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Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. <\/strong><\/span>Sierra Leone\u2019s President, Julius Maada Bio, has come under scrutiny following the emergence of photos showing him disembarking from a private jet.<\/b><\/p>\n

The controversy stems from the jet\u2019s registration, which reportedly links it to an address in Connecticut, USA, where a Gerald Group office is located. Gerald Group is a major metals trader currently locked in a takeover battle with Sierra Rutile, a mining company in Sierra Leone.<\/p>\n

The photos, said to be from President Bio\u2019s trip to the US last month, were met with accusations of \u201cdoctored photos\u201d by a Gerald Group spokesperson. However, a reputable jet spotting website reportedly shows an image of the same plane with clear registration and markings, including the flags of both Sierra Leone and the US.<\/p>\n

Despite these details, the Gerald Group spokesperson declined to confirm or deny ownership of the jet, instead issuing a statement dismissing \u201cmarket rumours\u201d and accusing media outlets of spreading \u201cerroneous information.\u201d This comes after Gerald Group previously denied allegations of money laundering in Sierra Leone last week.<\/p>\n

The controversy adds another layer to the already complex relationship between Gerald Group and Sierra Leone. Gerald Group is currently attempting a hostile takeover of Sierra Rutile with a $40 million offer. This coincides with an ongoing dispute between Sierra Rutile and the Sierra Leonean government regarding mining royalties.<\/p>\n

Gerald Group, through its subsidiary Marampa Mines, is no stranger to such disputes in the West African nation. In 2021, Marampa Mines faced a similar standoff with the government over its iron ore mine, eventually resolving the issue with a 10% stake in the mine and a $20 million cash payment to the government.<\/p>\n

With over 200 employees worldwide, Gerald Group is a significant player in the global metals trade. However, their recent actions in Sierra Leone have raised questions about transparency and potential conflicts of interest.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Sierra-Leone<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. Sierra Leone\u2019s President, Julius Maada Bio, has come under scrutiny following the emergence of photos showing him disembarking from a private jet. The controversy stems from the jet\u2019s registration, which reportedly links it to an address in Connecticut, USA, where a Gerald Group office is located. 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