By Hassan Solokoh Bockarie
The President of Sierra Leone, Julius Maada Bio, has once again assumed the Presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), marking the second time in just over a year that the West African nation is leading the powerful 15-member body.
The announcement was made by the Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, during a government press conference held at the Miatta Civic Centre in Freetown.
Minister Bah stated that under the leadership of Bio, Sierra Leone’s month-long presidency will focus on addressing some of the most pressing global security challenges. These include conflict-induced food insecurity, climate-related security risks, the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, and the inclusion of young people in peacebuilding and governance processes.
“These are interlinked challenges that most decisively shape today’s and tomorrow’s security landscape,” Minister Bah noted. He emphasised that these issues remain central to peace and stability—particularly across Africa, where climate shocks, food crises, and the marginalisation of youth continue to drive instability and conflict.
According to the Minister, President Bio’s leadership at the Council aims to bring renewed global attention to these interrelated concerns through constructive dialogue and collaborative engagement among member states. He added that Sierra Leone’s presidency will amplify African perspectives and promote solutions that bridge global solidarity with local resilience.
This renewed leadership role reflects Sierra Leone’s growing influence in international diplomacy and underscores President Bio’s commitment to advancing peace, security, and sustainable development both within the continent and globally.
