25 Ghost Consultants in Parliament
In a bold and explosive revelation, Hon. Abdul Karim Koroma (AKK), a senior member of the All People’s Congress (APC), has broken his silence on what he described as one of the biggest financial scandals crippling Sierra Leone’s economy.
Speaking during the AYV on Sunday program, the outspoken lawmaker alleged that there is existence of what he called “25 ghost consultants” allegedly operating within the corridors of Parliament.
Hon. AKK explained that while ordinary Sierra Leoneans continue to struggle under the weight of economic hardship, the government continues to channel millions of taxpayers’ money into dubious consultancy contracts that yield no tangible results. He asserted that many of these so-called consultants are political loyalists and not qualified professionals, yet they receive hefty monthly payments at the expense of public service delivery.
“The truth is, Sierra Leoneans are suffering today not because the country is poor, but because the nation’s resources are being wasted on unnecessary consultancy contracts,” Hon. AKK declared passionately. “There are over 25 ghost consultants in Parliament — people who don’t even show up for work but are being paid from taxpayers’ money. This is one of the major reasons why our people are going hungry and struggling to survive.”
The revelation sparked intense debate both online and within political circles, with citizens expressing outrage over the alleged misuse of public funds. Many have called for an immediate investigation into the claims to ensure accountability and transparency.
Hon. Koroma further challenged anti-corruption institutions to take action rather than remain silent, emphasizing that the misuse of public resources through ghost contracts continues to undermine the country’s development efforts.
“This is not about politics; it’s about the future of Sierra Leone,” he said. “We cannot continue to allow corruption and mismanagement to destroy our nation while the people suffer in silence.”
Political observers have described AKK’s comments as a daring move that could open a new chapter in the fight against financial impropriety within government institutions. The allegations, if proven true, could expose a deep-rooted network of corruption that has long drained the nation’s coffers.
As Sierra Leoneans continue to demand answers, the ball is now in the court of Parliament and the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) to investigate the matter thoroughly and ensure that those responsible for this financial scandal are brought to justice.
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