Somalilandsun: Following conclusion of the #SomalilandElections2021, international observers are back in their countries
Such an observer is Former Sierra Leone President Ernest Bai Koroma who was part of the Brenthurst foundation organisatized Somaliland elections Monitoring mission- SEMM.
On his return to his rural Home in Makena Sierra Leone
After the long trip to Somaliland, it feels great to be back home in Makeni, Northern Sierra Leone 🇸🇱; and keeping fit /enjoying my favorite pastime , squash. pic.twitter.com/u08sXtf64W
— Ernest Bai Koroma (@ebklegacy) June 4, 2021
Though among a thirty strong team Bai Koroma’s presence in the counry was a huge plus for her international recognition push.
During is observation activities Bai Koroma enegaged with ordinary citizens both in the streets of Hargeisa and polling stations, met and held discussions with various officials.
The private meetings saw Bai Koroma discuss the Somaliland democratization process with President Musa Bihi, opposition political leaders, Non state actors and the Natonal Elections Commission-NEC
On his meeting with president Bihi
This morning, I bade farewell to President @musebiihi
With these elections, Somaliland has made a huge statement, that they are able to conduct free, peaceful and credible elections and that they aspire to be masters of their own destiny. @BrenthurstF #Somalilandelection2021 pic.twitter.com/vOMGyOXkP2
— Ernest Bai Koroma (@ebklegacy) June 2, 2021
To the newly elected Somaliland Members of parliament and councilors
I urge the representatives elect, both at the parliamentary and local levels, to carry on with their new responsibilities in the best interest of the citizens of Somaliland. Congratulations to all Somalilanders! #Somalilandelection2021 @Somalilandgovt pic.twitter.com/s7DKbQzPhg
— Ernest Bai Koroma (@ebklegacy) June 2, 2021
On his mission
It was a pleasure working with Dr. Greg Mills, Director of the @BrenthurstF Brenthurst Foundation, & all those great professionals & (young) leaders from more than 10 African countries who were part of this observation mission. #africa #democracy #peace pic.twitter.com/XxFq94gb9E
— Ernest Bai Koroma (@ebklegacy) June 2, 2021
Walking around the streets of Hargeisa , without any security personnel protection
Walking around the Business Center of Hargeisa, #Somaliland, feeling that sense of #peace, security and honour that should inspire other nations in #Africa and around the world 🌍 @BrenthurstF @Somalilandgovt pic.twitter.com/1t6srrvxBC
— Ernest Bai Koroma (@ebklegacy) June 1, 2021
