SLFA Bolsters Leadership with Bawoh and Kanu Appointments. Freetown, Sierra Leone — 2026-02-04 Lead Paragraph: The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has taken a significant step in enhancing its administrative structure by appointing Mohamed Benson Bawoh as General Secretary and Ishmail Saidu Kanu, Esq.
As Deputy General Secretary.
The appointments, effective immediately, were confirmed during an SLFA Executive Committee meeting held in Freetown on February 3, 2026.
The SLFA aims to improve governance, efficiency, and accountability in football administration in the country through these strategic appointments.
The SLFA’s decision to appoint Bawoh and Kanu reflects a broader strategy to elevate the governance standards within football administration in Sierra Leone.
The General Secretary, Bawoh, will oversee the day — to-day operations of the secretariat, implement executive decisions, and coordinate with regional football bodies, clubs, and international partners.
In his role as Deputy General Secretary, Kanu will support these functions, ensuring continuity, policy execution, and institutional stability.
The appointments come at a critical time for the SLFA, as the organization grapples with heightened expectations for improved governance, robust domestic competitions, and effective youth and grassroots development programs.
Both administrators and supporters have been vocal about the need for reforms that emphasize transparency, professionalism, and long — term planning.
The SLFA believes that Bawoh and Kanu’s leadership will address these challenges and contribute to a more efficient and responsive football administration.
The SLFA Executive Committee expressed full confidence in the leadership qualities and professional experience of both appointees.
Their roles are deemed central to the implementation of the Association’s strategic plans and football development agenda.
The Association concluded by wishing both officials success in their new roles, emphasizing that their leadership will be crucial to the future growth, management, and governance of football in Sierra Leone. Further details regarding the implementation of the SLFA’s strategic plans and the impact of these appointments on the football community in Sierra Leone are expected to be released in the coming days.
The SLFA remains committed to enhancing the football experience for all stakeholders.
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Source: Original article from the Sierra Leone Football Association.
