He announced an initial funding commitment of Le 500,000,000 (Five Hundred Million Leones) to support the project.
Ambassador Omrie Golley has distinguished himself as the most loyal member of the APC party from the south-east who is committing his resources to the development and progress of the Party. He has demonstrated this even during difficult times of the Party when some members had lost hope.
The launch event, attended by numerous supporters and local leaders, was hosted by Mohamed Amadu Sesay (Dr. Hool), the District Chairman of the APC in Pujehun District.
The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including District Executive Chairmen from Bo, Moyamba, Kenema, Kailahun, and Bonthe, alongside senior party members and former ministers from the APC’s previous administration.
Chairman Sesay highlighted the history of the party office, tracing its establishment back to the early 1980s under the late Paramount Chief A.J. Kaikai, who donated the land for its construction. He reflected on the high-profile attendees of the original ceremony, emphasizing the significance of the APC in the region.
Speakers at the event praised Ambassador Golley’s ongoing support and commitment, with APC District Chairmen from the Southeast expressing admiration for his leadership and contributions to the renovation project.
Young congress leader Mohamed K. Swaray, a former parliamentary candidate for Pujehun District, expressed gratitude for Golley’s focus on youth engagement and shared optimism about the APC’s revival following recent political challenges.
In his keynote address, Ambassador Golley emphasized the need for peace and national unity, urging APC members to work together harmoniously. He also discussed his commitment to addressing hunger in Sierra Leone through agricultural interventions, aiming to educate farmers on maximizing their land use.
Ambassador Golley committed Le 500 million for the renovation project. He made an initial disbursement of Le 250 million to commence the work. He encouraged party members to contribute to the project in any capacity they could.
He also presented a new 6 KV Kama generator to the party office in Pujehun, reaffirming his commitment to supporting local APC members and officially declaring the renovation project open.
Issa Soko, the District Publicity Secretary, facilitated a donation drive during the event, allowing party members to pledge support for the initiative.
This event marked a pivotal moment for APC members and supporters in Pujehun District, showcasing the party’s dedication to transformative leadership and community development.