages of consent.

Their story paints a grim picture of a country caught between tradition and human rights; between silence and the urgent cry for change.

This is not just a story of love and loss. It is a story of survival in the face a rejection of an archaic tradition and an act of rebellion that has offended the law of the land for which lies serious consequences of imprisonment, torture and other forms of inhuman treatments.

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03/09/2025

SLAM-Global’s Wake-Up Call: Sierra Leone Deserves Truth, Justice, And Real Leadership
In Sierra Leone’s fragile democracy, the voices of ordinary citizens are often drowned out by the loud rhetoric of politicians fighting for power. Yet, every so often, a voice rises above the noise to remind the nation that governance is not about political survival or international image—it is about service, truth, and justice. That is the essence of SLAM-Global’s recent press release, which speaks to the heart of Sierra Leone’s crisis: a nation betrayed by failed leadership, weakened institutions, and unbearable living conditions.

At its core, SLAM-Global’s statement is not just a critique of government; it is a piercing cry for accountability across the political divide. Both the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and the opposition All People’s Congress (APC) come under fire for prioritizing power struggles and personal ambition over the daily struggles of Sierra Leoneans. The message is clear: the country can no longer be led by silence, denial, and cover-ups.

Truth and Transparency: The Election Question

One of SLAM-Global’s boldest demands is directed at the Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone (ECSL). The organization insists that the ECSL must release the official polling station results of the disputed 2023 elections. Without transparency, the foundation of democracy is hollow.

SLAM-Global warns that national unity cannot be built on lies or concealment. Sierra Leoneans, they argue, deserve to know the truth of what happened at the ballot box. By suppressing this information, the ECSL not only undermines trust in the system but also fuels division and instability. A country that wishes to move forward cannot do so while dragging the chains of unresolved electoral grievances.

This call resonates strongly with citizens who continue to question the legitimacy of the current government. SLAM-Global’s position is simple yet powerful: truth is the beginning of healing, and without it, reconciliation is impossible.

Leadership in Crisis: The Cult of Self-Image:

The press release spares no one in its critique of Sierra Leone’s political class. From presidential aspirants to high-profile leaders such as Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, SLAM-Global highlights a disturbing trend: leaders who are more concerned with their personal legacy, global recognition, and 2028 political calculations than the urgent needs of citizens today.

This indictment cuts deep. It challenges the prevailing culture where leadership is reduced to speeches, photo opportunities, and political maneuvering, while the real pain of citizens—hunger, joblessness, insecurity—remains unaddressed.

SLAM-Global reminds leaders that true leadership is not about future promises but present action. The people are not asking for polished manifestos; they are asking for clean drinking water, affordable food, electricity, jobs, and justice.

The Daily Struggles of Sierra Leoneans:

Perhaps the most moving part of SLAM-Global’s message lies in its vivid portrayal of Sierra Leone’s economic and social hardships. The statistics are staggering:

Inflation has surged by almost 50%, leaving essential goods out of reach for most households.

Youth unemployment remains above 60%, trapping an entire generation in hopelessness.

Families live in slums with poor housing, open garbage dumps, and no proper drainage.

Access to basic needs such as water, electricity, and sanitation is still a luxury for many.

For ordinary Sierra Leoneans, life has become an exhausting struggle. Parents cannot afford food for their children; young people see no future in their own country; and entire communities live surrounded by filth and insecurity.

SLAM-Global rightly argues that this is not the life Sierra Leoneans deserve in the 21st century, especially after decades of promises from both SLPP and APC governments.

Justice and Accountability: The Forgotten Prisoners:

Another critical issue raised by SLAM-Global is the plight of citizens who remain in detention following the 2023 protests. These men and women, the organization insists, are victims of a system more interested in silencing dissent than upholding justice.

By ignoring their plight, Sierra Leone’s leaders expose their hypocrisy. They speak of peace and unity on international stages while allowing injustice to fester at home. SLAM-Global’s reminder is blunt: there can be no unity without justice, and no justice without accountability.

A Call to Action: Citizens and Leaders:

The most powerful aspect of SLAM-Global’s message is its call not only to leaders but also to ordinary Sierra Leoneans. Citizens are urged to reject complacency, silence, and fear. Change will not come from politicians alone—it must be demanded by the people.

