Former Freetown Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr has received a surprise nomination for re-election in the upcoming Sierra Leone Election on June 24th, 2023. The nomination was made by Sheik Alhaji Mohamed Amara Kamara, also known as Jagaban, at the Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL) Western Urban District Nomination Office. A large motorcade of supporters accompanied the nomination to the ECSL Nomination office at Murry Town junction in the West End of the city.
Jagaban cited Aki-Sawyerr's impressive record of accomplishments and transformative leadership during her first term as Mayor of Freetown as the reason for his endorsement. He stated that Aki-Sawyerr needs a second term to complete her Transform Freetown Project and called on all Freetonnairs to support her re-election bid.
"We need Mrs. Aki-Sawyerr to complete her Transform Freetown Project by giving her a second term in office," he said. Jagaban, who was previously an aspirant for the Running Mate position, stepped down to support Aki-Sawyerr. This unexpected move has caused a stir and could potentially change the political landscape of Sierra Leone.