03/07/2026
The Mayor of Makeni, , has expressed disappointment over President Julius Maada Bio statement that 60โ70% of electricity supplied to Makeni is not paid for.
According to Mayor Abubakarr Kamara, the people of Makeni feel disappointed and disgraced by the President remarks, insisting that they do not appreciate the statement. He questioned the basis of the figures, asking where the reported 60โ70% non-payment rate came from.
The Mayor further argued that Makeni residents have endured nearly six months without a reliable electricity supply, making the President comments difficult for the people of the city to accept.