The political climate between Sierra Leone’s ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and the main opposition All People’s Congress (APC) has intensified following sharp criticism from Ady Macauley, a senior lawyer and prominent APC figure. Macauley took aim at Chief Minister David Moinina Sengeh, urging him to prioritize addressing the plagiarism allegations surrounding his recent book, Radical Inclusion, rather than targeting the opposition.

The dispute arose after Chief Minister Sengeh described the APC as an “unprogressive party” in a recent public address, a remark that has not sat well with APC members and supporters. In response, Macauley countered, “My advice to Chief Minister David Sengeh is to concentrate on resolving the controversies within his own camp. The plagiarism allegations linked to his book are serious matters that require his immediate and focused attention.”

“A few people have asked for my thoughts on recent comments by Chief Minister, David Sengeh. My advice: His focus should be on resolving ongoing tensions within his own party and addressing allegations of plagiarism surrounding his recently released book, Radical Inclusion. These issues deserve immediate attention and constructive action,” Macauley stated.

The Chief Minister’s book, Radical Inclusion, has faced scrutiny following claims that parts of the work were not original, sparking widespread debate about his intellectual credibility. Macauley’s remarks have added fuel to the ongoing political rivalry, as APC supporters accuse Sengeh of politicizing governance and diverting attention from his own challenges.