Hon. Tunis Emerges as the Anointed Candidate for the Sierra Leone Speakership!

Hon. Tunis Emerges as the Anointed Candidate for the Sierra Leone Speakership!

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As Sierra Leoneans anticipate the successor to Dr. Abass Bundu following his retirement, attention turns to two prominent contenders: the immediate past ECOWAS Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Sidi Mohamed Tunis, and the Deputy Speaker of the Sixth Parliament, Hon. Solomon Sengepoh Thomas. Informed sources disclose that extensive behind-the-scenes negotiations have positioned Dr. Sidie Mohammed Tunis as the favored and most qualified candidate, backed by the SLPP party leadership to succeed Hon. Dr. Abass Bundu as Speaker of the Sixth Parliament, pending the parliamentary election for the Speakership.

A year ago, immediately after the SLPP's second-term victory, expectations arose for Dr. Tunis to assume the Speakership. However, the party advised him to await Dr. Abass Bundu's retirement. Dr. Tunis, demonstrating loyalty, deferred, emphasizing the SLPP's unity and collaborative spirit. This decision reflects the party's commitment to honoring its faithful members, cementing Dr. Tunis's status as the presumptive Speaker in inline with the different opinion pools deflecting the public view.

Dr. Tunis' candidacy is also bolstered by his distinguished track record and extensive experience. His recent tenure as ECOWAS Parliament Speaker has elevated his credentials significantly. With unparalleled parliamentary experience, Dr. Tunis holds the distinction of being the longest-serving MP, positioning him adeptly to navigate legislative affairs with precision and foresight, he is well loved amongst his colleagues MP across all devide. Dr. Tunis embodies a reform-minded approach and unwavering dedication to the welfare of Sierra Leoneans, embodying the leadership qualities requisite for this pivotal role.