Julius Maada Bio

ModernGeneralSierra Leone1964 — ?

Coup leader turned democratic Sierra Leone president.

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Quick Facts

Born

1964

Country

Sierra Leone

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)45

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)45

Leadership (15%)70

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score51.2

Julius Maada Bio — Complete Timeline

1992 AD

1992 Sierra Leonean coup d'étatPolitical Action◆ Major

Julius Maada Bio was a member of the National Provisional Ruling Council (NPRC) that overthrew President Joseph Momoh in a military coup. Bio served as a key figure in the junta, which promised to end the civil war but faced criticism for human rights abuses.

CoupSierra LeoneCivil War

Impact: nationaldestructive

1996 AD

Brief tenure as head of statePolitical Action◆ Major

Bio led a palace coup within the NPRC in January 1996, becoming head of state. He oversaw the transition to civilian rule, handing over power to Ahmad Tejan Kabbah after elections in March 1996, a move that earned him praise for restoring democracy.

TransitionDemocracyCoup

Impact: nationalconstructive

2018 AD

Election as President of Sierra LeonePolitical Action◆ Major

Bio won the 2018 Sierra Leonean presidential election as the candidate of the Sierra Leone People's Party, defeating Samura Kamara in a runoff. His victory marked a return to power for the SLPP after a decade in opposition.

ElectionSierra LeonePresidency

Impact: nationalconstructive

2023 AD

Re-election amid economic challengesPolitical Action◆ Major

Bio was re-elected in 2023 with 56.6% of the vote, but the election was disputed by the opposition. His second term has been marked by economic difficulties, including high inflation and debt, as well as allegations of authoritarianism.

ElectionSierra LeoneEconomy

Impact: national