Minister of Information and Civic Education of
#SierraLeone
. Feminist. Activist. Dad. Husband (of
@fulaniigirl
). Co-founder of Purposeful. Tweets mine.
Global assistance often comes with narrow parameters, inflexible requirements, and problem-solving approaches that are like round peg solutions conjured up in Western capitals to fit in square holes. My thoughts in
@devex
.
#decolonisation
#Decolonize
At my confirmation interview for Minister of Information and Civic Education today, I assured MPs that I’ll lead with humility and confidence, expand information access and digital literacy and promote free speech in
#SierraLeone
. “I’ll always speak positively, clearly and…
“I expect zeal, energy, drive and determination to deliver. We can’t give excuses.”
@PresidentBio
’s charge to us today as we took the sacred oath to faithfully protect the constitution of
#SierraLeone
and deliver for the people as Ministers and Deputies. This boy from
#Kanikay
…
Still sinking in. Will have more to say. Humbled. Thank you
@PresidentBio
for the great honor to serve the country I love so dearly. And thanks to friends for the outpouring of kind thoughts.
#SierraLeone
can be perfected. The journey continues🙏🏿.
#Grateful
H. E
@PresidentBio
announces 2nd batch of new appointments since his re-election, effecting several changes. Former Min. of Info & Comms
@SwarayRahman
now becomes Min. of Labour, Employment and Social Security, replaced by Civil Society Activist, Chernor Bah
@Cee_Bah
Thrilled to reconnect with the inimitable
@Malala
at the
@WomenDeliver
conference here in
#Rwanda
. Wonderful to reminisce on how far we have come since her powerful words stirred a global movement 10 years ago at the
#UnitedNations
. Excited that we can work together to promote…
The things that unite us are far greater than those that divide us. We only have one
#SierraLeone
. Let’s keep talking as siblings. And let’s resolve our differences via peaceful dialogue.
@samurakamara201
and
@dsengeh
here showing us the way! Thanks
@USEmbFreetown
for creating…
The clock ticks. I celebrate another year. Some massive changes. Big transitions - I left the singular best place to work in
#SierraLeone
for a humbling and challenging call to service and the opportunity to do the best I could for my country. I have maintained the smiles😊. I…
It was fitting that for my first speech back at the UN as a government minister, I was on an inter- generational high level power panel on the “future of education”. I spent years as an activist- calling out government officials- asking for more bold action often in these halls.…
Welcome to
#SierraLeone
@MercyShips
. The largest hospital ship on earth docks in our country. Will provide major surgeries for over 2500 compatriots over ten months. Will train and partner with our doctors and help open a school of dentistry.
@PresidentBio
is leading a…
I stopped by the impressive brand new Rise Radio studios to congratulate my friend and ally
@asmaakjames
on her bold adventure. Rise will be the “voice of many voices” and help promote a culture of inclusion, tolerance and human rights- all values we share and
@PresidentBio
is…
As the late great PJ Mandewa Cole told us often “we are the ones we have been waiting for.” I had a chance to say a few words at the handing over ceremony of the ministry. I do believe in
#SierraLeone
. I share
@PresidentBio
’s confidence in youth to deliver. We must!
Features of our maiden press conference held today: started right on time, conducted in krio (local language), held in a central and accessible location, digital platform for questions and feedback and loads of info to share with press from senior govt officials and leader of…
Breaking News! Herstory made in
#SierraLeone
as parliament unanimously passes a progressive “Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Act” that guarantees 30% of all public jobs will be held by women, 14 weeks maternity leave, financial inclusion and other reforms! Great stride ⭐️
45 years after he started his career- 20 of which he’s spent in government, my father, Mohamed Alpha Bah, yesterday formally submitted his final handing-over note to kick start his retirement. It was a bittersweet moment. It was a privilege for my partner, his grandkids and I to…
In the new world of gov’t, I’m gonna keep highlighting
#blueskies
. After surviving my first week, one big positive is working with dynamo Minister of Communicatons, Technology and Innovations
@salimzMB
. In an unusual meeting with
@dsengeh
to discuss “division” of the old…
In
#2024
we must resolve to lift
#SaloneAboveAllElse
. Two of our biggest stars in
#SierraLeone
our differences aside to reiterate that the country is bigger than any of us. Let’s find ways to come together and move forward. You wanna listen to this banger!!!
