By Amin Kef (Ranger)
Vice President, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, Chairman of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Decentralization and Local Governance, presided over a pivotal joint meeting with the Bo Municipality and District Council on Friday, August 2, 2024. The session centered on identifying opportunities and addressing challenges to advance the implementation of the “Big Five Game Changers,” with a particular focus on President Julius Maada Bio’s Feed Salone initiative, which seeks to enhance food security and agricultural development nationwide.
“In my capacity as Chairman of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Decentralization and Local Governance, I presided over a joint Bo municipality and district council meeting to discuss the opportunities and challenges in order to support the implementation of the Big Five Game Changers , particularly the Feed Salone initiative. Thank you, Mayor Kobba and Chairman Hindowa, for your excellent ideas,” stated Vice President Jalloh.
During the meeting, Vice President Jalloh underscored the crucial role of local governance in achieving national goals and praised the collaborative spirit among the participants. He acknowledged the significant contributions of Bo Mayor, Harold Kobba and District Council Chairman ,Moses Hindowa, highlighting their innovative ideas and unwavering commitment to local development. Their input is deemed essential for the successful rollout of the Feed Salone initiative, a cornerstone of the Government’s broader development strategy.
The session provided a platform for discussing actionable strategies to overcome existing challenges and capitalize on opportunities within local governance. Vice President Jalloh reiterated the Government’s dedication to decentralization as a means to empower local communities, enhance service delivery and ensure sustainable development.
The collaborative efforts between the Bo Municipality and District Council are expected to play a pivotal role in propelling the Feed Salone initiative forward, contributing significantly to the socio-economic growth of Sierra Leone.
