Former Students of Dr. Ibrahim Bangura Donate 800 Bags of Rice to Port Loko and Kambia Communities

By Ibrahim Joenal Sesay

(232news) –

Former students of Dr. Ibrahim Bangura (popularly known as DIB) have donated 800 bags of rice to communities in Port Loko and Kambia, in a humanitarian effort aimed at supporting vulnerable Muslim families during the holy month of Ramadan.

The initiative, organised by a global network of more than 800 former students and young professionals, saw 300 bags distributed in Port Loko and 500 bags delivered to communities in Kambia. The donors said the gesture was intended to ease the burden on families observing Ramadan, a period when many households face increased pressure to provide daily meals for fasting and communal prayers.

According to organisers, the effort reflects both a charitable mission and a show of solidarity with their former mentor, Dr Ibrahim Bangura, whose leadership and ideas continue to inspire them.

Members of the group explained that the donation was funded through voluntary contributions from the former students themselves, demonstrating a growing trend of youth-driven participation in national political and social movements. Many of the contributors are professionals based both in Sierra Leone and abroad, forming a network that has remained connected through shared academic and professional ties.

Student leader Bintu, speaking during the distribution exercise, described the donation as a reflection of the values they believe their mentor represents.

“This is a token of love and dedication to a leader who embodies compassion,” she said. “We believe leadership should reflect service to the people, especially during moments when families need support the most.”

Another member of the group, Abdul Hakim, emphasised the importance of combining political engagement with social responsibility.

“Politics without generosity is nothing short of naked ambition,” he said. “Our goal is to promote the principles of love, empathy and community support while advancing our political ideals.”

During the outreach, the group also conveyed Dr. Bangura’s goodwill and Ramadan message to community members, reaffirming his commitment to addressing food insecurity and poverty across Sierra Leone.

Residents in several communities welcomed the support, noting that food donations during Ramadan can significantly help families who struggle to meet the daily costs of preparing meals for iftar, the evening meal that breaks the fast.

The initiative by Dr. Bangura’s former students highlights the growing influence of youth networks in Sierra Leone’s civic and political landscape, where young professionals are increasingly mobilising resources and community support to promote leaders and ideas they believe in.

Organisers say similar humanitarian activities may continue in other communities as the movement expands its outreach across the country.