…A Grieving Tribute to Fallen MP
The nation was plunged into mourning on Tuesday following the tragic death of Hon. Ernest Dura Koroma, the esteemed Member of Parliament from Kambia District, in a fatal accident along the Freetown-Masiska Highway.In an emotional and heartfelt tribute, the Opposition Chief Whip, Hon. Abdul Karim Kamara, painted a picture of a profound personal and professional loss, describing the late Koroma as his most loyal and irreplaceable confidant.
The untimely death has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, particularly within the ranks of the All People’s Congress (APC), leaving fellow parliamentarians, supporters, and the people of Kambia District heartbroken.
Hon. Kamara, visibly moved, recounted a friendship spanning over 15 years, one that began during their university days and endured the trials of political life. He remembered Hon. Koroma not merely as a colleague, but as a true friend whose character was defined by an absence of envy and gossip.
“He was a man free of envy and gossip, someone who stood by me unwaveringly, even during my most difficult moments,” Hon. Kamara stated. “He never questioned my decisions. Even when I made mistakes and admitted them, he didn’t argue; he simply accepted and moved forward.”
The Opposition Chief Whip highlighted an almost unparalleled level of trust and loyalty, revealing that the late MP believed in his leadership so deeply that he would not make significant decisions without first seeking his counsel.
Reflecting on their long journey, Kamara noted that while many he had helped in the past eventually distanced themselves, Ernest Dura Koroma remained “resilient, loyal, and ever supportive.” His belief, Kamara emphasized, was “unshakable,” and his support a constant source of strength.
The depth of their bond was such that, as Kamara narrated, “anyone who had issues with me would also fall out of favor with Ernest. He would stand firmly by my side.”
In a moment of raw grief, the Opposition Chief Whip posed the haunting questions that now confront him: “Who will replace Hon. Ernest Dura Koroma? Who will stand by me the way he did? Who can fill the void he has left behind?” Concluding his tribute, Hon. Kamara encouraged all to find solace in prayer, acknowledging that nothing can bring back the deceased. He extended his deepest condolences to the bereaved family and urged all patriots, including those who may have had differences with the late MP, to forgive him, reminding everyone that no human is perfect.
As the nation comes to terms with this sudden loss, the legacy of Hon. Ernest Dura Koroma is marked by the unwavering loyalty and steadfast friendship so movingly eulogized by his closest ally. Rest in Peace, Hon. Ernest Dura Koroma.
