By: Abdul Razack Gbla
Leading flagbearer hopeful of the All People’s Congress (APC), Ady Macauley, joined a host of legal luminaries and family members on Sunday to pay final respects to the late Justice Dr. Abou Bhakarr Binneh-Kamara. The Janazah (funeral prayer) was held at the Hezbullah Mosque in Congo Town, followed by burial at the Congo Town Cemetery.
The solemn gathering drew prominent figures from Sierra Leone’s legal and political spheres, a statement to Justice Binneh-Kamara’s profound influence on the nation’s judiciary and legal education.
Justice Kamara was celebrated as a jurist of rare depth and integrity. Over a legal career spanning more than 15 years, he served with distinction at the High Court and was recently elevated to the Court of Appeal in May 2025, following his nomination by President Julius Maada Bio. His promotion marked the culmination of a career rooted in fairness, legal rigour, and a deep commitment to constitutional interpretation.
Beyond the bench, he left a lasting academic legacy. In November 2023, he became the first Dean of the newly established Faculty of Law at Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone—spearheading its development and setting academic standards. He also lectured Media law and ethics within FBC’s Mass Communication Department years back, mentoring young professionals and advancing research into media freedoms.
Tributes poured in from colleagues who described him as a principled voice for democracy and legal accountability. Many remembered him not only as a brilliant legal mind but also as a mentor who inspired a generation of legal practitioners.
Ady Macauley’s presence at the funeral showed his deep connection with the legal profession. Known for his accessibility and unending support for others in times of need, Ady Macauley once again demonstrated his grassroots spirit by standing in solidarity with the legal community and the family of the late Justice Kamara. His attendance was not merely symbolic, but a reflection of his commitment to honouring those who have served the nation and offering comfort to those left behind.
His passing leaves a significant void in both the judiciary and academia—one marked by an enduring legacy of service, intellect, and devotion to the rule of law.
