Sierra Leone’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mohamed Rahman Swaray, has intensified efforts to secure the election of Professor Charles C. Jalloh as a Judge of the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
Minister Swaray said he addressed the Group of Ambassadors of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) at the United Nations in New York as Sierra Leone steps up its campaign ahead of the November 3 elections.
He thanked OIC member states for endorsing Professor Jalloh, Sierra Leone’s candidate for the 2027–2036 term, and urged them to translate their endorsement into votes in both the UN General Assembly and the Security Council.
The Foreign Affairs Minister described Professor Jalloh as a candidate with outstanding legal expertise, integrity and a strong commitment to judicial independence.
He reaffirmed his commitment to engaging international partners to secure the necessary support for Professor Jalloh’s election, expressing appreciation for the solidarity shown by Sierra Leone’s partners.
The election is expected to be a significant moment in Sierra Leone’s efforts to strengthen its representation in international judicial institutions.
