Prominent Sierra Leonean politician and media guru Dr. Sylvia Blyden has taken to social media to vehemently refute claims that First Lady Fatima Bio is connected to a fugitive reportedly wanted by authorities in the Netherlands and Belgium on drug-related charges. The fugitive in question is the husband of the First Lady’s stepdaughter, Agnes Bio.Blyden, in her detailed statement, emphasized that while it is true that the First Lady’s stepdaughter is married to the drug convict, it is misleading and unfair to link Fatima Bio to him in any way. She argued that such claims were an intentional effort to tarnish the First Lady’s reputation and distract her from more pressing national issues.However, one of the most striking revelations from Blyden’s statement was that the First Lady and her stepdaughter are allegedly not on speaking terms.
This shocking disclosure has triggered widespread debate among Sierra Leoneans, with many questioning why the First Lady has distanced herself publicly from her stepdaughter during such a critical moment.Some critics argue that, as a mother figure, the First Lady should stand by her stepdaughter, regardless of the husband’s legal troubles. Others, however, believe that Fatima Bio is within her rights to disassociate herself from the controversy, especially if she had no prior connection to the fugitive’s dealings.Despite the growing public discourse, neither the First Lady nor her office has issued an official response to Blyden’s assertion. The silence from the presidency has only fueled further speculation, with some wondering whether there is more to the story than what has been revealed so far.As discussions continue to unfold, this development has added yet another layer of controversy to Sierra Leone’s political landscape. Whether the First Lady will eventually break her silence or allow the issue to fade remains to be seen. However, one thing is clear, Sylvia Blyden’s intervention has amplified public interest and scrutiny over the matter, making it a topic of national concern.
