President Bio promotes new RSLAF generals in Sierra Leone

President Julius Maada Bio, Commander-in-Chief of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF), presided over a ceremony at State House to decorate newly promoted senior military officers. The event included the decoration of several generals and the formal oath-taking of promoted officers.

Among those elevated was Brigadier General MM Kposowa, who was promoted to the rank of Major General. Several other officers, including Colonels D. Kpandemba, Kaisamba, B. A. L. Sesay, S. M. Conteh, J. P. Koroma, E. L. Smart, S. M. O. George, J. Z. Kailie, D. O. Johnson, and V. Momoh, were promoted to the rank of Brigadier General. Two additional officers received promotions to Brigadier General in absentia.

President Bio urged the new leaders to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, accountability, and ethical leadership. He noted that the promotions reflect years of dedicated service and carry increased responsibilities for the nation's security and operational effectiveness.