Mustapha Dumbuya
Concern Sierra Leoneans base in Australia have staged a massive protest against the government of President Bio. The protesters were accusing the government of President Bio for not following the democratic laws as prescribe by the Sierra Leone’s constitution for his past five years in governance in Sierra Leone. The Protesters were calling for Justice and restoration of democracy in Sierra Leone. The act of protest started exactly at 11:00 am, that being the very time of the formal parliamentary meetings, offering a potent setting to the event.
The concerned Sierra Leoneans in Australia summoned a demonstration in order to openly urge the Government of Sierra Leone to honor the civil rights and demands of the Sierra Leonean people. A public notice was sent out to Sierra Leoneans in Australia, friends of Sierra Leone, as well as anyone with an interest in the matters afflicting Sierra Leone.
In a gesture of unity, buses provided transportation for attendees from Sydney and Melbourne to Canberra. This enabled Sierra Leoneans from multiple states and territories to take part in the democratic process, underlining their shared purpose and commitment.
Before the demonstration, the relevant parties were made aware, including the Australian Federal Police (AFP), the Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) as well as several Honorable Senators from the Upper House. This made sure that the serene protest could go ahead without encountering any interference. A large crowd of Sierra Leoneans, acquaintances and allies rallied together in Canberra, conveying a strong demonstration of solidarity and perseverance. The serene demonstration served as a poignant reminder of the might of collective effort and the persistent essence of democracy.
The issue of Sierra Leoneans protesting against Bio’s government is in on the brink. Since the conclusion of the June 24 general elections, there have been protests in USA, UK, etc. protesters were also demanding for the government of United State of America to render Justice on the just concluded elections in Sierra Leone and calling for the restoration of democracy in Sierra Leone.
