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28/02/2026

*PARLIAMENT APPROVES CHIEF ELECTORAL COMMISSIONER, AND SEVEN OTHERS*

The Sixth Report of the Committee on Appointments and Public Service, chaired by the Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business, Hon. Mathew Sahr Nyuma was on Friday, 27/02/2026 debated and approved by Parliament.

The following presidential nominees were approved by Parliament:

1. Mr. Edmond Sylvester Alpha, Chief Electoral Commissioner and Chairman, Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone (ECSL)
2. Mr. Gerald Demby Chairman, Board of Directors National Water Resources Management Agency
3. Madam Isata Marah Chairman, National Social Security and Insurance Trust Board of Trustees
4. Ms. Edwina Berewa Esq. Member, Board of Directors, Sierra Leone Commercial Bank (SLBC)
5. Ms. Lucretia Marian Shereef, Member, Board of Directors, Guma Valley Water Company
6. Mr. Yayah Bashiru Kargbo, Member, Board of Trustees, Sierra Leone Students Loan Scheme
7. Mr. Sheikh Rahman Kamara, Member Board of Directors, Sierra Leone Commercial Bank (SLCB) and
8. Mr. Milton Augustine Koroma, Member, National Social Security and Insurance Trust Board of Trustees

Presenting the nominees to the plenary, the Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business, Hon. Mathew Sahr Nyuma explained to Members of Parliament how the aforesaid appointees were interviewed. According to the Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business, the nominees were interviewed under oath and issues pertaining to their experiences gained over the years and track records. He said the Committee followed the right procedures relating to the appointment of the Chief Electoral Commissioner. The Leader said that they also probed into other issues, which included tax obligations, asset declaration, and vision for a productive tenure of their appointments. He proceeded by telling colleague Members of Parliament that other matters regarding the nominees were critically looked into.

Hon. Nyuma also stated that the Report reflects the views of the Committee. He singled out one of the nominees, Edmond Sylvester Alpha, Chief Electoral Commissioner, as someone with integrity and a diligent election administrator. ‘’Out of 17 registered political parties, 13 approved the nomination of the Chief Electoral Commissioner’’, he said. Hon. Nyuma systematically named all political parties that approved the nomination of the Chief Electoral Commissioner.

Seconding the motion, the Deputy Majority and Leader of Government Business 1, Hon. Bashiru Silikie referenced Section 61 of the 1991 Constitution of Sierra Leone, which gave the President the power to hire and fire. He added that appointees are assured of their job only after parliamentary approval and went on to admonish the nominees to prioritize performance over excuses. He singled out the nomination of Edmond Alpha, describing his exceptional character of improving the electoral sector. He said that despite SLPP losing power in 2007, the party worked collaboratively with the previous government for the progress of Sierra Leone. ‘’There is no way, we will bring someone out of Sierra Leone to manage the election, only Sierra Leoneans themselves will manage the elections", he said. Referencing the tripartite recommendations, the Deputy Leader said, all recommendations in the tripartite have been fulfilled by the Government. He described the APC party as a bad loser and that supporters of the party have been preaching hate messages across the country. He admonished the Chief Electoral Commissioner, Edmond Alpha, to treat his colleague workers at the Commission with atmost respect and work in unity for the development of Sierra Leone. ’’Conduct the upcoming elections with transparency, and that no political party should intimidate you or put you under pressure", he said. Hon. Bashiru Silikie ended by admonishing all nominees to work devotedly for the growth and development of Sierra Leone.

Hon. PC Kargobai described all appointees as qualified and fit for their various nominations. ’’We know the nominees are qualified and want Parliament to speedily approve them", he said.

Hon. Mohamed Bangura from Karene District categorically stated that he was speaking on behalf of the opposition. He commended President Julius Maada Bio for being compliant with provisions in the 1991 Constitution of Sierra Leone regarding the nomination of the appointees. ‘’I’m speaking not only for the APC party but for all opposition parties in the country’’, he said. He also said that the appointment of the Chief Electoral Commissioner was timely for the peace of the country. ‘’This morning, I will be supporting the appointment and approval of the Chief Electoral Commissioner‘’, he said.
Hon. Bangura eloquently delivered an exceptional speech on patriotism. "Country first, and national development," he maintained. He frowned at the absence of other members of the opposition during parliamentary sittings; and encouraged the opposition to dialogue with the government for the development of Sierra Leone. ‘’If you want to win elections, forget about what the ruling government is doing, focus on strategies to win elections", he said. He ended by encouraging the Chief Electoral Commissioner to be transparent and diligent in his functions. ’’I want to wholeheartedly support the nomination of Edmond Alpha as the Chief Electoral Commissioner for Sierra Leone and the other nominees", he ended.

