By Amina Cole
Freetown, November 6, 2025 — Dr. Ibrahim Bangura made a major donation at the APC’s national headquarters in Freetown, marking a crucial moment in the development of his campaign to lead the All People’s Congress (APC). The gesture demonstrated his commitment to party integration, institutional growth, and his determination to uphold transparency within the party.
Through the National Executive, Dr. Bangura announced a contribution of Le 500 million to the APC Northwestern Region and an additional Le 1 billion to support the registration of party members nationwide. These contributions represent tangible milestones in the first phase of his campaign, designed to rebuild the party’s administrative systems, revitalize its grassroots, and usher in an era of disciplined and transparent governance. (Source: Forum News Sierra Leone)
As complementary support, assistance in the form of party staples was extended to the APC Young Congress, APC Women’s Congress, and the National Union of APC Students (NUAS) — with 300, 300, and 100 bags of rice, respectively. He also donated 500 bags of cement for the construction of a new party office in Kambia District, in addition to supporting the planned refurbishment of Bai Bureh Hall in Port Loko, a site of deep historic significance to the party. (Source: Forum News Sierra Leone)
Dr. Bangura’s campaign strategically reframes these acts of generosity not as personal patronage, but as institutional investments aimed at fortifying the party’s foundation. He explained that support for branches and for the youth and women’s wings must pass through formal and transparent systems, ensuring accountability and strengthening internal trust.
He emphasized that for the APC to regain credibility and be fully prepared for the 2028 general elections, it must remain united under disciplined, coordinated leadership.
Dr. Bangura further assured that all contributions — including the Le 1 billion registration fund — would be accounted for within the party’s official structures, adding that donations must benefit all members equally rather than create imbalanced patronage networks. He urged other aspirants and members to follow this example: engage with the party’s national and district executives rather than sectional interest groups. (Source: AYV News)
The November 6 event builds on previous initiatives with similar objectives. On October 31, 2025, Dr. Bangura donated Le 500 million to the APC Kono District Executive to support construction of the district’s office, noting that “this gesture is a fulfilment of a promise,” alongside ongoing efforts to assist the Port Loko and Kambia districts. (Source: AYV News)
Analysts have noted that the APC, while maintaining political influence, has often struggled with internal cohesion, leading to divisions that weaken its collective strength. (Source: Sierra Leone Telegraph) Within this context, Dr. Bangura’s emphasis on discipline, coordination, and collaboration stands out. His campaign is built around restoring trust from the grassroots upward, underscoring that a strong internal organization is essential for future electoral success.
His message also extends beyond party mechanics. At a recent event in Kenema, Dr. Bangura spoke about national unity and the need for collective action to confront the growing “Kush” drug crisis, reminding supporters that his campaign is ultimately about strengthening families, empowering communities, and rebuilding a nation rooted in shared values. (Source: AYV News)
As the APC advances through its internal electoral calendar, Dr. Bangura’s donations and campaign rhetoric revolve around three defining themes: party cohesion, formal transparency, and grassroots investment. He aims to shift the campaign conversation away from personality-driven politics toward a vision of the APC as a modern, inclusive, and reform-oriented institution.
While the full impact of this approach on his support base remains to be seen, the November 6 event and his subsequent regional outreach have already captured public attention. They reflect a clear articulation of his vision — that the future of the APC must be built from the ground up through collaboration, transparency, and shared accountability.
If sustained, this approach could redefine both the culture of party politics and the practice of leadership within Sierra Leone’s evolving democratic landscape.
