The Minister of Political and Public Affairs Pays Courtesy Call on the Ombudsman of the Republic of Sierra Leone.

On Thursday 15th June 2017, the Minister of Political and Public Affairs, Hon. Nanette Thomas paid a courtesy call on the Ombudsman of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Melron C. Nicol-Wilson Esq.

The Minister of Political and Public Affairs in her statement congratulated the Ombudsman on his appointment and further spoke extensively on the Ministry’s statutory mandate and policy objectives.

She advised the Ombudsman to maintain his independence and should not in any way be allowed to be muzzled.

In his response, the Ombudsman of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Melron C. Nicol-Wilson Esq thanked the Minister and her delegation for the wonderful visit and promised to work closely with the Ministry.

The Ombudsman highlighted the challenges since he took up office on the 2nd May 2017 and pledged to discharge his duties effectively.

In closing, the National Coordinator on Public Mobilization, Ousman Sankoh and the Coordinator on Outreach, Mucktarr Tejan-Cole commended the energetic lawyer for his resilience in the justice system in Sierra Leone and they expressed their belief that he will bring about change in achieving the set goals.