Ex-Sierra Leone President Koroma Returns Home From Nigeria After Treason Case Dropped
The former president left Nigeria after more than two years, and the government said the treason case tied to a failed 2023 coup was discontinued.
- Former Sierra Leone President Ernest Bai Koroma returned to Freetown this weekend after the Attorney-General confirmed the government discontinued the criminal treason case against him in July 2026.
- Following treason allegations linked to November 2023 attacks in Freetown, Koroma departed for Nigeria in January 2024, where he remained for more than two years.
- Working quietly with others, Jonathan facilitated discussions with Sierra Leonean authorities to create conditions for the former leader's safe return, describing him as his 'dear friend and brother.'
- Upon arriving in Freetown, President Koroma addressed journalists, stating he was 'back home' and indicated willingness to participate in consultations as the country moves forward.
- Jonathan expressed hope that the return serves as a moment of 'renewed hope and reconciliation' for Koroma, his family, and the people of Sierra Leone.
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Ex-Sierra Leone President Koroma returns home from Nigeria after treason case dropped
Former Sierra Leone President Ernest Bai Koroma has returned to his country after spending more than two years in Nigeria, following the withdrawal of criminal proceedings against him. Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan on Sunday accompanied Koroma as he departed Nigeria for Sierra Leone. Jonathan announced Koroma’s departure in a post on his X handle, describing the […] Ex-Sierra Leone President Koroma returns home from Nigeria after t…
Jonathan sees off ex-Sierra Leone President Koroma, welcomes return home
ABUJA — Former President Goodluck Jonathan has seen off former Sierra Leonean President Ernest Bai Koroma as he returns to his country after more than two years in Nigeria. Jonathan disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, describing Koroma as his “dear friend and brother.” He said Nigeria had served as Koroma’s “home away from […]
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