Title: The Illusion of Love In a bustling city, where dreams collided with reality, there was a man named Israel. To the outside world, he was the perfect boyfriend: charming, attentive, and always ready with a smile. His girlfriend, Mia, was a vibrant artist, pouring her heart into every stroke of her brush. Yet, beneath…
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Mohamed Bangura, a security guard, has been remanded at the Male Correctional Center following his recent court appearance on serious charges of office breaking and larceny. The allegations against Bangura arise from an incident reported on January 25, 2025, when he was accused of unlawfully entering the store and inventory…
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Sierra Leone’s Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, has dismissed ongoing claims that over 200 political prisoners remain in the country. These assertions have persisted despite the provisions outlined in Resolution 4(b) of the Agreement of National Unity, signed between the government and the All People’s Congress (APC)…
By Elizabeth A. Kaine In Sierra Leone, the protection of women and children is an urgent imperative that demands immediate government action. Following years of civil conflict and societal upheaval, the nation faces significant challenges related to gender-based violence, child exploitation, and systemic inequality. As a society, we must recognize that enacting robust laws to…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S In a significant step towards enhancing the protection of vulnerable women and children, Dr. Isata Mahoi, the Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, convened a meeting with the Community of Practice to discuss the development of a new National Safeguarding Policy. This initiative aims to address the pressing need for…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S On Thursday, February 27, 2025, the National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) officially handed over agricultural machinery and business commodities to 1,240 members across 62 beneficiary groups. This initiative aims to enhance agricultural productivity and economic opportunities within local communities, aligning with the country’s Feed Salone agenda. During the event,…
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, the Sierra Leone Commission on Arms and Ammunition (SLeCAA) destroyed over 5,000 unserviceable state-owned weapons during a symbolic event held at the Murray Town Barracks. Commissioner Christian Fahima Marah welcomed attendees and emphasized that the destruction of these weapons would extend to military barracks across…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S On Thursday, February 27, 2025, Honourable Justice Tonia Barnett of the Court of Appeal ordered the remand in custody of five individuals charged with migrant smuggling and related offenses. The accused are identified as Benson Edward Kamara, a network marketer; Nuru Deen Bangapoma Bangura, a businessman; Sheik Ibrahim Bangapoma Bangura,…
By Simeon Gbani, Reporter, Kabala In a troubling development, Paramount Chief Mohamed Saio Marah and Mr. Kalie Marah, the Legal Aid Board representative for Falaba District, are accused of instigating violence between the Morinfindugu and Kamadugu-Yiraia chiefdoms. The conflict has escalated dangerously, with residents of Nyenekonkofeh erecting roadblocks and employing firearms against the people of…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S. Wailahun Village, Bo District — The Environment Protection Agency (EPA) Sierra Leone, in collaboration with the Sierra Leone Police Force and the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces, recently conducted a significant raid along the Sewa River in Wailahun Village, Bumpeh Chiefdom. This operation was prompted by intelligence reports highlighting…
