I understand governance not in theory, but in practice when it works, and when it fails.
Over the years, I have learned that governance is not a slogan, a manifesto paragraph, or a campaign promise. It is a living system. When it works, institutions protect the weak, opportunities expand, and citizens begin to trust the future. When it fails, the cost is paid in lost dignity, broken systems, and a generation forced to survive rather than dream.
The choice before the APC ahead of 2026 is not merely about popularity or rhetoric. It is about competence, character, and the capacity to rebuild trust in governance. Our party was built on discipline, structure, and belief in institutions that function beyond individuals. That legacy must guide our next decision.
Sierra Leone does not need leadership that is learning governance on the job. It needs leadership that has seen failure up close, understands success in real terms, and knows how to build systems that endure. This moment calls for experience tested in difficult environments, ideas shaped by reality, and responsibility anchored in service.
The flag bearer decision will shape not just an election, but the future direction of governance in our country. It must reflect seriousness of purpose, clarity of vision, and readiness to govern from day one.
This is a season for reflection, not noise.
For substance, not sentiment.
For leadership that understands what works and has learned deeply from what does not.
