Dr. Samura Mathew Wilson Kamara, a prominent figure in Sierra Leonean politics and the All People’s Congress (APC) 2023 presidential candidate, has outlined his vision for the country as the nation looks toward the 2028 general elections.
In a recent online interview, Dr. Kamara emphasized that his focus remains on Sierra Leone’s development rather than personal political ambitions.
He stated categorically that he does not intend to run in the 2028 elections and has yet to decide on contesting the APC flagbearer position in 2026.
Reflecting on his career as both a civil servant and politician, Dr. Kamara expressed pride in his contributions under various governments.
He praised former President Dr. Ahmed Tejan Kabbah for his transformative reforms, which laid the foundation for institutions like the Sierra Leone Roads Authority (SLRA), NASSIT, the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), the National Public Procurement Authority (NPPA), and the Foreign Affairs services.
Dr. Kamara credited his rise as the APC’s 2023 presidential candidate to divine intervention, facilitated by former President Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma. While acknowledging the challenges faced during his political journey, he called on APC members to prioritize resolving lingering issues from the 2023 elections before focusing on the 2028 polls.
“The success of 2028 depends on addressing the electoral flaws of 2023,” Dr. Kamara warned, emphasizing the need for electoral justice.
He urged the APC to unite in tackling unresolved issues to safeguard Sierra Leone’s democracy and ensure a fair electoral process in the future.
Dr. Kamara also highlighted the importance of the Tripartite Committee’s work in fostering unity within the party and advancing collaborative initiatives. While he reassured members of his continued involvement in party activities, he stressed the need for perseverance and determination in Sierra Leone’s ongoing political battle.
In closing, Dr. Kamara reiterated that the APC’s performance in resolving the controversies surrounding the 2023 elections would shape the nation’s democratic trajectory and political landscape leading up to 2028.
Sierra Leone monitor, there is some amount of missinformation in the way you reported Samura’s issue about 2026 and 2028. He did not talk about contesting in 2026 apc convention and the so call 2028 elections. He said he is not thinking of 2028 elections because 2023 elections are not yet over. In fact we have no date for elections untill a president is recognize and inugurated.