Recently, President Maada Bio made controversial statements during his visit to Bo, which have caused significant concern among the public. His remark, “If they bring bullet, they would meet bullet,” has been particularly alarming, as many believe such rhetoric could incite unrest in the country.

Sierra Leoneans are concerned that the President missed an opportunity to calm the populace, especially given the widespread issues of poverty, starvation, inflation, and brutality. Some suggest that the President’s comments reflect his apprehension about the forthcoming Tripartite Recommendations, which might not be in his favor, and that he is attempting to instill fear among citizens.

In response, Opposition Chief Whip Hon. Abdul Karim Kamara strongly condemned President Bio’s statements during a parliamentary session. Kamara warned that such remarks could potentially lead to genocide, emphasizing that his party does not support any form of coup d’état. He stated, “As a political party, we exist because there are democratic institutions.”

Kamara expressed concern that the President’s words could embolden the police and military, increasing the likelihood of violence. He accused President Bio of being indifferent to the suffering of the citizens and failing to address their needs.

Kamara urged the President to be more careful in his public statements, noting that the President’s words have the power to either stabilize or further destabilize society