The President of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), Thomas Daddy Brima, has stated that Article 34 of the SLFA Statutes grants him the legal authority to represent and act on behalf of the association.
This assertion comes in response to recent concerns raised during a press conference by the Anti-Corruption Commissioner regarding funds received by the SLFA.
According to Brima, the funds in question originate from FIFA and CAF, international football governing bodies that strongly oppose third-party interference in football affairs. He emphasized that these institutions have strict regulations that protect football administrators from political or unauthorized external influence.
In a another development, prominent stakeholders within the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) have reportedly intervened in an effort to foster peace between Thomas Daddy Brima and Babadi Kamara, both of whom are influential figures within the party. Sources indicate that the dialogue was aimed at reducing tensions ahead of the upcoming SLFA presidential election.
Brima, however, made it clear that while he supports peace and unity within the football community and the ruling party, he has no intention of stepping aside from the race. “The election is open, and I am fully prepared to contest for a second and final term as SLFA President,” he affirmed.
Reflecting on his achievements, Brima highlighted key successes during his tenure, including leading the Leone Stars—Sierra Leone’s national football team to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), a milestone celebrated across the nation.
“My goal is not only to continue developing football at all levels across the country,” he said, “but to take Sierra Leone to the global stage by qualifying for the FIFA World Cup. The SLFA Statutes give me the legal and democratic right to seek re-election, and I believe the progress made under my leadership speaks for itself.”
As the SLFA election draws nearer, all eyes remain on the unfolding political and sporting drama, with the future of Sierra Leonean football hanging in the Balance.