Hon. Neneh Lebbie, Deputy Whip 2, representing Bo District considered the nomination of the Chief Electoral Commissioner as very special and that she believed that Edmond Alpha would bring more developments in the Electoral Commission. She admonished the female nominees to work with dedication and devotion to duties in the various institutions, they have been nominated to serve. "I know, the Chief Electoral Commissioner will serve Sierra Leone diligently’’, she said. Hon. Neneh Lebbie continued that the Female Parliamentary Caucus will conduct monitoring to ensure that women are properly taken care of at the Commission.

In his submission to the debate, the Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Ibrahim Tawa Conteh began his statement by referencing certain provisions in the 1991 Constitution of Sierra Leone. He described the APC as a deceitful party and that they wanted nothing good for the party. He described the consultation format of President Bio with respect to the appointment of the Chief Electoral Commissioner as civilized and the right process as inscribed in the 1991 Constitution of Sierra Leone. He cited Section 89 of the said Constitution and affirmed the full approval of the Chief Electoral Commissioner. He encouraged the Chief Electoral Commissioner to ensure thresholds are met for transparent elections' observers in the country. He ended by admonishing all nominees to prioritize national interests in their respective institutions.

Concluding the debate on the side of the Government, the Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business, Hon. Mathew Sahr Nyuma said the nominees were vetted by the Committee and could confirm their qualifications and competencies in tandem with their appointments by President Bio. He categorically stated that the current Parliament is not a rubberstamp Parliament and that its leadership is always committed to ensuring due processes are being followed. ‘’The opposition APC party is on record for bad governance in Sierra Leone", Hon. Nyuma said. Hon. Mathew Sahr Nyuma said that despite the series of humiliations meted on President Bio, he remained peaceful and diligent to National Development. Referencing the late Solomon Berewa, Hon. Nyuma commended the leadership of SLPP for demonstrating citizenship since after independence for the peace and tranquillity of Sierra Leone. He expressed dissatisfaction over the unpatriotic behaviour of the APC as a political party. ‘’We are not responsible if your education can not make you to be a civilized person’’, he said. Hon. Nyuma added that the Government has no regrets for appointing Edmond Alpha as the Chief Electoral Commissioner of Sierra Leone to manage electoral affairs in the country. Hon. Mathew Sahr Nyuma concluded by admonishing the Chief Electoral Commissioner and all other nominees to implement their respective expertise for the progress and development of Sierra Leone.

After the approval, the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Segepoh Solomon Thomas encouraged the nominees to diligently work and deliver for the people of Sierra Leone.

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27/02/2026

Deputy Speaker of the Sierra Leone Parliament Hon Ibrahim Tawa Conteh joins MPs to mourn the late Hon. Mariama Ella Goba at Parliament Building

26/02/2026

Deputy Speaker of Sierra Leone Parliament Hon. Ibrahim Tawa Conteh attends the NGO-Parliamentary Dialogue Session to boost inclusive governance.

26/02/2026

PARLIAMENT RATIFIES LUNGI COMPLEX, PRESIDENTIAL VILLA AND OTHER AGREEMENTS

The Parliament of Sierra Leone on Monday, 25/2/2026, unanimously debated and ratified series of agreements between the Government of the Republic of Sierra Leone and other entities for the enhancement and development of the nation.

The following agreements were ratified by Parliament;

