By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S
Isatu Jabbie Kabbah, Adviser on Gender Issues to President Julius Maada Bio, has expressed her profound shock and disappointment over the recent promotion of Colonel Francis Kwame Kanu in the military, despite ongoing rape allegations against him.
In a recent engagement regarding Kanu’s promotion, Kabbah conveyed her disbelief, stating, “After working with the CDS and with the openness and enthusiasm of the Deputy Minister and the Director General, I never expected the outcome of promoting the alleged perpetrator.”
Kabbah recounted her initial reaction upon learning of the promotion: “On that day, when I received a call informing me about the promotion, I denied it, saying it is not possible.” Her disbelief quickly turned to shock when she received the official appointment letter. “Words can’t express how I felt; it was quite shocking news to me that I never expected,” she added.
Colonel Kanu, Commander of the Training Command at Benguema, was detained following allegations of raping a female junior officer under his command. The incident reportedly occurred on April 22, 2025, at Villa 3, Hill Cut Junction, Wilberforce, a residence associated with the colonel.
Allegations suggest that the victim was coerced into preparing food for the senior officer, leading to a serious case of sexual assault. A preliminary medical report detailing the victim’s condition has revealed troubling signs of physical trauma, including general body pain, bitten lips, and vaginal eruption—indicators consistent with aggravated sexual assault.
Concerns have been raised within the legal community regarding the military police’s initial report, which has been described as “flawed.” Legal experts emphasize that a comprehensive file containing all evidence must be submitted to qualified legal officers for proper review.
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