The movement insists that Sierra Leone needs genuine reform, not political gimmicks. Public relations campaigns, staged speeches, and endless promises are meaningless without tangible results. What the country needs is truth, justice, and service-driven leadership.

SLAM-Global’s press release is more than a critique—it is a roadmap for Sierra Leone’s survival. It exposes the failures of both SLPP and APC while offering a vision rooted in accountability and people-centered governance. The message is uncompromising: Sierra Leone cannot afford another cycle of lies, denials, and misplaced priorities.

The country stands at a crossroads. One path leads to continued hardship, division, and mistrust; the other to truth, justice, and renewal. Which path will Sierra Leone take?

If Sierra Leone’s leaders fail to listen, the people must. For in the end, as SLAM-Global reminds us, silence is not unity, and denial is not progress. Only truth and justice can build the Sierra Leone we all deserve.

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02/09/2025

KONO APC POLITICIANS ENDORSE DR. IBRAHIM BANGURA
Momentum for Dr. Ibrahim Bangura’s flagbearer bid within the main opposition All People’s Congress (APC) is gaining strength, following a resounding endorsement from prominent Kono politicians during his recent visit to Mambolo, his hometown in Kambia District.

Veteran journalist and Kono APC member, Dr. David Tam-Baryoh, described Dr. Bangura as a “gem diamond” whose humility and appeal resonate far beyond his home district. Speaking before a packed field of supporters, Dr. Tam-Baryoh declared:

“The greatest quality this candidate has is humility. Even when he calls on children to follow him, he does so with respect. What I have seen and heard here impresses me greatly. You have a pleasant politician and a great man in Dr. Ibrahim Bangura.”

Dr. Tam-Baryoh went further, delivering what he termed a message from Kono District to the people of Mambolo and Kambia at large:

“We in Kono cherish diamonds. When we notice one anywhere, we go for it. You have a diamond here in Dr. Bangura. If you don’t value him, we will take him with us. With the humility he possesses, people want him everywhere, and we in Kono so dearly want him.”

This symbolic endorsement underscores the growing momentum behind Dr. Bangura’s campaign as the APC moves toward its lower-level elections and the National Delegates Convention (NDC) slated for early 2026. Political observers say the development signals an emerging cross-regional alliance, aligning closely with Dr. Bangura’s campaign message of Heal, Unite and Build (HUB).

Earlier at the gathering, Kono politician and former Minister, Karamoh Kabba—dressed in a white t-shirt emblazoned with Dr. Bangura’s portrait—hailed the people of Mambolo for producing “a fine and befitting leader” for the APC. He boldly asserted:

“This is the man who will become the next President of Sierra Leone. Any other candidate is simply ‘Banya-fakie’—a fake.”

As the APC flagbearer race heats up, endorsements from influential figures like Tam-Baryoh and Kabba are likely to strengthen Dr. Bangura’s standing within the party and beyond, positioning him as a formidable contender ahead of the convention.

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02/09/2025

Victory Before Contest

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02/09/2025

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02/09/2025

At Queen Elizabeth II Quay… Africa Global Logistics to Invest $50,000
The Africa Global Logistics company will be investing fifty thousand dollars building projects at the Queen Elizabeth Quay terminal at Client town.

This investment will be for the building of offices, workshops training centers, accessories like solar panels structures, and other projects at the terminal making it to look standard.

This statement was made by the company Regional Managing Director Captain Fabjanko Kokan on Friday 29 August 2025 during a press briefing updating the media about activities they have done and what plans they have next.

Africa Global Logistics, through their three subsidiaries in Sierra Leone, offers to economic operators in Freetown logistics solutions in all sectors of activities that govern economic life in the country.

For more than fifty years Operation as a company through their multimodal logistics solutions (Container and Break bulk Terminal, Clearing and Forwarding which is (Sea and Air Freights), Shipping Agency) they have put their knowledge at the service of socio-economic development in Sierra Leone.

AGL takes an active part in major development projects in Western Africa and their teams are committed to offering tailor-made logistics solutions that meet the specific needs of their customers.

Giving the update, Captain Fabjanko Kokan, the Regional Managing Director for Sierra Leone, Guinea and Liberia said they partner with development organization and they help people who are in need, adding that they have used to help the less privileged people for many years.

