“The Battle-Tested Lion Is Ready”: Amb. Yambasu Declares Sam-Sumana APC’s Best Chance For 2028 Victory
KONO DISTRICT – Monday 11th May 2026 –
The political temperature across the lush chiefdoms of Toli, Lei, Mafindor, Soa, and Gbane Kandor rose several notches on Monday when a respected voice of the people, Ambassador Sahr John Yambasu, threw down a political gauntlet. Standing before a charged community gathering, Ambassador Yambasu did not mince words. He declared, with unwavering conviction, that Alhaji Chief Samuel Sam-Sumana, the former Vice President of Sierra Leone, is not merely a contender, but is yet the most qualified, battle-tested, and visionary leader to carry the flag of the All People’s Congress (APC).
“Look around,” Ambassador Yambasu urged, his voice carrying the weight of experience. “We do not need learners on the job. We need a man who has walked through the fire and emerged stronger. That man is Chief Sam-Sumana.” With a direct appeal to the grassroots and general electorates from Kono and beyond, the Ambassador called on all supporters across the five chiefdoms to close ranks and rally behind the leadership vision of Alhaji Chief Samuel Sam-Sumana.
Why Chief Sam-Sumana? The Case for Victory in 2028:
Ambassador Yambasu painted a clear picture for the general electorate: Chief Sam-Sumana is not just a candidate for the APC ticket, he is the winning candidate with the highest chance to not only unify the APC and Sierra Leone, but can win the 2028 Presidential Election on a landslide.
“Here is the testimony that every voter in Sierra Leone must hear:
A Tested Leader: In the turbulent waters of national politics, Chief Sam-Sumana has shown uncommon courage. He is not a fair-weather politician. He is a leader who has stood for justice, endured political exile, and returned with a heart fully committed to the transformation of Sierra Leone.
Grassroots to the Core: While others chase empty rhetoric, Chief Sam-Sumana speaks the language of the ordinary citizen. From Toli to Gbane Kandor, he understands your struggle because he has lived it. His connection to the people is not manufactured—it is authentic.”
The Man Who Can Win: Ambassador Yambasu’s strongest claim is strategic. He argued that beyond the APC primary, Chief Sam-Sumana is the candidate with the broadest coalition, one that can defeat any opponent in the national election. “He has the experience, the resilience, and the national appeal to unite our party and lead Sierra Leone to real transformation,” Yambasu affirmed.
A Call to Action
The message from Kono was clear: The time for division is over. The time for settling for less is over. As the 2028 Presidential Race takes shape, Ambassador Sahr John Yambasu has placed a powerful marker. He has testified that Alhaji Chief Samuel Sam-Sumana is the most capable, the most battle-hardened, and the most electable flag bearer the APC can present. Now, the electorate from the hills of Kono to the streets of Freetown, must listen, reflect, and rally behind a leader who has already proven he will never abandon his people. Alhaji Chief Samuel Sam-Sumana: Tested, Ready and Unstoppable.
By Zach D.
