By Ibrahim Sesay
President Dr. Julius Maada Bio is expected to engage directly with citizens during the Third Annual National Presidential Town Hall, scheduled for Tuesday, 30 June 2026, at the University of Makeni Auditorium in Makeni.
Organized by the Ministry of Information and Civic Education (MoICE), the event forms part of the Government’s ongoing commitment to promoting accountability, transparency and inclusive citizen participation in governance.
Held under the civic education campaign, “Salone Big Pass Wi All,” the Presidential Town Hall has become an important national platform that brings the Head of State face-to-face with citizens to discuss issues of national importance and provide updates on Government policies and development initiatives.
The previous editions, held in Freetown and Kenema, attracted widespread public participation, allowing Sierra Leoneans to engage President Bio and senior Government officials through direct questions on governance, service delivery and national development priorities.
According to MoICE, the Makeni Town Hall will provide another opportunity for citizens from across the country, including members of the diaspora, to raise concerns, seek clarifications and engage the President on matters affecting their communities and the nation as a whole.
Discussions are expected to focus on key national priorities, including the Government’s Big Five Game Changers, economic transformation, gender empowerment and Sierra Leone’s role within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the broader international community.
To encourage maximum public participation, the Town Hall will be conducted in Krio and other local languages, ensuring that citizens from diverse backgrounds can actively contribute to the discussions. Residents from across the Northern Province and other parts of the country have been invited to attend the event.
The programme will also be broadcast live on television, radio and digital platforms, enabling Sierra Leoneans both at home and abroad to follow the discussions and participate virtually.
As the third edition of the Presidential Town Hall series, the Makeni engagement is expected to further strengthen the relationship between Government and citizens by fostering open dialogue, encouraging public accountability and promoting inclusive governance.
