By Shadrach Aziz Kamara
Hon. Mohamed Bangura, Member of Parliament representing Karene district under the All People’s Congress (APC), has called for the resignation of Samura Kamara and all executive members of the APC. He made these remarks during a press conference held on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at his office in the Administrative Building of Parliament in Freetown.
Hon. Bangura voiced his sentiments in response to the outcome of the General Election, stressing the importance of accepting the results if the APC is unable to effect change.
During the conference, Hon. Mohamed Bangura expressed concern over APC members withdrawing from the tripartite committee at the last minute. He highlighted the potential negative consequences of this decision on both national and international levels, questioning the timing of the APC’s withdrawal from the committee and urging them to reconsider their position.
Despite being suspended from the APC, Hon. Bangura asserted his right as a Member of Parliament to address national issues. He raised issues about the APC’s discontent with election results, particularly in Karene district, and discussed his support for the SLPP Government, a decision initially met with criticism within the APC but eventually joined by others in Parliament.
Hon. Bangura advocated for the tripartite committee to address both past and future elections, acknowledging mutual accusations of election malpractices between parties. He emphasized the need to prevent such malpractices and highlighted that the electoral process begins with voter registration, not just on polling day.
Disagreeing with the immediate inauguration of the president after election results are declared, Hon. Bangura proposed a delay of one to three months to address any concerns raised by political parties.
In conclusion, Hon. Mohamed Bangura called on the APC to accept election outcomes if they cannot effect change. He emphasized unity and peace, urging prioritization of the well-being of Sierra Leone’s people and nation over political differences, particularly with President Maada Bio having four years left in office.