1. Public Private Partnership Agreement for the Design and Construction of the Lungi Hotel Congress Center and Presidential Villains and Operational Management of the Lungi Hotel by and Between the Government of Sierra Leone and FB Group ULUSLARARASI YATIRM VE DIS Ticaret Anonim Sirketi dated 16th February 2026
2. Financing Agreement (Additional) Financing for Harmonizing and Improving Statistics in West African Project Between Republic of Sierra Leone and International Development Association.
3. Loan Agreement for Financing the Republic of Sierra Leone’s Contribution in the Capital increase of the African Solidarity Fund Between Republic of Sierra Leone and the ARAB Bank for Economic Development in African.
4. Financing Agreement (Sierra Leone Water Security and WASH Access) Improvement Project as Phase 1 of A Multi _Phase Programmatic Approach Program Between Republic of Sierra Leone and International Development Association .
5. Grant Agreement Amongst Republic of Sierra Leone and African Development Bank and African Development Fund As Executing Agreement of the Global Environment Facility Multinational Scaling up Investment and Technology Transfer to Facilitate Capacity Strengthening and Technical Assistance for the Improvemention of Stockholm and Minamata Conventions in African LDC (AFLDC_2)
6. Facility Agreement dated 27th November 2025 Between Republic of Sierra Leone as Borrower with ARAB Bank for Economic development in African (BADEA) As Lender Financing the Import of Rice and Food Products of ARAB, African or International Origin to the Benefit of Republic of Sierra Leone.
7. Least Development Countries Fund Grant Agreement (Third Additional Financing for the West African Food System) Resilience program (FSRP) Phase 2 project Between Republic of Sierra Leone and International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (Acting as an Implementing Agency of the Least Development Countries Fund).
8. Programme Agreement Amongst Secretariat of the Mano River Union and Republic of Liberia and Republic of Sierra Leone and African Development Bank and African Development Fund Regional Components of Mano River Union Road Development and Transport Facilitation Programme _Phase lv.
9. Loan Agreement Construction of BAUYA_BENDUCHA Road Project Between the Republic of Sierra Leone and the ARAB Bank For Economic development in African dated 15th January 2026.
10. Livestock and Livelihoods Development Program (LLDP) Loan Agreement Between the Opec Fund for International Development and the Republic of Sierra Leone.

Presenting a series of agreements before Parliament, the Minister of Finance, Sheku Ahmed Fantamadi Bangura described the agreements as a substantial step in expanding Sierra Leone’s economic enhancement. He said, the agreement will enhance the construction of Hotel and a Presidential Villa in Sierra Leone’’ The agreement is a 124 Million dollar investment and that the purpose is to build an autra-modern facility that will host global conference in the country. He affirmed that, the financing of the project is a loan through a Bank. He added that, the project will constitute the construction of a Presidential Villa, Complex and a Hotel facility. He asked for parliamentary consideration on the above mention agreements. He also speaks on another agreement, dealing with water, which, according to him, is a 40 million dollar agreement aimed to improve water facilities in the country.

The Chairman of Parliamentary Committee on Finance,Hon. Keikura C. Vandy, representing Bo District said, government needs resources in order to function effectively. He added that, after parliamentary approvals of agreements, these agreements must be judiciously used by the respective implementing agencies. Hon. Vandy stated that, with the approval of the agreements , it will improve and enhance the water facility in the country. ‘’ We want to encourage people to be involved in livestock in order to improve in the nation’s economy’’,without being MP, I’m not a poor man, as I have a farm that produced about 15 cantons of egg in a day’’ he added. Hon. Keikura added by lavishing praise on the Minister of Finance for his tireless commitment in boosting the economy.

Whip of Opposition,Hon. Abdul Karim Kamara,representing Kambia District, said, government needs more efforts to provide adequate water facility for the people of Sierra Leone. He encouraged the country to improve on livestock and not to solely depend on imported goods. Hon. Kamara said, the Lungi construction projects will have limited impact in the lives of ordinary people in the country.’’ As a nation, we should not rely on building presidential villa but providing basic needs for the people of Sierra Leone is more paramount ’’ he said.

Rounding the debate on the side of the opposition,Deputy Leader 2, Hon Aaron Koroma, begins his debate by expressing concerns on the delay in making documents available to MPs before approval. He said, the operational period is not stated in the agreement, and that more clarification is required from the Minister. Hon. Aaron continues by saying, 10% is minimal when it comes to revenue sharing, and that it should be increase to an encouraging amount. He admonished Statistic Sierra Leone to apolitical and professional in its operations. He commended the Minister for countless commitment made in improving the finance sector.‘’ I want to encourage the Ministry of Finance to highly consider and negotiate on concessional loans’’ he ended.

Concluding the debate on the side of the Government, the Majority and Leader of Government Business, Hon. Sahr Mathew Nyuma, commended the Minister of Finance for bringing a progressive agreements for the progress and development of Sierra Leone. He said, the Lungi complex project will constitute a hotel, conference center and other facilities. He said, the Lungi projects are to improve on the Lungi community considering its strategic location and a gateway to Sierra Leone. Speaking on one of the agreement relating to Bonth, Hon Nyuma stated that, the project is more than 50 Million Dollars and that it will enhance and boost major infrastructural and economic development in Bonth District. ’’We want to run constructive and service delivery government to the people of Sierra Leone, so 2028 by, it will be a landslide victory for the SLPP’’ he ended.

