Abdul Aziz Turay

Sierra Leone Deputy Ambassador to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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#Riyadh | On behalf of HH the Foreign Minister, the Deputy Minister for Protocol Affairs, Abdulmajeed Al-Smari, received a copy of the credentials of Mr. Mohammed S Barrie, Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Sierra Leone to Saudi Arabia. 🇸🇦🇸🇱

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Today, in Jeddah, I joined esteemed colleagues to collaborate with the @KSRelief_EN @OIC_OCI @UNOCHA @Refugees for a vital donors conference focused on supporting displaced persons and refugees in the Sahel and Lake Chad region. Grateful to @PresidentBio to be part of a gathering that is engaging the international community to respond with robust humanitarian and development initiatives.
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[David Moinina Sengeh @dsengeh]

"Strong people stand up for themselves, but the strongest people stand up for others."
My mom teaches me how to be of service for the good of others. She shares when she doesn't have enough. She listens when she's in pain. Her strength is derived from adversity. Love you, Mama!

[Abdul Aziz Turay @aturay2003]

Today marks a new chapter as I take on the role of Deputy Ambassador of Sierra Leone to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Thank you @PresidentBio for your confidence in me. Eager to represent our beautiful country and advance our interests abroad! 🇸🇱🌎🇸🇦
#opportunities #sierraleone

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[EMBASSY OF SIERRA LEONE, SAUDI ARABIA @LeoneSaudi]

The newly appointed Deputy Ambassador of the Republic of Sierra Leone to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Mr. Abdul Aziz Turay, on Thursday 3rd October, 2024, took formal leave of His Excellency, President Dr. Julius Maada Bio at State House.
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[Julius Maada Bio @julius_maadabio]

Today at State House, the High Commissioner to the Gambia, Martha Consilia Kanagbo; the Ambassador to The Republic of Korea, Paul Sobba Massaquoi; the Ambassador to Algeria, Alhaji Brima Elvis Koroma; and, the Deputy Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Mr. Abdul Aziz Turay; all took leave to represent Sierra Leone in their different missions.

I am confident of your proficiency in advancing and strengthening Sierra Leone’s relations with your different missions. Congratulations, and I look forward to your strategic engagements for enhanced mutual beneficial outcomes.

[Julius Maada Bio @julius_maadabio]

As Coordinator of the @_AfricanUnion Committee of Ten Heads of State and Government on the Reform of the @UN Security Council (C-10) I am very pleased to have heard the announcement by Permanent Representative of United States to the UN and member of President Biden’s Cabinet @USAmbUN that United States now supports 2 Permanent Seats for Africa in the UN Security Council. This is a major and shift from the initial important pronouncement by @POTUS that United States supports permanent representation for Africa.

The announcement follows the historic and impactful debate on UN Security Council reform in the Council, which I chaired during Sierra Leone’s August presidency, focused on - “Addressing the historical injustice and enhancing Africa’s effective representation in the Security Council”.

The announcement confirms that the United States has heard and heeded to important call by agreeing to one of the core demands of the Common African Position. I look forward to further engagement on the question of the veto, to rectify the historical injustice, and I call on the other P5 partners for clear and unequivocal support for Africa and the Common African Position.

[David Moinina Sengeh @dsengeh]

10 years ago, the current Minister of Agriculture @hmkpaka and I wrote to our dearest friend and mentor at Harvard, the late Prof @calestous Juma, about implementing an Agriculture Technology solution in Sierra Leone. Today, we are doing just that. Dream it and Make it Happen!

[David Moinina Sengeh @dsengeh]

Today is one year since I took an oath of office to serve as Chief Minister of Sierra Leone. It's been a year of learning. I've never seen it as my time, or my turn, or my entitled right, but rather a privilege and honor to serve my country and her people and SLPP. #WeWillDeliver

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@dsengeh Your sacrifice, dedication & commitment has not gone unnoticed. We appreciate & will continue supporting your efforts to achieve #PresidentBio development plan. You have approached your role with humility. May this year bring even more opportunities & progress in your leadership

[Julius Maada Bio @julius_maadabio]

Today, Sierra Leone is delighted to commence a momentous tenure as the President of the United Nations Security Council for the month of August. I firmly believe that during this Presidency, we will significantly advance the urgent need for reforms within the United Nations Security Council.

Our primary focus will be on advocating for reforming of the Security Council to provide equitable, inclusive and permanent representation for Africa. This will help amplify the voices of the 1.2 billion individuals living on the continent. It is our mission to correct this historic injustice that has persisted for 79 years.

[Julius Maada Bio @julius_maadabio]

As we commence our presidency of the United Nations Security Council for the month of August, today is truly epoch-making and significant in our nation's history.

