During the 49th sitting of Parliament on May 7, 2024, Hon. Mamoud Kamara extended congratulations to Hon. Solomon Sengehpoh Thomas and Deputy Speaker Hon. Ibrahim Tawa Conteh.
Expressing his gratitude to the acting Speaker, Hon. Ibrahim Tawa Conteh, for the opportunity to speak, Hon. Kamara commended his fellow MPs for electing Hon. Conteh as Deputy Speaker, voicing confidence in his capacity to serve both Lumley and the nation effectively. He also congratulated Hon. Thomas, recalling their earlier acquaintance when Thomas served as a solicitor clerk.
Hon. Kamara emphasized the necessity for parliamentary reform and the importance of building trust with constituents. He urged legislators to prioritize the interests of their districts, praying for impartiality and wisdom from the Speakers, and highlighting past injustices under previous leadership.
Noting Hon. Thomas’s relative youth at 47, Hon. Kamara pointed out the Speaker’s potential to correct past mistakes. He called for an end to previous incidents of violence and legislative abuse, advocating for a fair and transparent governance approach.
Addressing specific concerns from his district, Hon. Kamara appealed for improvements in road conditions that affect thousands of his constituents. He concluded by expressing hope for collaborative efforts and divine guidance in meeting the needs of the people.
