SLPP Spokesman debunked by own party over 2030 elections timeline

**Sierra Leone People’s Party Refutes Spokesperson’s Claim on 2030 Election Date**

Freetown – The Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) has publicly contradicted statements made by its own Public Relations Officer, Moses Mambu, regarding the timing of the country’s next general election.

During a recent media broadcast, Mambu suggested that the next national election would be held in 2030, a date that falls outside the constitutional schedule for Sierra Leone’s electoral cycle. The party’s senior leadership responded that the claim is inaccurate.

According to the Constitution of Sierra Leone, general elections are required to be held every five years. The most recent election took place in August 2023, meaning the next election is constitutionally due in 2028, not 2030. SLPP officials emphasized that any deviation from this timetable would be unlawful and contrary to the nation’s democratic framework.

In a statement released after Mambu’s remarks, the SLPP clarified that the party’s official position aligns with the constitutional mandate and that no internal policy or strategic plan supports a 2030 election timeline. The party urged members and the public to rely on verified information from the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) and the constitution when discussing future election dates.

Mambu’s comments have drawn criticism from party members who view the misinformation as potentially damaging to the SLPP’s credibility. Party officials have not indicated any disciplinary action against Mambu but have stressed the importance of accurate communication on electoral matters.

The Independent Electoral Commission has not commented on the specific claim but reiterated that it will continue to oversee the electoral process in accordance with the constitutional schedule, with the next general election expected in 2028.

The episode underscores ongoing concerns about the spread of inaccurate political information and highlights the SLPP’s effort to maintain consistency with Sierra Leone’s legal and democratic standards.

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