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Sierra Leone’s Chief Justice appointed Chairman of ECOWAS Judicial Council

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 AYV News, July 10, 2025

The Judiciary of Sierra Leone has proudly announced the appointment of the Honourable Chief Justice, His Lordship Justice Komba Kamanda, as Chairman of the Judicial Council of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), marking the first time a Sierra Leonean has held this esteemed regional position.

This landmark appointment follows the recent election of His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio as Chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS during the 65th Ordinary Session held in Abuja, Nigeria. In accordance with ECOWAS protocols, the elevation of a Head of State to Chair the Authority automatically confers the Chairmanship of the ECOWAS Judicial Council upon that country’s Chief Justice.

The ECOWAS Judicial Council is a critical regional institution comprising the Chief Justices of all 15 ECOWAS Member States. It serves as the primary legal advisory body for the Community and provides oversight of the ECOWAS Court of Justice. As Chairman, Chief Justice Komba Kamanda will lead the Council’s deliberations, foster judicial cooperation and help shape the legal landscape across West Africa.

In his remarks following the announcement, Chief Justice Komba Kamanda expressed deep gratitude for the confidence placed in him and reiterated his commitment to strengthening regional legal collaboration.

“It is a great honour to serve as Chairman of the ECOWAS Judicial Council at such a critical time for our region,” he said. “As guardians of justice, we must work collectively to uphold the rule of law, protect human rights and ensure that justice transcends borders. I am committed to working with my fellow Chief Justices to strengthen our institutions and deliver justice that our people can trust.”

The Judiciary of Sierra Leone described the appointment as not only a significant personal achievement for Chief Justice Komba Kamanda but also a milestone for the nation’s Judiciary. It reflects growing recognition of Sierra Leone’s ongoing judicial reforms, the professionalism of its legal institutions and the country’s increasing role in promoting regional peace, justice and good governance.

Chief Justice Komba Kamanda’s leadership is expected to further enhance legal harmonization across the ECOWAS bloc, promote judicial independence and boost access to justice throughout the sub-region. His tenure promises to usher in a new era of collaboration and innovation within West Africa’s legal and judicial community.

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