Renowned Journalist Cautions President Bio on Party Succession Ahead of 2028 Elections

Renowned Sierra Leonean journalist and political commentator Edward W. J. Caulker has called on President Julius Maada Bio to draw lessons from previous leadership succession processes within the Sierra Leone People’s Party and the All People’s Congress as the country approaches the 2028 general elections.

Speaking on a recent media interview, Caulker referenced key moments in the country’s political history, including the SLPP’s 2007 delegates’ conference and the APC’s 2018 internal leadership contest. He said such experiences should guide current political actors in managing party succession.

“I hope President Bio has learned from the SLPP’s 2007 delegates’ conference and the APC’s 2018 delegates’ conference. This will be a true test of the SLPP’s democratic maturity,” Caulker said.