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Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. <\/strong><\/span>The residents of Dea Chiefdom in the Kailahun District have expressed frustration over the prolonged absence of a substantive paramount chief, following the death of the late paramount chief over four years ago.<\/b><\/p>\n

Locals argue that the lack of elected leadership has hindered major development initiatives within the chiefdom, leaving the community in a state of stagnation.<\/p>\n

The sentiment was echoed by community member Dadis Kamara, who highlighted the urgent need for a substantive chief to drive developmental projects and effectively represent the interests of the community.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe chiefdom lacks significant developments because there has been no elected paramount chief to advocate for us,\u201d Kamara stated. \u201cWe need someone who can mobilize resources and lead us into a better future.\u201d<\/p>\n

The chiefdom has been under the leadership of a regent chief during this transitional period. However, residents are growing increasingly dissatisfied with the regent\u2019s long time stay and the ability to address pressing issues affecting the community, such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure development.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are tired of waiting,\u201d said Munya Swarray, another community member. We want an elected paramount chief who can unite us and advocate for our needs.\u201d<\/p>\n

Residents hope that their calls will lead to timely action and that an election will be scheduled in the near future.<\/p>\n

\u201cHaving a substantive paramount chief is not just a matter of leadership; it\u2019s about accountability and progress. We need someone who lives among us, knows our challenges, and is willing to work tirelessly for our community,\u201d added Swarray.<\/p>\n

The citizens of Dea Chiefdom are now pleading for attention from the local government to facilitate the election of a chief who can help them rebuild and rejuvenate their community.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. The residents of Dea Chiefdom in the Kailahun District have expressed frustration over the prolonged absence of a substantive paramount chief, following the death of the late paramount chief over four years ago. 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