Freetown, Sierra Leone – In a significant development amid ongoing political tensions, the All People’s Congress (APC) has confirmed the payment of a 200 million Leone fine levied by the Political Parties Registration Commission (PPRC).
The penalty stems from controversial remarks made by the party’s Secretary General during a large-scale rally at the Attouga Mini Stadium.
Mohamed Pope Kamara, the APC’s Deputy Public Relations Officer, announced the settlement in a recent statement, emphasizing that the payment was made shortly after the PPRC imposed a suspension on the party. However, Kamara clarified that the directive to pay the fine had been issued well before the suspension took effect, underscoring that the timing was coincidental rather than reactive.
Adding a layer of intrigue to the matter, Kamara specified that the funds disbursed cover only the portion related to Osman Dumbuya Esq., a key figure in the case.
Notably, the party has deliberately refrained from paying the 150 million Leone segment of the fine attributed to Zainab Sheriff.
According to Kamara, Sheriff had explicitly instructed the APC not to cover her share, and the party chose to honor her directive by leaving that amount unresolved.
This partial settlement highlights the complexities within Sierra Leone’s political landscape, where individual accountability and party loyalty intersect.
The PPRC has yet to comment on the implications of this selective payment, but it could influence the ongoing suspension and future regulatory actions against the opposition party.
As the situation evolves, observers are watching closely for any further escalations or resolutions between the APC and regulatory bodies.
