By Edward Dictionary Caulker On 18th October 2023, the Government of Sierra Leone (GoSL) and the opposition All People’s Congress (APC) signed the Agreement for National Unity (ANU) after three days of dialogue mediated by the Independent Commission for Peace and National Cohesion (ICPNC). Dubbed the “Sonkor-Sonkor” Accord, it was hailed as a moment of…
By Edward Dictionary Caulker Food security in Sierra Leone is no stranger to political speeches, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and televised farm visits by leaders. It is also no stranger to empty promises. For decades, governments regardless of party have pledged to transform agriculture and end hunger, yet rice prices keep rising, imports keep swelling, and rural…
By Edward Dictionary Caulker When Sierra Leone marked the 25th International Youth Day (IYD) on August 12, 2025, the Freetown International Conference Center rang with speeches, applause, and the rhythmic energy of young voices. The theme “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond” promised a celebration of creativity, resilience, and the boundless potential of…
Sheik Alhaji Mohammed Omodu Kamara, popularly known as Jagaban, visited the Kamajor Camp in the Upper Nyawa Section of Njalahun Chiefdom on Sunday, receiving an enthusiastic welcome from residents and party members. The event, chaired by All People’s Congress (APC) District Chairman Ensah Jajuwa, brought together local leaders and party stakeholders. Speaking on behalf of…
Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Information and Civic Education has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with AFS Intercultural Programs to expand opportunities for youth participation in global education and exchange programs. The agreement was finalized during the closing ceremony of Sierra Leone’s side event at the AFS Youth Assembly in New York. Minister Chernor Bah…
By Edward Dictionary Caulker What began as playful political banter at a party conference months ago has resurfaced this time under the national spotlight. On Thursday, 7 August 2025, during the State Opening of the Third Session of the Sixth Parliament of the Second Republic of Sierra Leone, chants of “You coco roast oh” greeted…
By Edward Dictionary Caulker Whilst listening to James Fortune’s in-depth analysis of the Lungi Ferry saga during the Deep Dive Monologue on Epic Radio, I, serving as producer, jotted down the most striking points he raised. His presentation was layered with both authority and frustration, sentiments that were echoed by callers who phoned in to…
By Edward Dictionary Caulker In his address at the State Opening of the Third Session of the Sixth Parliament of the Second Republic of Sierra Leone, President Julius Maada Bio laid out a sweeping vision one filled with achievements, promises, and projections designed to showcase his government’s progress and future direction. With characteristic poise and…
By Edward Dictionary Caulker As the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) gears up for its much-anticipated internal elections, one of the most watched and potentially pivotal contests is the race for National Deputy Chairman. Two prominent aspirants have emerged at the center of this political duel: Hon. Veronica Kadie Sesay, a veteran parliamentarian with decades…
By Edward Dictionary Caulker A Producer’s Reflection As I sat behind the console in SLIK TV’s buzzing production room last zSunday, monitoring the lively exchange between Melvin Mansaray and SLPP National Publicity aspirant Munir Lansana on The Brutally Frank Show, my mind drifted beyond the immediate headlines. Beneath the surface of their arguments lay a…
