SLFA Presents 2024/25 League Report, Unveils New Premier League Board for 2025/26 Season.

Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has officially unveiled the new Premier League Board for the upcoming 2025/26 season, while also submitting the comprehensive report of the 2024/25 league season to the Ministry of Sports and the National Sports Authority (NSA).

The double-pronged presentation took place at the Ministry of Sports Bishop House in Freetown,

Representing SLFA Vice President 1 Alie Badara Tarawallie emphasized the Federation’s commitment to transparency and accountability—especially as the government continues to financially support football in the country. “We are here for two reasons: to officially present the new Premier League Board for the 2025/26 season, and to deliver the full report of the 2024/25 league,” said VP Tarawallie. “It’s vital that, at the end of every season, the relevant authorities are fully briefed on how the league was conducted.”

While acknowledging prior challenges—including delayed payments to clubs and slow reporting from the 2023/24 season—Tarawallie was optimistic about the future. “Despite the hurdles, I’m proud to say this past season was a success. The report reflects the progress we’ve made.”

The newly appointed! Premier League Board is headed by Chairman Osman "Van der Sar" Tommy. Other members include John Dissa, Hon. Mohamed Papa Bangura, and Brima Turay. Tarawallie noted that consultations are ongoing to appoint three club representatives to the board, with an aim to bring in fresh perspectives from clubs that have not previously served.

He also shared a highlight beyond the domestic league: the historic triumph of Sierra Leone’s U-17 girls’ team, who won the WAFU tournament in Liberia—marking a significant milestone for women’s football in the nation.

Ministry Applauds Transparency, Pushes for Inclusion

Responding to the presentation, Minister Augusta James-Teima praised the SLFA’s efforts to uphold transparency and foster collaboration in sports administration.

“This is how governance in sport should be done. Transparency is not just a formality—it builds trust. What SLFA has done today is commendable,” the Minister stated. “Failure to report doesn’t always mean wrongdoing, but it raises doubts. Today, you’ve cleared those doubts.”

She further encouraged the new board to prioritize officiating standards and youth development, while calling for gender inclusion in football governance.

“We would like to see at least one woman included on the Premier League Board. Gender inclusion must be part of the forward movement in our football structure,” she stressed.

The Minister concluded with a commitment to ongoing government support for the sport, noting that efforts are underway to secure funding for the upcoming season.

Alusine Bangura

SLENA Correspondent

Ministry of Sports

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