Please join us on Tues @ 2:00pm for this important maiden press conference featuring senior govt officials including the Chief Minister
@dsengeh
, Finance Minister Dr. Bangura, Military Chief Lt. Gen. Lavahun and President of the Women’s Forum, Sally Adams. Will be live on all…
Two quick updates:
The curfew remains in effect from 9:00pm to 6:00am until further notice. Thanks for your continued cooperation.
There was a major power trip in Ivory Coast on the CLSG line that affected our lines in Sierra Leone and led to massive blackouts earlier…
Brief highlights of my interaction with members of the parliamentary committee on appointments. Next stage is confirmation by the full house.
#CallofDuty
#SierraLeone
#KanikayMinister
Please ignore the unverified lists making the rounds on social media. This is the confirmed list of
#Wanted
Fugitives by the
#SierraLeone
police. We thank citizens who have continued to play their civic duty and help law enforcement in their work. 🇸🇱🇸🇱🇸🇱
After the second day of questioning by the Sierra Leone police, former president of Sierra Leone, Ernest Bai Koroma has been granted bail on self recognizance and with the condition that he stays in the confines of his property at Goderich with restricted number of visiting…
Breaking! The former president of
#SierraLeone
, Dr Ernest Bai Koroma has been indicted for
#treason
and three other offenses because of his alleged involvement in the failed coup of November 26th, 2023.
Update on the security situation in
#SierraLeone
as
@PresidentBio
declares a nationwide curfew. Please follow
@MoiceComm
and our official government channels for updates and accurate information. Stay home. And be assured that the government is under control.
Greater love had no man than this, that a man lay his life for his (country- for democracy and for peace). These patriots paid the ultimate sacrifice. We bury them on Wednesday. We must never forget🇸🇱🇸🇱🇸🇱
#SaloneX
#SierraLeone
Today I celebrate my Tatu- stunningly beautiful, ridiculously brilliant, incredibly generous and dream life partner. My greatest accomplishment is marrying up to you
@fulaniigirl
. Happy birthday our rock (and) star!❤️.
#AissaCee
Unprecedented collaboration. Radical transparency. Commitment to freedom of the press. Uncompromising excellence. And above all, service to
#SierraLeone
. All themes in my conversation with my brothers from
@PresidentBio
’s press shop. We are committed to changing the game.
Quick Update. The security forces have pushed back the assailants to the outskirts of the city - they are currently being engaged in the Jui area. Most of the city is calm and under control of the state security forces. Major detention centers including the Pademba Road Prisons…
Update: Surveillance image on November 26, 2023 show captured suspect, Amadu Koita and wanted fugitive, dismissed Supt. Kabba Dumbuya with arms during the attacks on Pademba road prison. Image is date and time stamped. Please contact the police on 119/900 with any information on…
8 years ago today, the most beautiful woman in the world, made me the luckiest man alive. Happy anniversary
@fulaniigirl
. Best walk I ever took. And best life walk partner ever ❤️
Prof. Joe Pemagbi is a doyen of
#governance
,
#civiceducation
and
#democracy
in
#SierraLeone
. I’m blessed to count him as a long time mentor and uncle. Tonight, I enjoyed harvesting his wisdom on my new mandate. Our illuminating discussion gave me exciting ideas I can’t wait to…
Hon.
