By: Alhaji Mohamed Wusha-Conteh
The National Union of Muslim Students (NUMS) has successfully elected a new National President, with this year’s leadership emerging from the University of Ernest Bai Koroma University of Science and Technology Makeni (EBKUST). The announcement was made following a highly organized and transparent electoral process, co-facilitated by members of the NUMS Alumni Representatives.
The election held over the weekend, brought together representatives from Muslim students in the various universities campuses nationwide and the process was praised for its openness, fairness, and the active participation it encourages among student members.
The newly elected president, Ibrahim Sorie M. A. Kamara, from the EBKUST, expressed deep gratitude to the students for their trust and vowed to promote unity, development, and spiritual growth among Muslim students in various campuses across the country.
In a joint statement, members of the NUMS Electoral Committee and Alumni Association noted that the election was a testament to the maturity and democratic values within the union. “This was not just an election; it was a celebration of leadership potential, inclusivity, and the bright future of Muslim youth in Sierra Leone,” said Dr. Imam Kalokoh.
Many current NUMS members echoed that sentiment. “For the first time in recent memory, students from every corner of the country had a voice in selecting their leaders,” said Fatmata Ruth Bangura, Lady President IPAM. “It’s not just about who won — it’s about how we all participated in a system that respected our voices.”
What stood out this year was the deliberate inclusiveness of the newly formed executive. Students from all major public and private universities, including Fourah Bay College, IPAM, COMAHS, Freetown Polytechnic, Njala University, Ernest Bai Koroma University, and Limkokwing University, secured positions in the executive. This diverse representation is expected to bring balance and fresh perspectives to the leadership.
