“Fatima Bio, Baluwa Kwemao,Kwevaya“
A resounding chant is echoing through the grassroots of Sierra Leone's ruling party: "Fatima Bio, baluwa kwemao, kwevaya" meaning "Fatima Bio, don't fear war, war has finished."
The Eyeopener · Monday, October 19, 2026 · 3 min read
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Dr. Fatima Bio’s Girls’ Advocacy Scores Global Milestone
Musa Yayou · Friday, September 4, 2026 · 2 min read
World“Protect Our Girls” Dr. Fatima Bio’s Powerful UN Appeal
The Eyeopener Newspaper · Friday, September 4, 2026 · 3 min read
WorldFatima Bio Takes Child Marriage Fight to the United Nations
Musa Yayou · Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · 4 min read
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NRA CG Kanneh: “New on the seat, but not new at the NRA”
The Commissioner General of the National Revenue Authority, Abu Martin Kanneh, today, 15 September 2026, held his maiden stakeholder engagement with Managing Directors and representatives of Oil Marketing Companies operating in Sierra Leone.
Staff Writer · Tuesday, September 15, 2026 · 2 min read
SLPP Secretary General, Hon. Paran Umar Tarawally, Donates School Items to Party Foot Soldiers
The Secretary General of the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and former lawmaker, Hon. Paran Umar Tarawally, has donated educational materials worth thousands of Leones to supporters and vulnerable members of the party. Presenting the items on behalf of the Secretary General, Lans Coker extended greetings from Hon. Paran and reaffirmed his commitment to always supporting party loyalists and those in need. He added that the donation was intended to support the Free Quality Education project championed by His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio and his wife, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio. He admonished parents to ensure their children focus on education and avoid pleasure and other things inimical to their growth.
The Eyeopener Newspaper · Tuesday, September 15, 2026 · 1 min read
Happy Birthday, Dr. Tony Morgan!
On this special day, the Eyeopener Newspaper extends its warmest birthday greetings to you, Dr. Tony Morgan, Head of Strategic Communications at the Office of the First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone.
Staff Writer · Sunday, September 6, 2026 · 1 min read
Dr. Fatima Bio’s Girls’ Advocacy Scores Global Milestone
Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, has emerged as a leading global voice in the fight against child, early and forced marriage, following the adoption by the United Nations General Assembly of a landmark resolution establishing November 27 as the International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early and Forced Marriage.
Musa Yayou · Friday, September 4, 2026 · 2 min read
“Protect Our Girls” Dr. Fatima Bio’s Powerful UN Appeal
Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, has taken her campaign against child, early and forced marriage to the international stage, using her engagement at the United Nations General Assembly to renew calls for stronger global action to protect girls and safeguard their future.
The Eyeopener Newspaper · Friday, September 4, 2026 · 3 min read
THE WORLD AWAITS DR. FATIMA BIO'S HISTORIC UN RESOLUTION TO END CHILD MARRIAGE
As the world turns its gaze to the United Nations General Assembly, all eyes are on Her Excellency Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, First Lady of Sierra Leone.On September 4, 2026, Dr. Bio is poised to make history by presenting a draft resolution that could establish an International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early and Forced Marriage. The proposal marks a pivotal moment in the global fight against a practice that robs millions of their childhood, education, and future. For Dr. Bio, this mission is deeply personal. It is a journey that began not in the halls of power, but in the life of a young girl who narrowly escaped the fate she now seeks to end for others. "Her journey from almost being married at age 10 to standing before the General Assembly is a testament to her unwavering dedication," noted a spokesperson from the Office of the First Lady. "She carries the voices of the voiceless into this historic session."
Staff Writer · Wednesday, September 2, 2026 · 3 min read