@abdemata
is a leader in the main opposition All People’s Congress party. He’s also my comrade, my friend and brother. Our relationship transcends politics. We are
#SierraLeoneans
first. Yesterday we chatted about how we can work together from our different perches to…
Deputy Info and Civic Ed Min
@Keketoma_Sandi
and I enjoyed our 1st informal chat with senior members of the media community in
#SierraLeone
. We agreed to maintain open lines, disagree without being disagreeable and to work together to promote truth, freedom and peace. Una Tenki!
Photo news of yesterday’s signing ceremony of the MOU between government of
#SierraLeone
and the China Road and Bridge Corporation for the construction of the
#Freetown
-Lungi Bridge. Chief Minister
@dsengeh
signed on behalf of
@PresidentBio
’s government.
Government works for the people of
#SierraLeone
. Thanks to citizens who joined out press conference and shared your voices.
@PresidentBio
is committed to increasing the space for dialogue and active citizen engagement.
#kamjoinwe
.
#SaloneTwitter
Finance Min. Bangura and his team work hard to manage the economy of
#SierraLeone
and balance d many demands we face. Today they made time to engage on
@PresidentBio
’s vision for our new ministry and how we will partner to achieve the goals we are setting. Really pleased to have…
I just received confirmation that a cherished friend of mine and of
#SierraLeone
, journalist, researcher and editor of NewsWatch newspaper, Stephen Douglas
@redpageletters
suffered a heart attack this morning and has since passed. I’m devastated by this loss. I’ll never forget…
Idris Elba is a pride of
#SierraLeone
. When I had the chance to chat with him at this event last week, I was impressed by him warmth, knowledge of daily happenings in the country and his undoubted commitment to “help in anyway I can”. I took the opportunity to also thank him for…
Voice of America called to ask about ECOWAS, the indictment, statement of lawyers and precedent. Listen to our exchange. Feel free to share.
#SaloneX
#SierraLeone
My boy MS had his school sports day today and it’s easily the best part of an otherwise very regular (hectic) day. Being a
#MinisterDad
has real charms😍😎.
#familyiseverything
Throwback. 20 years ago, I was in the UK lobbying for children’s rights. And got what was a special invitation to visit the then famous
#BushHouse
Studio of the
#BBC
. That “young orator from
#SierraLeone
” tag stuck for a while on college campus.
#preparation
#KanikayMinister
To squash the persistent fake news on this issue and to provide the public with the truth, we are taking the extraordinary step to release the actual confidential memo sent to our UN office requesting an audience with
@PresidentBio
to discuss, as we have maintained,…
Today we made an unannounced stop at the SLBC owned
#LeicesterPeak
relay Station. We assessed the facilities that host all our radio/tv and internet providers in
#SierraLeone
. We will work with all key players to improve services and enhance results for the citizens of our…
Over 20 yrs ago, on Sundays and Thursdays- a group of us children started to meet & organize to advance children’s rights in
#SierraLeone
. I was the founding President and my brother
@dsengeh
was our SecGen of the
#ChildrensForumNetwork
. Yesterday, now as a govt Minister, I…
The Prosecutor of the
@IntlCrimCourt
has requested an opportunity to meet with
@PresidentBio
to “discuss
#SierraLeone
’s leadership with regard to matters related to the ICC” and the country’s “tenure as non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.”
@michaelkanuSL
The Inspector General of Police and I will provide updates on the investigations and the general security situation, and we will focus on trade and the business opportunities in
#SierraLeone
with the Trade Minister Ibrahim Alpha Sesay and Enterprenuer Isatu Harrison. Send your…
One thing I’m already loving about this role is the unique opportunity to interact with and
#learn
from citizens across
#SierraLeone
. Today I got the awesome experience of my first cabinet meeting. I then met with the
#SierraLeoneKidsParliament
show- a group of teenage girl…
#SierraLeone
belongs to all of us. Pleased that our friends in the opposition
#AllPeoplesCongress
party will end their non-participation in governance and take their place in our collective efforts to transform Salone. I look forward to principled debates and exchange of ideas!…
As we continue to make progress, the government of
#SierraLeone
revises the curfew hours. Start time is moved from 9:00pm to 12:00midnight effective today Monday 11th December, 2023 until further notice. We must remain vigilant. And please continue to cooperate with authorities.…
Our national broadcaster, SLBC is on and providing updates to our citizens. Please tune in to their stations across the country for accurate updates.
