Sierra Leoneans are eagerly anticipating President Julius Maada Bio’s cabinet announcement, as it is believed to be a determining factor in the success or failure of his new 5-year term.
President Bio assumed office in 2018 with promises of providing free quality education and tackling corruption. He initiated the free quality education program, allocating over 20% of the national budget to this cause. Despite the challenges it faced, many consider it a commendable initiative. However, his administration’s biggest setback was in the economy, as inflation skyrocketed. Bio attributed this to the Russian-Ukrainian conflict.
President Bio was recently reelected for another 5-year term following a fiercely contested election against the main opposition All Peoples Congress Party. In his renewed tenure, he pledged to prioritize agriculture, boost tourism, and address the economy. Critics argue that the success of these goals hinges on the performance of his appointed ministers.
Analysts highlight that while some ministers in his previous term excelled, others were ineffective. EyeWitnessNews invites suggestions for the composition of the cabinet, asking readers which ministers should retain their positions and who should be replaced. Contributions can be sent to ireport@eyewitnessnewssl.com, and the compiled list will be published at a later date.
Replace Agric and deputies, Trade, Water Resources, Chief Minister, Local Government, Land and Environment, Internal Affairs and deputy and leave the rest.