Politics
Two Men Remanded For Treason
Two accused persons Alie Badara Kanu alias Captain Makeni and Thaimu Bangma made another appearance before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at court No.2 Pademba, Road Freetown. They appeared on charges of treason, in contravention to the laws of Sierra Leone. According to the particulars of offence, they are arraigned on two counts, Treason and Misprision of…
Government Begins FY 2025 Budget Preparation
The Ministry of Finance has announced in a press statement that the commencement of the budget preparation process for 2025 fiscal year has begun. The exercise will kick off with a National Policy Hearing on Thursday, August 15th, 2024, at the New Brookfields Hotel, in Freetown. However, the policy hearing will be followed by bilateral…
President Bio Provides Updates on Ex-President Koroma Treason Charges
In a press briefing at the United Nations Security Council Press Stakeout Area, Sierra Leone’s President, Dr. Julius Maada Bio, emphasized his commitment to ensuring that justice is served in the ongoing treason case involving former President Ernest Bai Koroma. President Ernest Bai Koroma is currently in Nigeria, and all necessary steps to make sure…
President Bio uses UN Security Council presidency to urge more seats for Africa
United Nations Headquarters, August 12, 2024 – In a powerful address to the United Nations Security Council, President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone has called for an urgent reform of the UN Security Council to rectify what he described as a “profound historical injustice” against Africa. Chairing a meeting that his country convened, President…
SLPP and APC Unite in Parliament to Promote National Cohesion
On Tuesday parliamentary session, Sierra Leone’s leading political parties showcased a rare display of unity between the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and the main opposition, the All People’s Congress (APC). This gesture, highlighted during the State Opening of the Second Session of the Sixth Parliament of the Second Republic, has been widely celebrated…
President Bio Engages Counterpart, Discusses Happenings in the Region
Sierra Leone’s President Dr Julius Maada Bio, has ended a successful one-day working visit to Burkina Faso at the invitation of his counterpart and Head of State, Captain Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso on Wednesday 7th August 2024. However, the visit was aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. President Bio was warmly…
LFA Executive Committee Unveils Key Decisions on Good Governance and Competitions
The Liberia Football Association Executive Committee, under the chairmanship of its President Mustapha I. Raji, met on 18 June at its headquarters to discuss several key issues, including good governance and the development of football in Liberia. During the meeting, the following decisions were taken and approved: 1. To synchronize the male and female leagues,…
2025 AFCON Qualifiers: Liberia Drawn in Group E
The Lone Star of Liberia will embark on a new AFCON qualifying journey this September in an attempt to return to the competition after 22 years. The draw was held today, Thursday, in Johannesburg, South Africa. The draw saw Liberia paired in Group E alongside Algeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Togo. The stats between the Lone…
Biden Drops Out, Endorses Kamala Harris to Run Against Trump
U.S. President Joseph R. Biden has announced he will end his candidacy for re-election against Donald Trump, the Republican candidate, as he endorses support for his vice president Kamala Harris. The election is scheduled for November 2024. In a post on X, formerly Twitter, Biden said the decision to step down is in the best interest of…