#SierraLeone
@MoiceComm
@dsengeh
Thanks
@Atayeshe
for the incredible work you do in promoting women, girls, and youth rights at
@UNFPA
. Great to chat with you here at
#WomenDeliver2023
and counting on your partnership and friendship with
#SierraLeone
and the movement going forward. I remain a
#proud
alum of…
“When I was minister, there were only 2 radio stations and a handful of newspapers. You have an entirely different challenge…” the always understated media guru and pacesetter, Dr Julius Spencer put things in context when I visited him to pick his experienced brain and discuss…
Citizens told us via our
@StrategicComm
weekly engagements that “kush” crisis is a top concern. Yesterday
@PresidentBio
directed Chief Minister
@dsengeh
to convene a civic - ministerial dialogue on urgent steps to tackle the crisis. Today the CM chaired the 1st inter-ministerial…
Best part of this my newly discovered childhood photo is I showed it to baby MS and asked who he thought it was. He said himself. 😀. The man tiff all tin from me🤩
“I firmly believe that the best use of our lives is when it is lived for God and country”
@PresidentBio
in his inspiring public lecture on human capital development at the American University in DC!
Govt, in consultation with state security forces, has lifted the curfew imposed, following the events of the November 26th failed coup attempt. See official announcement from the Min. of Info, & Civic Education below
@Cee_Bah
@ONSSierraLeone
@PresidentBio
@dsengeh
@PoliceLeone
“I have a very young cabinet. I make no apologies for that. Over 70% of our country are young people. In a democracy the majority should rule.” Powerful opening words of
@PresidentBio
at the orientation workshop for govt Ministers and Deputies today in
#Feetown
.
#SierraLeone
…
Join us on Tuesday for these important updates on the status of the investigations into the November 26th failed attempt at a coup; on the state of petroleum supply in the country and on the imperative of peace and national cohesion in
#SierraLeone
.
#SaloneTwitter
During our press conference earlier today, I provided an update on the number of casualties and those currently in the police custody helping with the investigations on what we have now declared as a “failed attempted coup” in
#SierraLeone
on Sunday November 26, 2023. Watch. And…
“I am proud to say my country, Sierra Leone, listened to our call and is a shining example of the power of this solution. A few of us who marched for education are now in government, inspired and led by a visionary president, His Excellency Julius Maada Bio, who allocates 22% of…
Our president and commander in chief
@PresidentBio
will address the nation at 8:00pm tonight. Tune in to SLBC, AYV or any local and community station to follow live. 🇸🇱.
#SierraLeone
At this week’s press conference, I provided updates on the arrest of fugitive and one of the suspected leaders of the failed coup attempt of November 26, 2023, Amadu Koita and his suspected two accomplices. Listen and share. And thanks again to citizens who continue to…
Honored to be named in the 2024 cohort of the
#TutuFellows
in Africa. This year of refuelling is off to the perfect start. Great to join this phenomenal cohort of young African luminaries and to join the excellent culture and legacy of the
@DesmondTutuPF
. Honored.…
Massive News for
#SierraLeone
as we are re-selected for the MCC Compact Development.
@PresidentBio
’s leadership continues to bear fruits. We will remain focused on delivery. And we will keep making progress 🇸🇱🇸🇱🇸🇱
The
#SierraLeone
#Police
has invited the former President,
@ebklegacy
for questioning on the failed attempted coup of November 26, 2023, Information and Civic Education Minister
@Cee_Bah
reveals in this statement.
