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Sunday, December 22, 2024

SIERRA LEONE: JULIUS MAADA BIO HOLDS 56% LEAD IN PRELIMINARY ELECTION RESULT

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FREETOWN – The Election Commission of  Sierra Leone says President Maada Bio has taken an early lead in Sierra Leone presidential race.

ECSL says out of 60% of votes counted so far, Bio has obtained 55%. ECSL declared that Dr. Samura Kamara, of the All People’s Congress (APC), has 42%. This is the first set of results since the June 24 elections.

To win the polls, one will have to acquire 55% or more of the total vote to win in the first round.

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