SLPP Strongman Urges President Bio to Shield National Institutions from Political Interference
In a strongly worded open letter dated 21st May 2025, respected traditional leader and public commentator, Chief Abdul Kadiru Kaikai, has called on President Julius Maada Bio to protect the integrity of key national institutions, especially the National Revenue Authority (NRA) and the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), from what he describes as growing political interference.
Writing as a “citizen and steadfast believer” in President Bio’s leadership, Chief Kaikai expressed deep concern over the erosion of institutional independence and the undermining of the rule of law through backdoor political influence.
“It is troubling to observe that institutions such as the NRA, a pillar of our economic sovereignty, are increasingly constrained in their constitutional duty to collect revenue,” Chief Kaikai wrote. He alleged that enforcement actions by the NRA are frequently met with interference from politically connected individuals seeking to shield tax defaulters — a practice he warned is crippling national development and damaging public trust.
The open letter, shared via public channels and addressed directly to the President, pleads for urgent action to secure the operational autonomy of oversight bodies and ensure that “no one — not even the most powerful — is above the law.”
Chief Kaikai further emphasized that the strength of a nation lies in the ability of its institutions to function without fear or favor, warning that continued political meddling could jeopardize the President’s legacy.
“You fought a long and noble battle to lead this nation,” the letter notes, “and now the question on every Sierra Leonean’s mind is: What legacy will you leave behind?”
He also pointed to the broader implications of institutional failure, citing the contrast between corporate wealth and the dire conditions in schools, hospitals, and communities across Sierra Leone.
“We must put country above self and national interest above individual gain,” the letter urges, aligning with ongoing public calls for stronger governance, transparency, and reform.
So far, there has been no official response from State House regarding the letter. However, political observers note that the concerns raised reflect growing frustration among both citizens and institutional stakeholders over the perceived politicization of public agencies.
Chief Kaikai concluded his letter with a patriotic appeal: “The world is changing rapidly. Sierra Leone cannot afford to be left behind.”