The nation’s top military leader has reminded members of the army to remain apolitical amid an election year.
Speaking in an end of year message, Lieutenant General Yakuba A Drammeh told troops they must endeavour to be a ‘reformed’ armed forces.
The top general said: “As we gradually welcome 2021 and the country prepares for elections, I wish to remind you all of the political climate while urging you all to remain vigilant, professional and apolitical in the execution of your sacred constitutional duties.
“We must endeavor to be a reformed Armed Forces that is prepared to execute its constitutional roles and at the core, subjected to democratic civilian authority and accountability.
“Our role, I must admit is a noble one and requires total commitment to the ideals of the Founding Fathers of this country.”
