{"id":26488,"date":"2023-12-28T18:59:36","date_gmt":"2023-12-28T18:59:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/sierra-leone\/all-news\/information-minister-chernor-bah-celebrates-festive-season-in-bonthe-island"},"modified":"2023-12-28T19:02:23","modified_gmt":"2023-12-28T19:02:23","slug":"information-minister-chernor-bah-celebrates-festive-season-in-bonthe-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/sierra-leone\/all-news\/information-minister-chernor-bah-celebrates-festive-season-in-bonthe-island","title":{"rendered":"Information Minister Chernor Bah Celebrates Festive Season in Bonthe Island"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. <\/strong><\/span>Sierra Leone\u2019s Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, embraced the festive season by visiting his paternal hometown, Bonthe Island.<\/p>\n

<\/a>His journey commenced with an enthusiastic reception at mainland Mattru Jong, symbolizing his deep-rooted connection to the region where his father was born.<\/p>\n

This heartfelt visit followed a similar trip to his maternal hometown in Bo, showcasing Bah\u2019s commitment to his roots and the people of Sierra Leone.Bah\u2019s delegation, inclusive of Deputy Ministers of Finance and Agriculture, Members of Parliament, former Vice President Victor Bockarie Foh, government officials, family, and friends, represented a diverse spectrum of the nation.<\/p>\n

Amidst the celebratory atmosphere, accolades poured in, praising Bah\u2019s grounded nature and tireless dedication. Deputy Minister \u20182\u2019 of Finance, Bockarie Kalokoh, hailed Bah\u2019s appointment as a testament to the inclusive nature of the government.<\/p>\n

Dr. Theresa Dick, Deputy Minister of Agriculture, commended Bah\u2019s information management during critical times and expressed pride in his Bonthe heritage, acknowledging the district\u2019s history of producing exceptional leaders.<\/p>\n

The Minister\u2019s reception on Bonthe Island mirrored a vibrant festival, characterized by exuberant crowds, traditional drumming, and a spirited march to the council hall, demonstrating profound affection and unity.<\/p>\n

Addressing the gathering, Minister Chernor Bah commended the island\u2019s progress in infrastructure development, especially lauding projects like the Bo-Mattru Road, Yargoi jetty, and Senehun-crossing Point Bridge as integral to President Bio\u2019s legacy. He pledged close oversight of these initiatives and vowed continued support for their prompt completion.<\/p>\n

Additionally, Bah reiterated his commitment to launching development programs, distributing the President\u2019s Christmas packages, and promising the President\u2019s future visit when feasible.<\/p>\n

Minister Bah\u2019s visit not only celebrated the festive season but also rekindled optimism for accelerated development and advancement in Bonthe Island, epitomizing his pledge to lead with and for the people of Sierra Leone.<\/p>\n

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