After over half a century, Sierra Leone will preside over agenda-setting, meetings, and activities of the premier global body for maintaining international peace and security.

Our objective is to foster productive dialogue among parties, based on mutual trust and respect, that result in peaceful and sustainable resolutions of conflict and for collectively tackling other global challenges.

We will also work closely with the P5 and regional groups as we vigorously pursue Security Council reform for the inclusive, equitable, and permanent representation of the voices of Africa's 1.2 billion people. 79 years after the founding of the United Nations, now is the time to right this historical injustice.

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PARLIAMENT APPROVES ABDUL AZIZ TURAY AS DEPUTY AMBASSADOR OF SIERRA LEONE TO SAUDI ARABIA

By Abubakarr Bah, Information Attaché, Saudi Arabia

Parliament has approved Mr. Abdul Aziz Turay, who was appointed by His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio, to serve as Deputy Ambassador of the Republic of Sierra Leone to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Mr. Abdul Aziz Turay was unanimously approved in the Well of Parliament on Tuesday, 16th July, 2024, following his successful interview at the Committee on Appointment and Public Service, on Thursday, 11th July, 2024.

Mr. Turay was approved together with eight other Presidential nominees, including Mr. Momodu Koroma, Ambassador of Sierra Leone to the Kingdom of Morocco, Madam Martha Consilia Kanagbo, High Commissioner of Sierra Leone to The Gambia, Mr. Paul Sobba Massquoi, Ambassador of Sierra Leone to the Republic of South Korea and Mr. Daniel Katibie, Executive Director of the Sierra Leone Maritime Administration, among others.

Acting Opposition Leader, Hon Aruna Aaron Koroma, said they as opposition would always support what is in the interest of the country, and advised the nominees to serve well and not to disappoint the President.

Hon. Dr. Upha G. Koroma of the Western Area Urban urged the new Deputy Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, to work collaboratively with the Ambassador and the Mission in improving on the Hajj pilgrimage as well as strengthening bilateral ties between Sierra Leone and Saudi Arabia.

In his felicitation, the Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Segepoh Solomon Thomas, congratulated them, on behalf of Parliament and the people of Sierra Leone. He said that the offices the nominees were going to occupy had been occupied by other people before. He said “every year, allocations are made to those offices, but things are not happening.” He urged the nominees to change the dynamics. "Don't allow anyone to corrupt you. Go and serve the people well," he said.

Mr. Abdul Aziz Turay is succeeding Ambassador Mohamed Hassan Koroma who assumed office as Deputy Chief of Mission in 2019. Mr. Turay is bringing in a wealth of experience and expertise to the role. With over 15 years of international experience, Mr. Turay has held key positions within various government departments, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Chief Minister’s Office under the Office of the President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, and the EU.
During his illustrious career, Mr. Turay served in diverse capacities, including Director of Europe, Director Americas and South Pacific, Director Middle East and Asia, and Director of Diaspora Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. His expertise spans a wide range of policy areas such as national security, development, governance, diplomacy, international affairs, and public financial management.

Mr. Turay's international experience extends across different regions, including East Africa, Central Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Europe. He has also served as a Parliamentary Assistant in the House of Commons in the United Kingdom, further enriching his diplomatic acumen.

Abdul Aziz Turay holds a BA in International Relations and a Masters in Conflict, Security, and Development from the University of Bradford in the United Kingdom. Known for his dedication and diplomatic finesse, Mr. Turay is committed to fostering strong relations between Sierra Leone and Saudi Arabia while advancing the interests of Sierra Leone in the Kingdom.

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[Helen Grant OBE MP @HelenGrantMP]

Thank you @louisebrice for your #Maidstone video in support of my #GE2024 campaign for Maidstone & Malling. It's great to be working with you. @KentTories @Conservatives @cwowomen @Women2Win

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@HelenGrantMP @PennyMordaunt @KentTories @Conservatives @cwowomen @Women2Win 100% we vote @HelenGrantMP

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Thank you to @PennyMordaunt for such a supportive #GE2024 endorsement for me in #Maidstone & Malling. @KentTories @Conservatives @cwowomen @Women2Win

[Abdul Aziz Turay @aturay2003]

@Cee_Bah Happy birthday Hon. Minister @Cee_Bah. Wishing you all the best life can offer. Well done for your grate service to our beloved country. We are proud of you. Thank you 🙏 and happy birthday once agin.

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@HOHSIERRALEONE @dsengeh True, that’s why I said I like his response. It is a great and respectful responses.

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@dsengeh @HOHSIERRALEONE I love this response 👍. Thank 🙏 CM.