Kenema, 29th October 2025- APC flagbearer aspirant Dr. Ibrahim Bangura has launched a nationwide campaign to combat the spread of the synthetic drug “Kush,” urging Sierra Leoneans to unite in the fight against what he described as a national crisis threatening the country’s youth and future.
Speaking at the Church of Pentecost, Anglican Communion on Musa Street in Simbeck, Kenema, Dr. Bangura framed his visit as a spiritual mission rather than a political stop. Accompanied by members of his campaign team, he joined the congregation in prayer and thanksgiving, expressing deep appreciation for their support and faith.
“No matter how brief our stay, we had to be here to pray with you and say thank you,” he told worshippers. “We are grateful for your love, your prayers, and your belief in the vision of a better Sierra Leone.”
The highlight of his address was a passionate appeal to tackle the Kush epidemic, which he said has devastated families and communities across the country. Dr. Bangura recounted visits to affected areas in Kenema, describing scenes of heartbreak and despair.
“Mothers are broken, homes are traumatized, and communities are in pain,” he said. “Kush has robbed our young people of their future, young men and women who should be building this nation.”
The “Kick Kush Out of Sierra Leone” campaign, recently launched by Dr. Bangura, seeks to mobilize religious institutions, community leaders, parents, and youth groups in a coordinated effort to address drug abuse. He emphasized that the fight must go beyond government intervention and become a shared national responsibility.
“Our youths are under immense pressure and negative influences,” he said. “We must not ignore them. They have the potential to drive Sierra Leone’s development, but this drug is destroying that promise.”
Dr. Bangura called on churches to take an active role in mentoring and guiding young people, describing the battle against Kush as both a moral and spiritual duty. “This is not just a political fight,” he declared. “It is a national responsibility and a spiritual calling.”
He also urged citizens to remain steadfast in prayer, stressing the need for divine intervention in Sierra Leone’s journey toward peace and progress. “Man has limits,” he said. “Without God, it’s difficult to move forward. We need peace, security, and development and we must seek God’s help to achieve it.”
The congregation responded with prayers and applause, commending Dr. Bangura for his message and commitment to youth welfare. The event concluded with a joint prayer session, symbolizing unity and hope.
Dr. Bangura reiterated that his political ambition is rooted in service, not power. “This campaign is beyond politics,” he said. “It’s about saving lives, protecting families, and securing our nation’s future. Together, we can make Sierra Leone a place where every child can dream again.”
