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Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. <\/strong><\/span>The Deputy Minister of Justice, Alpha Sesay, provided an update on the country\u2019s ongoing constitutional review process during a press conference held by the Ministry of Information and Civic Education.<\/p>\n

Sesay emphasized the significance of the constitution and the government\u2019s commitment to transparency throughout the review process. He assured citizens that President Bio prioritizes upholding the law and ensuring a better future for all Sierra Leoneans.<\/p>\n

\u201cPresident Bio is committed to leaving a strong legal framework for the country,\u201d Sesay stated. \u201cThis is why we\u2019ve focused on informing and educating the public about the review process.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sesay clarified that President Bio aims to complete a review process initiated over two decades ago. This process began with the 1999 Lome Peace Agreement, which called for a constitution reflecting the needs and aspirations of the people.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe agreement mandated a constitutional review committee to assess our current constitution and recommend revisions,\u201d Sesay explained. \u201cThis committee was established by legislation following the signing of the peace agreement.\u201d<\/p>\n

He elaborated on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) established through the Lome Peace Agreement. The TRC\u2019s recommendations, submitted in 2004, also emphasized the need for constitutional review.<\/p>\n

Former President Ahmad Tejan Kabbah established the \u201cPeter Tucker Constitutional Review Committee\u201d in line with these commitments. However, the committee\u2019s report wasn\u2019t acted upon before President Ernest Bai Koroma took office.<\/p>\n

\u201cPresident Koroma opted for a fresh review process, leading to the establishment of the \u2018Justice Cowan Constitutional Review Committee,’\u201d Sesay said. \u201cThis committee, composed of representatives from civil society organizations and political parties, submitted its report in 2017.\u201d<\/p>\n

President Koroma issued a white paper on the committee\u2019s findings in June 2017, accepting some recommendations.<\/p>\n

\u201cFollowing his election in 2018, President Bio pledged to complete this process,\u201d Sesay noted. \u201cHe established a team to review the report, and a second government white paper was issued in March 2021.\u201d<\/p>\n

Essay detailed the extensive consultations undertaken by the Justice Cowan Committee, including nationwide public meetings, stakeholder engagements, and media outreach.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe committee\u2019s report is a product of these comprehensive consultations,\u201d Sesay highlighted.<\/p>\n

He concluded by mentioning some legal reforms already implemented based on previous review recommendations. These include abolishing the death penalty, ensuring free quality education, and empowering women through legislative measures.<\/p>\n

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