Pentagon Community Calls For President Bio’s Intervention
By Tejan Macavoray
The ongoing land dispute in the Pentagon community has reached a critical point, demanding urgent intervention from His Excellency, President Dr. Julius Maada Bio. Despite previous directives, the Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Country Planning has failed to conduct due diligence in its decision-making process, leading to the wrongful allocation of 58 acres to Derick Sama Thoronka. This action has escalated tensions, creating an atmosphere of uncertainty and potential unrest among the affected residents.
The Pentagon community is home to many vulnerable citizens, including survivors of the Ebola outbreak, the August 14 mudslide, and the COVID-19 pandemic. These individuals have already endured immense hardships and should not be subjected to further displacement due to administrative negligence or favoritism. The allocation of land without proper verification of rightful ownership not only undermines justice, but also erodes public trust in governance.
It is deeply concerning that despite President Bio’s commitment to fairness and transparency, the Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Country Planning has acted contrary to his directives. Their failure to conduct due intelligence in this matter raises serious questions about their impartiality and intentions. Reports from the ground suggest that officials within the Ministry are working in collaboration with Derick Sama Thoronka to enforce an unjust land takeover, disregarding the legitimate claims of long-standing residents.
The situation is rapidly deteriorating, with increasing frustration and resistance from the affected community members. If left unchecked, this land dispute could lead to severe social unrest, which may spiral into conflicts with far-reaching consequences. The people of Pentagon are demanding justice, and their patience is running out.
As the custodian of national peace and justice, President Bio’s intervention is crucial in preventing a full-scale crisis. The people of Pentagon need reassurance that their voices are heard and that their rights will be protected. A thorough and impartial investigation must be conducted to ensure that land ownership is determined fairly and in accordance with the law. Additionally, those within the Ministry of Lands who have acted in bad faith must be held accountable.
The Pentagon land saga is not just about land; it is about justice, governance, and the protection of citizens from unlawful displacement. President Bio has always championed the rights of the people, and now, more than ever, the residents of Pentagon need his leadership. Failure to address this issue promptly could have dire consequences, but with decisive action, a just and peaceful resolution can be achieved.