By Sulaiman Aruna Sesay
The National Publicity Secretary for the main opposition All People’s Congress, Sidi Yaya Tunis has alleged boldly at the party’s monthly parliamentary press conference held at the party headquarter on Wednesday 26 June 2024 that, the government of Sierra Leone does not have the funds to finance electricity sub-stations that include Blackhall Road, Kingtom, and Lungi and the entire energy sector.
Speaking to people and members of the fourth-estate on Wednesday, Tunis expressed his concern over the lack of investment in the country’s energy and electricity sector. He stated that the government’s inability to finance the sub-stations would result in a significant setback for the country’s energy sector.
According to Tunis, the lack of investment in the country’s electricity sector has resulted in inadequate electricity supply, which is hampering socio-economic activities in the country. He highlighted some challenges the people of Sierra Leone are facing with energy. He emphasized the pivotal roles those three stations were playing during the APC’s regime. He said, the Kingpowership are charging higher cost for electricity now than the previous government. He noted that he has evidence to the effect to challenge his claim.
Tunis’s statement comes amid concerns from Sierra Leoneans regarding the state of the country’s energy sector. Despite efforts by the government to improve the electricity supply, many communities still experience frequent power outages, which have affected their daily lives.
Sierra Leone is considered one of the poorest countries in the world, and the lack of investment in the energy sector has hampered the country’s development over the years. Despite the challenges, many Sierra Leoneans continue to remain hopeful that the government will take the necessary steps to improve the country’s electricity sector.
