Hon. Fallah Tengbeh Hails President Bio’s Speech as “Ledger of Delivery”
By Musa Paul Feika
The Honourable Member of Parliament, Ing. Fallah Kenawah Tengbeh, representing Kailahun District has described President Julius Maada Bio’s opening address to Parliament as a “ledger of delivery” rather than a “ledger of promises.”
Contributing to the debate on the President’s State Opening address, Hon. Tengbeh, who is also an engineer by profession, commended the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) government for what he termed “visible and tangible achievements” across multiple sectors including education, energy, agriculture, and the economy.
According to the lawmaker, the SLPP led administration has planted seeds of progress that are now bearing fruit, particularly in the areas of agriculture and energy. He noted that “darkness is now giving way to light,” as electricity generation and access have significantly expanded under President Bio’s leadership a feat, he said, that has surpassed the record of the previous All People’s Congress (APC) government.
“Mr. Speaker, this government is a sober and visible government,” Hon. Tengbeh declared confidently.
He emphasized that the President’s speech demonstrated practical results, referencing improved electricity, classroom construction, and expanded access to clean water and telecommunications. He highlighted the ongoing multi-donor Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) project in Freetown, which includes the construction of boreholes expected to serve up to 2,000 residents each upon completion.
Turning to the economy, Hon. Tengbeh asserted that Sierra Leone’s once “battered” economy under the previous administration has been significantly stabilized.
He cited revenue collection exceeding government targets in 2024 and inflation reportedly dropping from 54 percent to single digits.
He added that the prices of staple commodities such as rice have decreased by more than 20 percent in 2025 a major relief to citizens. “That is a huge success for His Excellency President Maada Bio, and I am proud to be an SLPP,” he said proudly.
On the issue of national energy development, Hon. Tengbeh stressed that no country can survive without reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity. “Without electricity, our hospitals cannot save lives, and our children cannot study effectively. Energy is the lifeblood of industrialization and development,” he emphasized.
He noted that electricity generation has increased from 130 megawatts in 2018 to 270 megawatts in 2025, which he said represents a 100 percent improvement. He further referenced the “Division 300 Energy Compact” signed by the government, which he believes will triple Sierra Leone’s energy capacity and ensure access even for rural farmers.
At this point, opposition leader Hon. Abdul Kargbo of the APC interjected, arguing that while generation may have increased, access to electricity remains limited.
In response, Hon. Tengbeh stood firm, citing the African Development Bank’s report as evidence of progress and reiterating that both the Division 300 and Millennium Challenge Compacts will dramatically expand electricity distribution nationwide.
Hon. Tengbeh also highlighted the government’s progress in road infrastructure, economic transformation, and petroleum importation, revealing that imports grew by 56 percent in 2025, reaching 250,000 metric tons. He further noted that revenue collection rose by 14.6 percent, reflecting improved fiscal discipline and national growth.
He assured that the government remains committed to resolving the Yenga border issue, emphasizing that “Yenga will be free for Sierra Leone.”
Concluding his contribution, Hon. Tengbeh reaffirmed that governance under the SLPP is defined by results. “Mr. Speaker, governance is delivery. I want to say authoritatively that our government has delivered,” he concluded
