Category: Opinions

President Julius Maada Bio’s Decisive Leadership as Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority in Foiling the Attempted Military Takeover in Benin

Freetown, 9th December 2025- In an era where democratic governance is continually under threat in some parts of West Africa, the recent events in Benin served as a stark reminder of the fragility of peace and constitutional order. However, thanks to the decisive leadership of President Julius Maada Bio, Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority, and the collective resolve of fellow West African leaders, the fragile democratic fabric of Benin was safeguarded against an attempted military takeover.

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Power Struggle Rocks Sierra Leone Sports

Freetown, 8th December 2025- Sierra Leone’s sports governance is not broken by law, but by leadership. While our athletes strive for greatness, the very institutions meant to support them, the Ministry of Sports (MOS) and the National Sports Authority (NSA), are locked in a destructive turf war.

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The Youthful Rush into Politics; Competence or Playing the Relevance Card?

“A society that cuts off from its youth, severs its lifeline, it is doomed to bleed to death.” The above were the spirited words of Kofi Annan. This highlights the critical role of young people as catalysts for global change, innovation, and progress. We must recognize that when youth are given the tools and opportunities to lead, they become pivotal agents for development and peace.

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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚 𝐋𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞’𝐬 𝐂𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬: Why Lectures and Festivals About Loving the Country Will Never Replace the Feeling That the Country Loves You Back

By: Joel Abdulai Kallon Freetown, 24th November 2025- Sierra Leone’s renewed civic education push...

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Oped: Cities Can Lead Global Climate Ambition, Not Wait for Nations

By John Baimba Sesay

Rio in Brazil was buzzed with energy as over 300 mayors from around the world gathered for the C40 World Mayors Summit, held from 3–5 November 2025. A key precursor to COP30, the summit of mayors and global climate leaders provided a platform for city to share solutions, forge partnerships, and discuss how to accelerate bold, city-led climate action toward a sustainable and resilient urban future.

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