Responding to concerns raised by Members of Parliament, the Minister of Finance said, government will continue making more efforts to address, the wide range of concerns raised by Members of Parliament and that a concessional agreement will be brought to Parliament for its considerations.

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25/02/2026

PARLIAMENT RATIFIES AIR TRANSPORT AGREEMENTS

The Parliament of Sierra Leone on Monday, 24/02/2026, unanimously ratified Agreements between the Government of the Republic Sierra Leone and ECOWAS,aimed at harmonizing and liberalizing air transport across the region.

The following agreements were ratified by Parliament;

1. Supplementary Act A/SP.3/02/12 Relating to the Common Rules on Liberalization of Market Access to Ground Handling Services in Airports of ECOWAS Members States
2. Supplementary Act A/SA/SP.4/02/12 Relating to the Common RULES Determining Slot Allocation at Airports in ECOWAS Members States
3. Supplementary Act A/SP.5/02/12 Relating to the Common Rules on Air Carrier Liability in case of Accident in ECOWAS Member States
4. Supplementary Act A/SP.10/02/12 Relating to the Common Rules on the Approval of Air Carriers of ECOWAS Members States
5. Supplementary Act A/SP.6/02/12 Relating to the Common Rules on Tariffs Applicable to passengers, Freight and Mail for Air Transport within, from and to ECOWAS Member States
6. Supplementary Act A/SP.3/02/12 Relating to the Common Rules on Compensation to passengers in the Event of Denied Boarding Cancellation or Major Delay of FlightsECOWAS Member States
7. Supplementary Act A/SP.8/02/Relating to the Common Rules on the Conditions of Access to the Air Transport Markets in ECOWAS Member States.
8. Supplementary Act A/SP.9/02/12 Relating to the Common Rules on Certain Categories of Agreements, Decisions and Concerted Practices Relating to Rules of Competition in Air Transport Services within ECOWAS Member States and
9. Supplementary Act A/SP.11/02/12 Relating to the Common Rules on Aviation Security in ECOWAS Member States.

Presenting the agreements to the House, the Deputy Minister of Transport and Aviation, Rex Bhonapha, described the ratification of the document as a significant step towards Sierra Leone’s air travel sector and overall economic development. He informed Parliament that the agreements stem from high-level ECOWAS engagements in Abuja, which focused on strategies to reduce the cost of air travel in the region.Deputy Minister Bhonapha emphasized that ECOWAS has recommended that all Member States should implement these supplementary aviation acts to ensure full security and safety in air travel. He stressed that compliance with these regional policies it is required of all Member States to guarantee the enhancement and safety of the aviation industry across West Africa.

Rounding up the debate, the Acting Leader of Opposition, Hon. Aaron Koroma welcomed the protocols, noting their necessity in reducing the high cost of air travel in Sierra Leone. He affirmed that a treaty providing clear guidelines on safety for all ECOWAS Member States is beneficial for everyone. While acknowledging an increase in flight traffic, Hon. Koroma highlighted the urgent need to improve and expand the country's airport infrastructure. "We are relatively lagging behind in terms of the security of our airport," he cautioned. He called for more investment in the aviation sector and encouraged the Ministry of Transport to bring forth the necessary regulations to support and enforce the ratified protocols.

Concluding the debate for the government, the Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business, Hon. Sahr Mathew Nyuma spoke on the broader vision of liberalizing Africa's air transport system. He assured that the government would develop mechanisms to address the challenges frequently faced by air passengers. Hon. Nyuma reiterated the critical importance of the agreements, noting that they include comprehensive provisions to tackle unforeseen challenges. He urged the Ministry of Transport to ensure the full enforcement of the ratified protocols and called on his parliamentary colleagues to perform robust oversight functions on all agreements, treaties, and protocols ratified by the House. "These documents itself are good for the people of Sierra Leone," he concluded.

In his final response to concerns raised by Members of Parliament, Deputy Minister Rex Bhonapha reassured the House that the government would make concerted efforts to address the wide range of issues brought forward during the debate

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25/02/2026

*PARLIAMENT AND NGOs HOLD DIALOGUE FOR STRATEGIC COLLABORATION*

The Parliament of Sierra Leone, in observance of International NGO Week, on Tuesday 24th February 2026 hosted a high-level dialogue session with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) at the State Hall of Parliament.

The dialogue was held under the theme: “Bridging the Gap: Deepened Collaboration Between NGOs and the Parliament of Sierra Leone.”

