By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S
Alhaji M. A. Sesay, Chairman of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) Referees Committee, has resigned, citing political interference and a lack of support from SLFA leadership. His resignation, dated May 12, 2025, follows serious allegations made by five FIFA-badged referees regarding the integrity of officiating in the country.
In his resignation letter, Sesay expressed deep concerns about the SLFA leadership’s actions, claiming they have undermined the independence of the Referees Committee. He pointed out violations of FIFA regulations concerning referee appointments and criticized the obstruction of efforts aimed at improving refereeing standards in Sierra Leone.
These claims resonate with earlier assertions made by the referees, who reported feeling pressured by Referees Manager Franklyn Marah to favor the president’s team, Wilberforce Strikers, during matches. They also alleged instructions to penalize teams viewed as opponents of the current football administration.
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