{"id":56756,"date":"2026-04-27T14:40:25","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T14:40:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/sierra-leone\/all-news\/redefine-independence-beyond-politics-dr-ibrahim-bangura"},"modified":"2026-04-27T15:10:31","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T15:10:31","slug":"redefine-independence-beyond-politics-dr-ibrahim-bangura","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/sierra-leone\/all-news\/redefine-independence-beyond-politics-dr-ibrahim-bangura","title":{"rendered":"Redefine Independence Beyond Politics Dr. Ibrahim Bangura"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Sierra-Leone. <\/strong><\/span>Dr. Ibrahim Bangura, a flagbearer aspirant for the All People\u2019s Congress (APC) in the 2028 presidential election, has called on Sierra Leoneans to move beyond symbolic celebrations and pursue what he described as true independence rooted in economic resilience, social justice, and inclusive governance.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on the 65th anniversary of Sierra Leone\u2019s independence, Dr. Bangura honored the sacrifices of the nation\u2019s forebears who secured political freedom on April 27, 1961, but argued that the country\u2019s journey toward genuine self-determination remains unfinished.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPolitical independence was achieved in 1961,\u201d Dr. Bangura said. \u201cBut true independence \u2014 economic resilience, social justice, inclusive governance, and shared prosperity \u2014 remains a journey we are still shaping.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The APC aspirant acknowledged Sierra Leone\u2019s natural wealth and vibrant youth population but noted that many citizens still struggle, feel unheard, or face institutional weaknesses. He called for a new era of collective responsibility, urging leaders to be transparent and accountable, and institutions to serve with integrity.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Bangura specifically addressed young people, those who have chosen Sierra Leone as home, and citizens abroad, emphasizing that nation-building must be inclusive. He outlined a three-step path forward for the country: first, heal from past divisions and rebuild trust; second, unite around a shared purpose; and third, build a nation that works for all.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe story of Sierra Leone is not finished, and it is not written by one group alone,\u201d he said. \u201cIt is written by all of us.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The aspirant concluded with an appeal to turn Independence Day into a renewal of commitment, not mere remembrance, wishing the nation a happy Independence Day and calling on God to bless Sierra Leone.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Sierra-Leone<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Sierra-Leone. Dr. Ibrahim Bangura, a flagbearer aspirant for the All People\u2019s Congress (APC) in the 2028 presidential election, has called on Sierra Leoneans to move beyond symbolic celebrations and pursue what he described as true independence rooted in economic resilience, social justice, and inclusive governance. 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