A delegation from Sierra Leone, comprising officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Works and Public Assets, recently conducted site visits in Monrovia, Liberia, and Accra, Ghana. The purpose was to hand over a site for rehabilitation works in Monrovia and assess ongoing construction of a new chancery building in Accra.
The group included Emmanuel M. Sandi, Director of Administration and Finance; Abu Bakarr Turay, Head of Procurement Unit at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation; Lawrence D. Gbaya, Principal Quantity Surveyor and Superintendent at the Ministry of Works and Public Assets; and Michael L. Swarray, Director of Procurement at the Ministry of Finance.
In Monrovia, Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to Liberia, Eddie Massally, acknowledged national leadership for supporting efforts to improve the country’s international presence. “He further assured the contractor, KAF Properties, of his full support to ensure the timely completion of the project.” Massally expressed gratitude to President Bio and Minister Alhaji Timothy Kabba for their commitment to diplomacy.
Ibrahim Kabba, CEO and Founder of KAF Properties—contracted for the rehabilitation work—said: “The CEO and Founder of KAF Properties, Ibrahim Kabba, assured the delegation of a good quality job and that the project would be delivered on time.” He also thanked authorities for awarding contracts to local firms: “He thanked the government for entrusting such a project to the hands of local contractors, thereby promoting indigenous Sierra Leonean businesses.”
Emmanuel Kabba, Chairman of KAF Properties Ltd., added: “According to Mr. Emmanuel Kabba…the project is expected to be completed within eight (8) months.” He emphasized his team’s focus on meeting deadlines: “He further assured that his team remains committed to delivering high-quality work and meeting the agreed timeline.” Once finished, officials expect improvements in embassy operations.
Representing Sierra Leone’s ministries during these events was Emmanuel M. Sandi. He highlighted diplomatic ties with Liberia: “Speaking on behalf of the delegation…underscored the significance of the project…noting that the Sierra Leone Embassy in Liberia holds strategic importance given the long-standing bilateral relationship between the two countries.”
Michael Swarray from Sierra Leone’s finance ministry noted previous recommendations made by his team after an earlier visit: “The Director of procurement at the Ministry of Finance…recalled visiting the embassy a few years ago when his team recommended the rehabilitation…”
In Accra, Ghana’s High Commissioner Mohamed Hassan Kaisamba welcomed delegates and requested timely progress reports from contractors: “…assured them of the mission’s support during their stay, and urged Contractors to provide accurate updates on…the project.”
Updates were provided by JULAK’s CEO regarding construction progress: “During the meeting…updates on…the project were given by JULAK’s CEO…about 75% completed…” Only internal and external finishing work remains.
Team lead Emmanuel M. Sandi commended JULAK’s performance so far: “…commended the CEO of JULAK and his team for their good work so far…” Other officials emphasized maintaining quality standards throughout construction.