Building a Nation Campaign

The Building A Nation Campaign is a National Campaign that preaches Patriotism, Peace, National Cohesion and Social Change

[ILRAJ @ILRAJ2]

The stage is set.

The gowns are pressed.

The arguments are loaded.

Only ONE team will lift the trophy in memory of the legendary Dr. Abdulai O. Conteh.

Meet your 2025 contenders:

Team FBC
Team IMATT College
Team UniMak

24–26 Nov → Prelims @ IMATT College
28 Nov → Grand Finale @ Bank Complex
#DrAbdulaiContehMoot2025 #MootCourt #ILRAJMoot #MootCourtSL #RuleOfLaw

[ILRAJ @ILRAJ2]

Special thanks to Ansumana Keita one of our brilliant members at ILRAJ for putting together an exceptional Debate Competition, his dedication, meticulous planning, and tireless coordination to ensure the smooth running of our maiden inter secondary school debate was nothing short of spectacular and exemplary. Thank you!

[ILRAJ @ILRAJ2]

We are thrilled to announce the first edition of the ILRAJ Secondary School Debate Championship.

Date: Friday 10th and Saturday 11th October 2025
Time: 10:00 AM each day
Venue: Multi-Purpose Hall, Fourah Bay College
Theme: Civic Education, Justice, and the Rule of Law

This Championship brings together 20 secondary schools in #Freetown for two days of rigorous debate, critical thinking, and civic engagement. It offers pupils a national platform to sharpen their skills in analysis, public speaking, and respectful dialogue.

Prizes, trophies, and a special cash award await the winners.

Organised by the Institute for Legal Research and Advocacy for Justice (ILRAJ) and sponsored by @UBAGroup #SierraLeone and Cowbell

12 Pademba Road, Freetown | [email protected]

[Basita Michael @MichaelBasita]

A judge facing such serious allegations should have taken the honourable path of voluntarily stepping aside to prevent dragging the judiciary into dispute and protect the dignity of the bench.

While that did not happen, I commend the Chief Justice and the judiciary for showing rare courageous leadership by placing Justice Stevens on administrative leave and referring him to the JLSC for investigation.This bold decision signals hope in breaking with the culture of impunity. It also sends a clear message that safeguarding the integrity of the judiciary outweighs personal interests.

I now urge the JLSC to pursue the investigation with diligence, transparency, and fairness. This is vital to strengthening public confidence in the judiciary.

The University of Sierra Leone must also take similar steps to examine any possible breaches of policies on lecturer-student relationships. Such action would send a strong signal that institutions entrusted with public confidence will not shield individuals from accountability.

Relevant authorities should also ensure that in the matters pending in the courts against the defendant Miss Jamiru, she receives not only a fair trial but also a psychosocial and legal aid support.

Only through such bold and uncompromising steps can we begin to restore faith in our justice and educational systems.

[Ansumana Keita @keita_ansumana]

𝐋𝐏𝐌𝐂 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

We are pleased to announce a one-week extension for registration for the 2025 Leadership and Public Speaking Masterclass (LPMC).
Register via link: https://t.co/Z4nIwGhEJz

[Building a Nation Campaign @NationCampaign]

We are pleased to announce a one-week extension for registration for the 2025 Leadership and Public Speaking Masterclass (LPMC).
Register via link: https://t.co/vsoYkNRlIc

[Building a Nation Campaign @NationCampaign]

The Leadership & Public Speaking Masterclass is a unique opportunity for individuals seeking to refine their leadership capabilities and elevate their public speaking skills.

Transform your skills & take your career to new heights! https://t.co/vsoYkNRlIc

#𝐋𝐏𝐌𝐂_2025 htt

[ILRAJ @ILRAJ2]

@banguraumah, @HelenAPear11225, Hassan Conteh & @NaomiMudiatu01 of ILRAJ engaged pupils from 12 secondary schools across Freetown in a vibrant session at our HQ — promoting human rights, access to justice & the rule of law.
Pupils pledged to be ILRAJ Ambassadors in their schools & communities!
#ILRAJ #YouthEmpowerment #HumanRights #LegalAwareness #JusticeForAll #Freetown #StudentAmbassadors #RuleOfLaw #ProBono #ILRAJ2025

[ILRAJ @ILRAJ2]

⚖️ ILRAJ Engages School Going-Pupils ⚖️

On Friday, 23rd May 2025, The Institute for Legal Research and Advocacy for Justice (ILRAJ) welcomed pupils from 12 secondary schools across Freetown for a thoughtful engagement session at our headquarters.

