28/05/2026
This morning, my husband, His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio, and I had the profound blessing of standing shoulder-to-shoulder with thousands of our Muslim brothers and sisters right here on the grounds of the Presidential Lodge for our congregational Eid-Ul-Adha prayers. Looking out at the sea of faithful believers gathered in Freetown, my heart overflowed with gratitude for the unmatched spirit of devotion and togetherness that defines our people. This sacred day reminds us of the power of deep faith and unconditional sacrifice. It was a beautiful, humbling moment to join our hearts in prayer with the entire Ummah, reflecting on our shared values of charity, love, and compassion for the vulnerable.
As the Mother of the Nation, I am constantly inspired by how our faith brings us together to lift one another up. Through our collective prayers today, we asked for continuous peace, stability, and abundant blessings for our beloved Sierra Leone and the global community. My fervent prayer is that the essence of this holy day remains in our homes and communities, guiding us to be more obedient to the Almighty and more generous to our neighbors. From my family to yours, I wish you all a deeply blessed and peaceful celebration.
Eid Mubarak to every Sierra Leonean and to Muslims all across the world.
F.M.B
First Lady Fatima Maada Bio