The primary objective of the session was to establish a formal, structured, and continuous collaborative approach between Parliament and the NGO community. Discussions were focused on creating an enabling environment for NGOs, addressing legal and bureaucratic challenges, improving transparency through the Open Information Initiative, and institutionalizing NGO contributions to legislative processes beyond ad-hoc consultations. The engagement also aimed to enhance accessibility between NGOs and parliamentary leadership.

In her welcome address, the Director-General of Parliament, Madam Finda Fraser, underscored the importance of NGO Week as a milestone in strengthening partnerships. She reaffirmed Parliament’s commitment to collaboration, research, and national development, noting that the doors of Parliament remain open to meaningful partnerships.

Delivering the declaration of purpose, the Hon. Vice President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, commended Parliament for organizing the open dialogue session. He referenced previous engagements with NGOs, including discussions on human capital development, health, and education. He described the session as a continuation of earlier consultations aimed at mobilizing resources and fostering national development. The Vice President also spoke on the need for sustained collaboration for the general good of the country.

The Deputy Clerk of Parliament, Mr. Gilbert Bosco N’habay, emphasized the importance of continuous engagements between Parliament and NGOs.

Similarly, the Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on NGOs and NaCSA, Hon. Abdul Latif Sesay, described the dialogue as a significant step towards building trust, accountability, and stronger institutional cooperation.

The Leader of Government Business, Hon. Mathew Sahr Nyuma, recalled previous engagements with NGOs and highlighted the establishment of a CSO Desk in Parliament to enhance coordination. He called on all stakeholders to embrace the dialogue process to strengthen collaborative and democratic governance.

In his keynote address, the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Segepoh Solomon Thomas, stressed the need for total collaboration between state institutions and NGOs. He reaffirmed Parliament’s strategic commitments to accountability and transparency and called for the development of a practical framework to guide a sustained partnership.

Representing the Minister of Planning and Economic Development, the Development Secretary, Mr Ambrose James, noted that as the Ministry responsible for NGOs, it values dialogue and communication to address misconceptions and strengthen cooperation, and interventions aligned with government development priorities.

Director of Parliamentary and Public Relations Department, Sheku Lamin Turay, who moderated the programme, spoke intensely on the importance of the open dialogue session with a view to fostering a stronger collaboration between Parliament and NGOs.

In its reflections and strategic direction, Momodu Deen Rogers, Director of the Legislative Department in the Parliament of Sierra Leone presented an overview of parliamentary practices and procedure.

Sheku Lamin Turay facilitated a session on community voices, where impactful testimonies were heard from beneficiaries in light of interventions by NGOs in areas of education, healthcare and agriculture.

During the questions and answers session, handled by Mr. Turay, MPs and representatives from NGOs spoke on the need for information sharing, multiple engagements, data mining like areas of interventions, to avoid duplication of efforts, to provide food and other amenities for displaced persons at Yenga, in Kailahun District, followed by a conducted tour in Parliament.

The programme concluded with a presentation by the SLANGO Board Chair on the background and operations of NGOs in Sierra Leone.

The dialogue was attended by representatives of NGOs, government ministers, development partners, civil society organisations, and members of the media.

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25/02/2026

*SPEAKER THOMAS LAUDS NGO-PARLIAMENTARY DIALOGUE DEEPENING DEMOCRATIC GOVERNANCE*

On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, the Rt. Hon. Speaker Segepoh Solomon Thomas graced the NGO-Parliamentary Dialogue, describing it as a crucial step towards policy coherence that aligns with President Julius Maada Bio's National Priorities. He emphasized that the engagement deepens the democratic process, recognizing that Parliament does not work in isolation.

The Rt. Hon. Speaker reaffirmed that the dialogue enhances mutual transparency and deliberate coordination between state institutions and non-state actors. He stated that the engagement is anchored in the conviction that sustainable national development requires institutional coherence, shared accountability, and participatory governance.

He reminded all that Parliament, as the supreme legislative body of the Republic, is constitutionally mandated to legislate, represent, and oversee. The NGOs, on the other hand, serve as vital development partners, delivering services, advancing community empowerment, strengthening accountability, and complementing state capacity in diverse sectors.

Both institutions operate within the same national development ecosystem, importantly, within the same constituencies. This convergence of operational spaces makes structured dialogue not only desirable but necessary.

The Rt. Hon. Speaker continued that Members of Parliament are the elected representatives of the very communities where NGOs design and implement development interventions. He added that it is imperative that MPs are adequately informed of the operational mandates, processes, and procedures of NGOs working within their constituencies.

