Mattru Jong, Bonthe District, Saturday 4 April 2026 – His Excellency, President Dr. Julius Maada Bio, who also doubles as the Leader of the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP), has officially opened the SLPP District Office in Mattru Jong, calling on party members to set aside differences and work together toward victory in the 2028 elections.
Describing the new office as a hub for engagement and community interaction, President Bio emphasized that the facility belongs to all party members in the district and should be used to strengthen unity and coordination.
“I urge all of you to put aside your differences and work together for a landslide victory in 2028,” he stated, adding that the office will also be equipped with internet connectivity to enhance communication and outreach.
The President used the occasion to highlight ongoing development efforts in Bonthe District, announcing plans for a 100-bed hospital and reaffirming government’s commitment to improving access to electricity and water. He also referenced recent investments in the health sector, including the provision of buses, utility vehicles, and motorbikes for healthcare workers nationwide.
First Lady Fatima Maada Bio commended the construction of the office and echoed calls for peace and unity, particularly following recent internal SLPP elections. She also noted progress on the Bo–Mattru Jong road project.
SLPP National Chairman Jimmy Batilo Songa expressed satisfaction with the growing number of party offices across the country, describing the development as a reflection of strong leadership and commitment to party growth.
Regional and district party officials, including Abdulai Bun Wai and Joseph Maada Lahai, also called for unity among members and commended contributions toward the completion of the office.
The event underscored renewed efforts to strengthen party structures at the grassroots level while promoting cohesion ahead of the next electoral cycle.
Credit: State House Media and Communications Unit
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