Democracy is like"a muscle that requires constant exercise to remain robust and resilient", Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio said at the annual lecture in African Studies at the University of Pennsylvania, in the US, this week.
"These events serve as a stark reminder of the fragility of democracy and the importance of safeguarding it against forces that seek to undermine its integrity," Bio said.More children are surviving than ever in history - but not in sub-Saharan Africa Three months into power, Bio negotiated to end the civil war and return the country to civilian rule, while he went into exile in the United States."What is true for Sierra Leone is also true for my journey as a soldier, politician and statesman.
"Choosing to relinquish power, especially as a young leader who could have justified holding onto power, was not merely a personal decision, but a declaration of my commitment to democratic governance," he said.Nine were attempted since 2020, with six successes. It poses a question about the effectiveness of Ecowas.He said he was committed to upholding democratic principles in the region.
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