The National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Sierra Leone, led by its President Prince Suallay on Tuesday 12th May 2026 paid a courtesy call on the newly appointed Executive Director of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Barrister Mohamed Alphaka Conteh, Esq.
Declaring the purpose of the visit, NSA Deputy Executive Director Dr. Abdulai Rahman Swaray who chaired the meeting stated that the NOC’s presence was to formally congratulate Mr. Conteh and pledge their institutional support to the Authority collaboration to develop sport in the country.
President Prince Suallay congratulated Mr. Conteh on his appointment and expressed the NOC’s appreciation for his elevation at a crucial time, as the Committee prepares for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
*“Your appointment is timely and meaningful to the NOC. Your humility towards all, regardless of status, is commendable,” he said. “My team and I remain optimistic about our future working relationship and collaboration. The NOC and NSA will work together seamlessly to develop sports in Sierra Leone.*
“We stand ready to accord the new Executive Director all the facilities and privileges his office deserves as we approach the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.” the President said.
Mr. Suallay also used the meeting to applauded the entire NSA team for their continued commitment, dedication, and professionalism in their respective roles.
The Chief Executive Officer of the NOC, Mr. Ahmed Kanu, who was led the enactment of the NSA Act in 2017 joined his Boss in congratulating the new NSA Chief. He also briefly highlighted the NOC’s 2026 calendar of activities, which includes the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and the Youth Olympic Games in Senegal.
In his response, NSA Executive Director Mohamed Alphaka Conteh welcomed the NOC delegation and thanked Mr. Suallay and the wider Commonwealth Games family for the respect shown to him.
*“We must work together and support President Bio’s Big Five Game Changer, especially the agenda on sports. “It is no coincidence that the NOC is the first institution to pay me a courtesy call,” he said*
*“My mandate is to maintain peace within the sporting ecosystem. This is only achievable when we respect one another. We may disagree, but we must always find common ground for the greater good. Misunderstandings and conflicts are inevitable in any society, but they can and should be managed amicably.”*
“The NOC President is a member of the NSA Board, and the Board provides directives to the Authority. So, we are going to work together. I am neither too big nor too small to be corrected. I therefore submit myself to you and to all Board members for strategic guidance and direction. There is no time to waste — we must hit the ground running.”