He said such inclusion enables Members to perform their representative and oversight functions effectively, avoid duplication of efforts, and harmonize local development priorities with national legislative frameworks. He emphasized that development efforts should not be fragmented but coordinated, aligning with the nation's development aspirations.

"Parliament is also required to ensure its own processes, legislative calendar, committee systems, and oversight mechanisms are accessible and intelligible to our NGO partners," he said. "When NGOs understand how Parliament functions, they are better positioned to ensure through a co-creation approach."

The Rt. Hon. Speaker Segepoh Solomon Thomas underscored the importance of policy coherence, stating that alignment with national priorities ensures development interventions are impactful and sustainable. He explained Parliament's role in providing legislative oversight, guaranteeing accountability, equity, and transparency in resource utilization.

"Let us use this forum to establish clear communication channels, define modalities for information-sharing, and consider periodic engagement between parliamentary committees and relevant NGOs," he concluded. "Structured coordination platforms can significantly enhance development outcomes and legislative responsiveness."

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25/02/2026

*PUBLIC ACCOUNTS COMMITTEE OVERSIGHT RECOVERS USD 14.2M, RETURNS NLE24,000 TO TREASURY*

Parliament has received two critical financial oversight reports from the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), detailing the Auditor-General’s findings for the 2023 financial year. The reports highlight significant recoveries, persistent gaps in accountability, and the broader fiscal implications for Sierra Leone’s governance framework.

Deputy Speaker of Parliament and PAC Chair, Hon. Tawa Conteh, disclosed that the committee had successfully recovered over NLe 24,000 (24 million old leones) from Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). In addition, through deductions and settlements, the PAC secured USD 760,000 in outstanding royalties owed to the government.

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25/02/2026

*HON. SAA EMERSON LAMINA LEADER OF GOVERNMENT BUSINESS 2 . RAISES ALARM OVER GUINEA'S TERRITORIAL INCURSION INTO SIERRA LEONE AT ECOWAS PARLIAMENT*

The 24th February 2026 *Abuja, Nigeria.*

At an Extraordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament held in Abuja, Nigeria, a Sierra Leonean Member of Parliament, Hon. Saa Emerson Lamina raised grave concerns over what he described as a recent territorial infringement by Guinean forces in Kaliyereh Village, Sulima Chiefdom, Falaba District, Northern Sierra Leone.
Relying on Article 4(d) of the ECOWAS Parliament’s mandate—which enjoins Members of Parliament to promote peace, security, and stability across the West African sub-region—Hon. Lamina drew attention to the alleged breach of Sierra Leone’s territorial integrity. He informed the House that Guinean forces reportedly crossed into Kaliyereh Village and trafficked 13 personnel of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (SLRLF), including a Captain, to Conakry.
In a measured yet firm submission, Hon. Lamina emphasized that the ECOWAS principle of free movement of persons and labour mobility remains central to regional integration and must be respected by all Member States.

However, he cautioned that such integration must not come at the expense of sovereignty and security.
The Sierra Leonean legislator referenced previous border-related tensions, including incidents at Yenga, Kailahun District in 2025, and Gbane-Kandor, Kono District earlier this year. He noted that as recently as February 23, Kaliyereh in Falaba District was allegedly subjected to a similar incursion, during which serving Sierra Leonean soldiers were reportedly apprehended and assaulted within Sierra Leone’s territorial boundaries.
For the record, Hon. Lamina asserted that geographical and GPS evidence confirms that the disputed axis falls within the jurisdiction of a sitting Member of Parliament of Sierra Leone, underscoring the country’s sovereign claim over the area.
Rather than advocating for militarization, Hon. Lamina recommended strengthened military diplomacy and capacity-building mechanisms among ECOWAS Member States to address sensitive cross-border security issues through dialogue and structured cooperation.

In underscoring the dangers of silence in the face of perceived injustice, he quoted the famous words of German theologian Martin Niemöller:
“First, they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Socialist.
Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Trade Unionist.
Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew.
Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.”
Hon. Lamina warned that while Sierra Leone may be at the center of a border dispute today, any Member State could face similar circumstances if regional solidarity and lawful engagement are not upheld.

In response, the Rt. Hon. Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, Memounatou Ibrahima, called for the establishment of a fact-finding committee to obtain detailed information regarding the situation in Sierra Leone’s recently disputed area and to guide the Parliament’s next course of action.

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