No financial indiscipline under my watch – Babadi Kamara
Among other things, President Babadi Kamara of the Sierra Leone Football Association has vowed to work in the best interest of the country and to partner with all significant stakeholders to create a better future. Under his leadership, he says there would be no financial indiscipline. In an exclusive interview with AYV News Live, he […]
Business mogul Babadi Kamara elected new SLFA’s president
Business mogul and football philanthropist Babadi Kamara has been chosen as the new Sierra Leone FA President following hours of constitutional debates. He was duly elected on Saturday at Port Loko, Lungi’s Gateway Hotel in Sierra Leone. Given the events that occurred today during the congress, the newly elected President, Kamara, must gather all significant […]
Sierra Leone football needs vision, strategy and competence
The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) needs leadership that combines vision, strategy, and integrity—especially now, amid serious governance challenges. I firmly believe that Sierra Leone has the potential to become a world-class football nation. Sadly, none of the current candidates in this election cycle have presented a clear or compelling vision for the future of […]
Game on as CAS kick-off Aminata’s SLFA appeal case
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has informed the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) that it has received an appeal filed by candidate Aminata Bangura in respect of the upcoming elections on 2 August. In their detailed three-page submission, the Lausanne-based CAS has given the SLFA three days to respond to Ms Bangura’s proposal […]
SLFA’s Incumbent Thomas Brima disqualified for re-election bid
SLFA’s Incumbent Thomas Brima disqualified for re-election bid Thomas Daddy Brima, the current head of the Sierra Leone Football Association, is not included in the final list of contenders for the August 2nd election. A leaked list was circulated, but it did not explain the reasons for the disqualifications of the only female candidate, Ms. […]
Tensions mount as FIFA drawn into SLFA elections dispute
The governing body of football, FIFA, has stated that it will intervene if elections are not conducted, which could have significant consequences for the governance of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA). FIFA has also raised concerns about external influence following disputes within the lower electoral levels of the SLFA as preparations for the presidential […]
Mighty Blackpool Striker Conteh undergoes Medical at Qabala SC
Sulaiman Momoh Conteh is on the verge of a major career leap as he undergoes a medical at Qabala FC’s facilities in Azerbaijan. The 22-year-old striker is poised to complete a transfer from Sierra Leonean giants Mighty Blackpool FC to Qabala FC, who recently secured promotion to the Azerbaijan Premier League. Conteh’s journey to the […]
Dr Abdulai refutes news of Kallon’s Leone Stars ultimatum
A report on an ultimatum given by Leone Stars head coach Mohamed Kallon regarding his pay have been refuted by Dr. Emmanuel Safa Abdulai, Executive Director of the National Sports Authority. Coach Kallon has demanded a $20,000 monthly salary or else he would quit, according to the Tribune Times. “The Kallon contractual negotiation is ongoing. He has not given any ultimatums, we are discussing the final details of his contract. Yes, […]
Mighty Blackpool fans excited as Rodney Michael makes U-turn
With confidence of A free hand in his capacity as club’s Chairman, mighty Blackpool supporters and community elders have strongly demonstrated their support for Chairman Rodney Michael, thereby persuading him to take up his role once more. In April of this year, the football administrator stepped down from his position based on principle. However, in […]
Female candidate steps up as SLFA election intensifies
The list of contenders for the Sierra Leone Football Association presidential race continues to grow, among them a female aspirant hoping to become the second woman to head the body. Aminata Bangura has announced her bid to succeed the incumbent Thomas Daddy Brima, who is running for a second term when the election is held […]
