Julius Maada Bio

I'm currently in Monrovia, the beautiful capital of the Republic of Liberia, joining fellow Heads of State to celebrate with our brother His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, President of the Republic of Liberia, and the wonderful people of Liberia on their 178th Independence…

At the Sixth Summit of the African Union Committee of Ten Heads of State and Government on UN Security Council reform, I reaffirmed our collective position for two permanent seats with full privileges, including the veto, and two additional non-permanent seats for Africa. As the…

The Deputy Minister of Communication, Technology, and Innovation, Paul Hinga Tucker, along with the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs, David Fortune, have officially taken their oaths of office. I look forward to supporting you both as you leverage your experience to advance…

I am excited to learn that Sierra Leone’s Compact Program has been recommended for continuation following the review of MCC’s foreign assistance programs. I extend my gratitude to the United States Government and the Millennium Challenge Corporation for their confidence in our…

I had a productive meeting with Leonardo Santos Simão, Special Representative of the UN Secretary General for West Africa and the Sahel. We discussed the subregion's security and ECOWAS's crucial role in fostering regional unity. Thank you for your congratulatory message. As the…

I met with the Steering Committee members of the African Agriculture Transformation Initiative (AATI), including representatives from the Gates Foundation and the Vice Presidents of IFAD and AGRA, to discuss accelerating #FeedSalone. #SierraLeone was chosen as one of two African…

This morning at State House, I had an inspiring meeting with @DonalFBrown, Associate Vice-President of the Program Management Department at @IFAD, and @EnockChikava, Director of Agricultural Delivery Systems at @gatesfoundation, along with their dedicated teams. Together, we…

Ambassador Aidan Fitzpatrick of Ireland has been a remarkable friend to Sierra Leone. Your dedication has strengthened our bond. As you bid farewell today at State House, we express our gratitude for your contributions. You will be missed, and we hope to welcome you back soon.…

I was happy to welcome my friend and the Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), QU Dongyu, on his first visit to Sierra Leone. I expressed my gratitude for accepting my invitation, for FAO's sustained support of our agricultural sector, and for his…

The story of Dr. Kadie Sesay is more than just a part of our national history; it represents a cornerstone of our postwar democracy. Her unwavering dedication to advocating for women is a legacy we must hold dear. As we reflect on her life and contributions, let us remember the…

With a profoundly heavy heart, I paid tribute to an extraordinary pathmaker, a pioneer in so many ways, my former vice presidential candidate from 2012, Dr. Kadie Sesay. Her legacy will always be a source of inspiration, empowering countless women and girls to reach for greater…

As global aid declines, Africa must lead its own development. And our greatest potential lies in our fields. Together with Governor Makinde, @simeonehui and @HafezGhanem_Dev, I make the case for agriculture‑led transformation in @BrookingsAfrica. Sierra Leone’s #FeedSalone is…

I had a very constructive meeting with Dr. George Agyekum Donkor, the President and Board Chairman of ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development, along with his team at State House. We are eager to explore and collaborate on various development initiatives that will contribute…

As the President of the Republic of Sierra Leone and the Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, I had the honor of presenting a comprehensive progress report on the strides made in regional integration within the Economic Community of West African…