Election of New Chief Minister in Sierra Leone Following Constitutional Reforms

In 1924, Sierra Leone underwent a significant political transformation with the introduction of a new constitution that established elected representation for the first time. This pivotal change allowed for the election of 3 out of 22 members to the Legislative Council, marking a crucial step towards self-governance. The first elections were held on 28 October 1924, a date that would be remembered as a milestone in the country's political history. Prominent figures in this movement included H.C. Bankole-Bright, a bourgeois nationalist and the General Secretary of the Sierra Leone Branch of the National Congress of British West Africa (NCBWA). Alongside him was I.T.A. Wallace-Johnson, a socialist and founder of the West African Youth League (WAYL), who also played a vital role in advocating for change. Their efforts reflected a growing desire among the Creole population for greater political representation and participation in governance, setting the stage for future political developments in Sierra Leone.