LPP’s Samuel Kamara Dismisses Claims Of Inadequate Support Base

Leader of the Liberation People’s Party (LPP), Pastor Mohamed Samuel Kamara, has declared that his political support base extends across Sierra Leone, dismissing the idea that his party is limited to a particular district or region.

Kamara made the remarks during an online interview while responding to questions about his political stronghold and the LPP’s prospects ahead of the 2028 general elections.

Asked where his strongest political support lies, Kamara said he does not consider himself to have a conventional stronghold, because, according to him, his support cuts across communities and districts.

“Everywhere I am a stronghold,” Kamara said, arguing that his popularity is not confined to one geographical area. He maintained that people across the country appreciate the humanitarian and empowerment programmes associated with his work.

According to the LPP leader, his approach to politics is strongly connected to philanthropy, education, skills development and direct community empowerment. He said his interventions have included free scholarships, skills training and other programmes designed to improve opportunities for young people and members of the security sector.

Kamara cited recent initiatives involving free artificial intelligence training for police personnel, as well as efforts to provide educational opportunities for police officers and their children.

He said he is also working with partners to provide free computer training and skills development programmes, which he believes can help beneficiaries become more economically independent.

The LPP leader said his motivation is driven by what he described as a passion for God and compassion for people.

“I have a passion for God and compassion for people,” he said, maintaining that his humanitarian activities have helped him build relationships with people across the country.

Kamara was also asked whether, based on his current political standing and the votes he received previously, he could realistically compete in the 2028 presidential race.

Rather than expressing concern, he said he sees the current political environment as an opportunity.

“That is why I’m so excited because the space is open for me,” he said, suggesting that he believes the political landscape could provide an opening for the LPP to expand its influence.

He further claimed that established political parties are increasingly concerned about his emergence and the possibility of a stronger LPP challenge in 2028.

Kamara also highlighted his background as a pastor and former United States military officer, describing his experience as part of what differentiates him from other political actors.

He argued that Sierra Leone needs leaders with practical knowledge, communication skills and the ability to develop people rather than politicians who rely solely on traditional political methods.

The LPP leader particularly emphasised the importance of investing in human capital. He said his objective is to move away from what he described as a culture of simply giving people short-term assistance, and instead teach them skills that can enable them to support themselves.

“We are not giving you fish anymore; we are teaching you how to fish,” Kamara said, outlining his philosophy of empowerment.

He disclosed plans to establish another institution that would provide educational opportunities for members of the police, military and other security institutions.

According to Kamara, the planned institution would offer free certificate and diploma-level courses to members of the security forces and their children.

He said his personal experience in the military has given him an understanding of the challenges and privileges associated with serving in the security sector, and that this informs his desire to invest in the education and welfare of security personnel.

Kamara said the proposed programmes would provide beneficiaries with greater access to education and professional development without placing additional financial pressure on them.

His comments present the LPP as a political movement seeking to build its support through community engagement, education, skills training and humanitarian interventions ahead of the 2028 elections.

However, his assertion that he has a nationwide political stronghold remains a political claim and would ultimately have to be tested through measurable electoral support and future election results.

With the 2028 race still ahead, Kamara’s statements signal his intention to position the LPP beyond a traditional regional or district-based political structure, and present himself as a potential national contender.