“For we are her true sons so ready
To honour her all of her days
Our school stands so sure and so steady
And so shall we be in all our ways”
#AlbertAcademy
Founders Day!
#EsseQuamVideri
Got d cutest call from my mum yesterday. “Ur eyes look like you need to rest my son…” she said. I just smiled. We have so much to do. And yes we are in a hurry. Enjoying my conversations with sector leads of the
#MoICE
as we collect data for d bold reforms
@PresidentBio
is…
I’m so sorry to not be in the room with you all. And honored to be able to share my thoughts on a subject that’s become even more urgent every day -
#ShiftThePower
The fabulous
@Cee_Bah
speaking at the
#ShiftThePower
summit reminding us that 'We have power to challenge systems that dehumanise us.' And also the injustice of certain european governments providing aid without recognising the harm they have done historically.
Here’s a brief update on the outcome of today’s court proceeding involving former President Koroma, who’s now facing treason and other charges for his alleged role in the November 26th, 2023 failed coup in
#SierraLeone
For my 1st interview in my new role I chose the national broadcaster. How did I get the news? How did I feel? What’ would I do different?…all these and more answered. Enjoy. And share.
You can shape the conversation. Suggest the topics you want us to discuss. Even suggest speakers from govt and civil society we can feature.
@PresidentBio
is leading a radical reform of our
#publicsector
in
#SierraLeone
. Govt belongs to you. And will listen to the citizens.
Refresher: At last week's press conference, the head of Sierra Leone's Correctional Service and the Chief of the Sierra Leone Army responded to the question on whether there were CCTV cameras around the Pademba road prisons and the military armoury. Here's what they actually…
For our weekly press/civic education engagement, our distinguished health minister
@DembyAustin
will headline with d charismatic leader of our mental health facility, Dr Abdul Jalloh. We also feature activist Matilda Sonsiama. I’ll provide general updates on govt activities. Na…
15 long and short years ago today, I was blessed with the most incredible privilege of becoming a father. Happy Birthday Cee Bah Jnr❤️. I’m grateful for the journey we have been on- our collective growth, the community that’s been there with us, your literal height and the grace…
Today
@PresidentBio
received the report of the Independent Commission for Peace and National Cohesion on their post elections engagement with political parties in
#SierraLeone
. H.E promised to carefully read the findings and act accordingly. “We should dialogue with each other…
The
#SierraLeone
#CivilAviation
#Authority
tracks the number of passengers in and out of the country via our Lungi Airport. They have released the final numbers for 2023 and we compare those with the 2022 numbers here. We will keep working hard to attract more travelers.…
Thanks to
@Orange_sierra
leadership for the courtesy call and the fruitful conversation on how we can work together to advance
@PresidentBio
’s BIG 5 agenda for
#SierraLeone
. I’m particularly excited about opportunities to work together on our
#civiceducation
mandate.
I love
#SierraLeone
. Always an honor to represent her. Today I am doing so at the 12th session of the Standing Committee on Information and Cultural Affairs (COMIAC) of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation in Dakar Senegal. H.E Macky Sall delivered the Keynote on the…
“This protracted conflict must be analyzed in the context of the continuing occupation by Israel of the Palestinian territories. A consensus must be vigorously and persistently pursued based on a just, mutually acceptable solution, consistent with international law, and the…
Our incredible First Lady of
#SierraLeone
@FirstLadyBio
just delivered a powerful speech at the
@UN
calling on world leaders to do more to protect children from violence. She championed the successful adoption of the UN Day for the prevention of and healing from child sexual…
The
#SierraLeone
Police increases the reward to 70,000NLe for these 12 most wanted fugitives in connection with the November 26th failed attempted coup. Please call the numbers if you have any information that can help the police find these individuals.
Happy birthday
@Keketoma_Sandi
- deputy minister of information and civic education of
#SierraLeone
. Providence brought us together when we sat in class on the first day of high school. Grateful for the friendship and bond we built over the years that now power our partnership…