His Excellency the President, Rtd. Brigadier Julius Maada Bio appointed Ing. Edmond Benjamin Nonie as the Deputy Minister of Energy I, and his appointment was approved by the Parliament of the Second Republic on the 4th of July 2024. Ing. Edmond Nonie brings a wealth of experience in the public and private sectors, having previously worked with the United Nations, served in various innovation and engineering roles, and led impactful energy reform initiatives. His technical background in mechanical engineering, combined with years of project management and leadership, positions him as a dynamic force in advancing Sierra Leone’s energy sector.