Sierra Leone Telegraph: 30 May 2018:
President Julius Maada Bio having promised that he will take discipline and accountability very seriously in his government, last night made a tough decision to sack his secretary over a leaked memo which he wrongly said came from the president – ordering the finance ministry and government agencies to set aside various Finance Acts of Parliament.
The leaked memo sparked a political row, which was seized upon by the opposition APC calling for the sacking of the secretary to the president – Dennis Vandy for his gaff. President Bio last night sacked Vandy who has now been replaced by Dr Julius Fofanah Sandi.
In a statement issued last night, president Bio informed that Dr Sandi has been moved from heading the civil service and as secretary to the cabinet, to become his secretary.
Dr Sandi’s leadership role in the civil service and as secretary to the cabinet will now be filled by Mr. John Sumailah.
Last night’s statement from State House says: “The general public is hereby informed that it has pleased His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio (Photo) to announce the following appointments, subject to the approval of Parliament where necessary:”
National Security Coordinator – Office of National Security will be headed by Brigadier General (Rtd.) John Ade Oluwole Jah-Tucker.
Mr. Ansumana Mohamed Idriss will take on the role of Director General – Central Intelligence and Security Unit.
Kholifa Koroma has been replaced as Chief Immigration Officer (CIO) by Mr. Andrew Jaia Kaikai Esq.
The new Director-General of the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT) is Mr. Mohamed Fuaad Daboh, replacing Mr. Joseph Saidu Mans.
The chairman of president Bio’s SLPP party – Dr. Prince Alex Harding, will now take over the running of the National Telecommunication Company (NATCOM) from Mr Momoh Conteh as Chairman.
Dr. Foday Jaward has been appointed Executive Chairperson of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Mr. Umaru Napoleon Koroma Esq. who is the secretary general of the SLPP party has become the new Chairman of the National Commission for Privatization (NCP).
Dr. Samuel Sangawulo Jibao has replaced Ms. Haja Kallah Kamara as Commissioner General of the National Revenue Authority (NRA).
Dr. John Edward Tambi has been appointed Chairman of the Presidential Infrastructure Initiative.
The new Chief Executive of the National Public Procurement Authority (NPPA) is Mr. Ibrahim Brima Swaray.
Mr. Joseph Simon Kapuwa will serve as Director General of the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC).
Mr. Abu Hindolo Moseray will take over as Chairman of National Assets and Government’s Properties Commission (NAGPC).
The State House statement says that other appointments will be announced in due course.
God is so good to Sierra Leone for giving us a leader of integrity and good governance.
Thank you Sierra Leone Telegraph for relaying to your readers first class info with truth and neutrality.
I am glad Mr. Vandy has been replaced. This shows the leadership skills Sierra Leone needs. We, Sierra Leoneans should be thankful and grateful to GOD for allowing a change of government and to continue to pray for our President and his administration, for Almighty GOD to endow them with the wisdom of Abraham, Isaac, David and Solomon, to steer the SHIP of Sierra Leone into better waters, for all.
Kudos, President Bio.
Right move in the right direction Sir!
I congratulate the President for taking active steps to curb problems in the country. These steps are meant to stabilize the country and continue working for the people. Thanks sir.
May God almighty continue to bless our Native Land Sierra Leone and also bless our dynamic leader. HE Julies Maada Bio, Wife and daughter with long life and God’s divine direction and peace in Jesus mighty name Amen.
Thank you Mr. President – change all of them with good audit before they damaged your administration. 10 years of embezzlement. They need to be audited thoroughly.
A very good first hand information.
Good stuff