The event introduced pupils to ILRAJ’s mission — promoting human rights, the rule of law, and access to justice.The engagement sparked a rich and interactive Q & A session.The engagement also inspired pupils to serve as ILRAJ's Ambassadors in their schools and communities.

Topics covered included:

▪️Understanding ILRAJ’s Mandate;
▪️The Role of Pupils Ambassadors;
▪️ Pro Bono Legal Services;
▪️Human Rights Awareness; and
▪️ The Upcoming Inter-School Debate Championship 🎤

A heartfelt thanks to all pupils and teacher coordinators who joined us!

Together, we’re shaping a more just and informed generation.
#ILRAJ #YouthEmpowerment #HumanRights #LegalAwareness #JusticeForAll #Freetown #StudentAmbassadors #RuleOfLaw #ProBono #ILRAJ2025

[U.S. Embassy Freetown @USEmbFreetown]

The application process for the Fulbright Program is live. Apply to get a fully funded Masters Scholarship in the United States.

Learn more here: https://t.co/35Yh5jYO8o

[Basita Michael @MichaelBasita]

My Woman of the Year 2024

Respect to this remarkable woman. Since the onset of Israel’s genocide on the people of Gaza in October last year, Francesca Albanese, United Nations (UN) special rapporteur for the Occupied Palestinian Territories, who was appointed to the role in May 2022, has played a key role in “disempowering” Israel’s actions. I use the word “disempowering” because, in spite of all the might of Israel in war and propaganda, she continues to speak out against Israel’s brutality and impunity.

Despite numerous attempts to silence her, she remained unwavering in her pursuit of the truth. Fully aware of the risks to her life and career, she has continued to document a series of reports explaining Israel’s crimes of genocide and against humanity in Palestine. Guided by the principles of international law and international human rights law, her reports helped us understand better the criminality of Israel’s actions and its accomplices.

Declared persona non grata by Israel, Francesca Albanese stands as a beacon of courage and integrity. In my humble view, she truly deserves to be recognised as the Woman of the Year 2024.

#UnitedNations @FranceskAlbs @UN_HRC @antonioguterres

[Building a Nation Campaign @NationCampaign]

@keita_ansumana @SHE4Peace @pansl_network @USEmbFreetown @YIAGA @WashFellowship @UNDPSierraLeone Peace is the answer

[Ansumana Keita @keita_ansumana]

"SL is suffering from NEGATIVE PEACE because of the numerous social injustices in the country"

Ansumana Keita stated at the International Peace Day WALK organized by @SHE4Peace @NationCampaign @pansl_network #SaloneX

@USEmbFreetown @YIAGA @WashFellowship @UNDPSierraLeone

[Ansumana Keita @keita_ansumana]

During our International Day of Peace Walk, we developed a simple, clear, and succinct message:

𝐈'𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐄,
𝐘𝐨𝐮'𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐄,
𝐖𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐄,
𝐒𝐇𝐄𝟒𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐄,
𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐅ɔ𝐃𝐚𝐞.

@USEmbFreetown @UNDPSierraLeone

[Building a Nation Campaign @NationCampaign]

@keita_ansumana @USEmbFreetown @UNDPSierraLeone We continue to say Peace Fɔ Dae

[Building a Nation Campaign @NationCampaign]

Peace Quotes from members of the Building A Nation Campaign in support of #SHE4Peace's International Peace Day WALK slated for Sat 21.09.24 from PZ - Law Court. #peacefɔdae @YIAGA @CGGSierraLeone @pansl_network @USEmbFreetown

[Building a Nation Campaign @NationCampaign]

Yesterday, we had a fruitful planning meeting with Premium Divine Trading Company Limited for our back to school campaign which shall be commencing next week and the Cowbell Kapu Sɛns Challenge which shall be staged in November this year.

[Patriotic Advocacy Network @pansl_network]

Our facilitators were also certified at the Leadership Conference Leadership & Public Speaking Masterclass. #SaloneX

[Building a Nation Campaign @NationCampaign]

@pansl_network Congratulations

[Building a Nation Campaign @NationCampaign]

A National Call for Peace and Cohesion @NationCampaign
@BanguraBuya @keita_ansumana @pansl_network @PresidentBio @YIAGA @USEmbFreetown @JudiciaryofSL @SLAJ_Salone @UmaruFofana