In a historic and unopposed election, 5792 Mohamed Mubashir Massaquoi, has been elected as the National Secretary General of the Old Bo Boys Association (OBBA). His nomination was put forward by Dr. Prince Harding (2643) and seconded by Kotor Sullay B. Sesay (1866). Massaquoi brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having served...Read More
By George M.O. Williams Freetown, April 19, 2025 – A total of 130 students have successfully graduated from the Lifeline Nehemiah Project, gaining technical skills in plumbing, electrical work, and hospitality. The institution, which has been at the forefront of youth empowerment and sustainable development in Sierra Leone since 1992, continues to provide valuable vocational...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Favor Institute of Technology and Skills (FITS) held its inaugural graduation and official launching ceremony on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Grace Christian Church in Freetown. The event marked a historic milestone for the institute, which is dedicated to empowering young women through skills...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura In the heart of Panlap, Makeni, the Bombali School for the Blind stands as a beacon of hope for visually impaired students determined to pursue their education despite overwhelming challenges. For these young learners, schooling is not just a pathway to a brighter future—it is a symbol of resilience in the...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu In a heartfelt demonstration of solidarity, Ady Macauley, a prominent aspirant for the 2028 APC Flagbearer position, visited victims of a devastating fire that swept through Crab Town, Aberdeen, on the night of April 17, 2025. The blaze, which tore through the densely populated community, displaced over fifty families and destroyed...Read More
The Freetown office of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) hosted a special awards ceremony on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, to honor the best-performing candidates of the 2023 and 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), and National Primary School Examination (NPSE). The event, held at WAEC’s lower hall...Read More
The Minister of Sports, Madam Augusta James-Teima, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the timely completion of the ongoing renovation of the Siaka Stevens Stadium, Sierra Leone’s premier sports facility. Speaking during a special visit to the stadium on Thursday, April 17, 2025, the Minister was accompanied by officials from the Ministry of Works, the...Read More
By Ibrahim S. Bangura In Sierra Leone’s provinces, far from the bustling cities and urban music trends, the echoes of traditional rhythms persist, safeguarding the soul of the nation’s cultural heritage. From the resonant drums of Pujehun to the evocative flute melodies of Kabala, cultural musicians continue to preserve their art despite being underappreciated, underpaid,...Read More
By George M.O. Williams His Excellency Dr. Julius Maada Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone and proud alumnus of Bo Government Secondary School (Bo School), was the distinguished guest at the annual Speech Day and Prize-Giving Ceremony held on Friday, April 18, 2025. Organized by the Old Bo Boys Association (OBBA), the event...Read More
By Sallieu S. Kanu Her Worship the Mayor of Freetown, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr OBE, is set to be honored with the 2021 Lawrence C. Nussdorf Urban Leadership Prize at a special ceremony hosted by the Penn Institute for Urban Research at the University of Pennsylvania, according to the Freetown City Council Communications. The award presentation, delayed...Read More
