President Julius Maada Bio has welcomed former President Ernest Bai Koroma back to Freetown and Sierra Leone, describing his return as an opportunity to strengthen national unity, peace and collective efforts towards a better future.

President Bio made the statement following the former President’s arrival in the country on Sunday, September 6, after an extended period outside Sierra Leone.

In a message shared after welcoming the former Head of State at State House, President Bio called on Sierra Leoneans to remain united and focused on the country’s progress.

“Today at the State House, I welcomed former President Ernest Bai Koroma back to Freetown and Sierra Leone. Let us unite in purpose, reinforce our peace, and commit to building a stronger, more prosperous, and hopeful Sierra Leone,” President Bio stated.

The return of the former President has attracted significant public attention, with his arrival marked by a national welcome involving senior government officials, political figures and other dignitaries.

President Koroma, who served as Sierra Leone’s President from 2007 to 2018, remains a prominent figure in the country’s political history.

President Bio’s message comes against the backdrop of renewed calls for national cohesion, peaceful political engagement and a shared commitment to Sierra Leone’s development.

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