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Sierra Leone Endorses Professor Dr. Charles C. Jalloh for International Court of Justice Seat

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The Government of Sierra Leone has officially endorsed Professor Dr. Charles C. Jalloh for the International Court of Justice (ICJ) seat for the 2025-2027 term. The endorsement was announced during a meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, where Director General Mr. Alan C. E. Logan reaffirmed Sierra Leone's commitment to a rules-based international order. Professor Jalloh has extensive expertise in international law, with over 21 years of experience as a legal adviser, professor, and member of the UN International Law Commission. He has made significant contributions to the progressive development and codification of international law and has represented Sierra Leone and other African states in various ICJ and international tribunals.

Key Takeaways:

  • Professor Dr. Charles C. Jalloh has been formally endorsed by the Government of Sierra Leone for election to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for the 2025-2027 term.
  • Professor Jalloh brings extensive expertise in international law, with over 21 years of experience as a legal adviser, professor, and two-term member of the UN International Law Commission.
  • The ICJ iscurrently handling 27 active cases, the highest number in its history, reflecting the increasing reliance on international law as a peaceful means of dispute resolution.
  • Professor Jalloh has pledged to uphold three guiding principles: Integrity, Independence, and Impartiality, in upholding the ICJ's dual mandate: adjudicating disputes between states and issuing advisory opinions.
  • Approximately 72% of the ICJ's cases originate from Africa, highlighting the significance of the ICJ for African states.
  • Professor Jalloh has represented Sierra Leone and other African states in various ICJ and international tribunals, including the Special Court for Sierra Leone, the International Criminal Court, and the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS).

Statistics:

  • 27 active cases are currently being handled by the ICJ, the highest number in its history.
  • Professor Jalloh has over 21 years of experience in international law.
  • 72% of the ICJ's cases originate from Africa.
  • 34 independent experts are elected globally to the UN International Law Commission (ILC), where Professor Jalloh contributed to the progressive development and codification of international law.

Sources:

  • 2 September 2025 (Sierra Leone News Agency)
  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Government of Sierra Leone
  • United Nations International Law Commission (ILC)

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