Manager Kokan further that the company has been pursuing a policy of empowering Sierra Leoneans thereby contributing to developing the human resources of the nation.

Manager Kokan further that once a year they used to update the media on their activities and planning of their programs, investment and development done, adding that communication is based on transparency and they update the media to let people know about the office.

He noted that over the years the company has hired the services of expert trainers who have built the capacities of locals in the different sectors of the Port.

He added that work done by expatriates could be done by locals if they are empowered, adding that they are passionate about supporting communities where they operate and they are contributing meaningfully to the development of the nation and there is a need for all to stand up for the rights of children in the country.

Captain Kokan also said the company is in the country and everybody knows what they do, adding that this is the time to upgrade as they have about five hundred (500) people working for the company and 99.9% are Sierra Leoneans and so everything about the company is possible for human capital training for other Sierra Leoneans.

He said newcomers are now in the company in the legal department, human resource department and other departments, adding that there is a need to empower women around them so that they have the sense of feeling of how to know what to do and not going in the wrong directions.

Captain Kokan also informs the media that two new machines were brought in July this year for the terminal and they cost huge sum and those machines are being operated by Sierra Leoneans, adding that other machines like tractors, bulldozer and the other equipment are also operated by Sierra Leoneans.

He said recently they just finished training eighty people on how to operate these machines and the trainers came from Abidjan, noting that they also trained students going to colleges and those who are freshly recruited in the company.

Captain Kokan in his update continued that they brought electrical technical tractors from the Port Operation and they will empower people on solar panels making.

He said he saw in the newspaper talking about the signing of ratification of documents of the company which is true, and the company before operation went through Parliament before the documents were ratified and 80% of the people in the country were around and 30% of people from the government were also there.

He further that during the process, they were engaged with so many meetings with the government, Ministers, Port Authority because they are shareholders and partner in the business and after that they government agree for them to operate, adding that the process was very smooth and they have their documents ratified.

He said the company is also engaging in an investment project for the payment of 3, 4, 5 & 6 areas of the terminal because the condition of the quay is not good and it had been made long time and so it needs to be repaired and structure with a better mechanism.

He said soon they will also start to repair of the quay and all this investment will improve the Freetown Port and activities of the Port like capacity of availability to accept new shares will also be involve to operate more quickly and to reduce more wounding and accidents.

Manager Kokan further that there is an arrival of two new machines next year for this project and solar panels are also going to be installed at the terminal, adding that more 2.1 Mega Watt electricity is going to be joined with the solar panels which will be done by EDSA.

He said they will build infrastructure and roofing of the solar panels at the terminal, adding that and all this project has been finance and something great is going to be done early next year.

He said the finance team is also planning to build a new office at the entrance of the terminal which will be a very nice building and it will also be used for official meetings.

Manager Kokan further informed the media that they also need to finalize the payment of debt in which they owe first when started to work, adding that the shipping arrangements of the terminal are not yet done in Logus.

He said the repairing work will be done for a maximum of one year or will be extended to fifteen months for completion, adding that Mercy Ship is also with them working on humanitarian action.

He further that they are going to repair the Logus stores next year, and the total cost of this investment will be fifty thousand dollars.

Manager Kokan further that they have up to five local contractors who are sierra Leoneans for these investment and this will include making of bricks, gloves amongst others.

He said this year they started distributing material equipment to school children in different districts.

He further that during the Ramadan period they also made huge donations to people and they will start giving scholarships to school children.

Patrick from the Security Sector said there are lots of containers waiting to go out of the terminal and their Director is channeling that area.

He said for them they operate twenty four hours unlike the other stakeholders at the terminal and so that is why they called the media to see how best the media can help to spread out this information.

Patrick said for the safety and security they are still going on, adding that for the past years they have put measures in place to ensure that there is safety within the Port.

He said they are training visitors on the shipping line Agency because they did not want to keep the knowledge to themselves, adding that they will also do training and at the end of September.

Nutali Kamara Legal and Compliance Manager of the company said they ensure that their patients emerged well within the mandate of this country and they make smart and ethical decisions.

She further that compliance is at the fore front of the company's integrity and building practices which includes adherence to good conduct and tolerance.

Madam Nutali further that they as company wants to change the mindset of their staff, adding that compliance is not just about legal obligation but to pledges their values and so with those ideas it helps us to know about sustainable environment.

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