By Abdul Razack Gbla
Savage Square in Fourahbay pulsed with energy and pride as community members turned out in force to celebrate a historic football victory — but it was the presence of one man, Ady Macauley Esq., that gave the night a deeper resonance. The respected lawyer, political figure, and proud son of the Fourah Bay (Aku) Community stood shoulder to shoulder with his people, joining in the celebration of Fourahbay Community FC’s remarkable achievement in winning both the Parade Field and Approved School Field gala competitions.
For Ady Macauley, who is widely regarded as a leading contender for the All People’s Congress (APC) flagbearer position, this was no ordinary political appearance. It was a homecoming. Surrounded by familiar faces, embraced by elders, and greeted warmly by residents of all ages, he returned not as an outsider seeking applause, but as a native son deeply woven into the fabric of his community. The people did not welcome a politician — they embraced a brother.
“This is our own,” said one supporter passionately as Ady Macauley made his way through the crowd, smiling and interacting freely. “Ady is not new to this place. He is Fourahbay through and through. When he wins, we all win, and when he is with us, it shows that no matter how far one goes in life, you never forget your roots.”
Ady Macauley’s presence elevated the evening from mere celebration to a moment of symbolic unity. In a city often divided along political or social lines, the gathering in Fourahbay stood as proof of the strength of community and the enduring ties of kinship. The double trophy win, while a cause for celebration in itself, became a broader expression of identity and pride — and Ady Macauley’s participation gave the event a dimension of leadership grounded in humility and belonging.
The occasion was a jubilant climax to weeks of community excitement. Fourahbay Community FC, a team built from local talent and unrelenting determination, had battled their way to glory in two of the most respected gala tournaments in Freetown — first at the Parade Field and then at the Approved School Field. Their triumphs were not just sporting victories but communal milestones, proof of what can be achieved through unity, discipline, and collective support. And Fourah Bay showed up to honour them in full force.
Savage Square, a historic hub of social and religious activity, was transformed into a festive arena.
At the heart of the celebration was a rare and powerful moment of cultural unity. The Awodu, Tourist, and Biafra Ojeh Societies — longstanding traditional institutions within the community — came together to organise a combined performance in honour of the team. This collaborative display of heritage was not only a feast for the senses but a symbol of harmony, the kind rarely seen across competing cultural groups.
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