By Amin Kef Sesay
Kobi Walker, President of the Sierra Leone Employers Federation, has on the 2nd July 2021 hosted a working lunch for the Director of International Labour Organization (ILO) Office for Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone, Ms. Vanessa Phala at the Pulse Restaurant and Bar at Cathedral House, Gloucester Street, Freetown.
The SLEF President, who is highly celebrated for his efforts in promoting employers’ interest in Sierra Leone, said the purpose of the working lunch was mainly for acquaintance, familiarization and a social platform to seek possible ways for collaboration within the region.
He stated that the Sierra Leone Employers’ Federation (SLEF) was established in 1966 as a non-profit business association and serves as the main employers’ organization in the country. He made mention of how his office has worked with the International Labour Organization (ILO), Sierra Leone Labour Congress (SLLC), National Social Security Trust (NASSIT) and other institutions to bring about socio-economic development to the nation.
In his remarks, the Secretary General for Sierra Leone Labour Congress (SLLC) Mr. Max Conteh appreciated the Director for honouring the invitation within the shortest possible time. He commended ILO’s contribution and support to Sierra Leone over the years. He went further to extend his appreciation to Mr. Walker, the President of SLEF for creating the platform for them to meet and chat with the young pragmatic Director.
In her response, the Director of the International Labour Organization (ILO) Office for Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone, who doubles as the Liaison Officer for ECOWAS, thanked the SLEF President and assured him of her maximum support. She explained her experience in Sierra Leone and commended the President for his relentless efforts and contribution to the nation.
Also in attendance were Munyaradzi Hove, (ILO) Country Lead for Sierra Leone, Chiblee F. Kamara – Acting Deputy Commissioner of Labour, Ministry of Labour ,and Social Security, Max Conteh – Secretary General, Sierra Leone Labour Congress, Leslie R. Thomas, Executive Secretary Sierra Leone Employers Federation, Allan Tuboku-Metger, Executive Assistant – Sierra Leone Employers Federation and Joseph Allieu Sesay.
