By Chernor BahMinister of Information and Civic Education There are trips.And then there’s a trip. This week, after our retreat on stunning Bonthe Island, I took a day off to go somewhere that has lived in my family lore for years real in stories, imagined in my head. Until now. Pakandae. A tiny, remote village…
By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. ReporterFebruary 5, 2026 Members of Parliament from Sierra Leone’s main opposition party, the All People’s Congress (APC), threatened a parliamentary boycott earlier today in response to the detention of their Secretary General, Lansana Dumbuya. However, Dumbuya was released from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) shortly after, following a period of questioning…
Obituary Announcement With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Saio Conteh, at the age of 63. She departed this life on 27th January, 2026 after a period of illness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever remain in our hearts. She was a loving and devoted mother whose kindness, strength, and…
In Loving Memory of the late Mrs Esmeralda Kathleen Jah-Tucker (Nee Okoyomon)Who departed this life on Wednesday 21st January, 2026.Born on Tuesday 13th July, 1965.Age: 61 years old. Vigil is on Wednesday 11th February 2026 at Zion Methodist Church Wesley street, at 7:30 pm. Funeral Service is on Thursday 12th February 2026Time: 2:00pmVenue: Sacred Heart…
Obituary: Acting Chief Justice Valesius Victor Thomas (1950-2026) Justice Valesius Victor Thomas, former Acting Chief Justice of Sierra Leone departed this life on January 25, 2026, in Freetown. Born on October 24, 1950, in the Moyamba District, Southern Province, to the late Johnny Valentine Thomas and Fanny Laura Abioseh Thomas, Justice Thomas lived a life…
The family regret to announces with deep sorrow the passing of Madam Jenny Fatima Momorie (Nee Max-Kamara), a former Nursery Two (N II) Grey teacher. Her death occurred on 23rd January, 2026.Sunrise: 24th June 1988Age: 37 years old Madam Momorie served the school community with dedication and care, especially in the nurturing of young learners….
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter The Family Support Unit (FSU) of the Sierra Leone Police has reaffirmed its partnership with the LAWYERS Organization to intensify efforts in protecting women’s rights and addressing Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) throughout the country. The collaboration follows a meeting on February 3, 2026, at the FSU Headquarters in Freetown, where…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter Foday Kuyateh, the Western Area Regional Secretary of the Sierra Leone Teachers Union (SLTU), has expressed disappointment over the national budget’s 21% allocation to the education sector, calling it inadequate in addressing the welfare of teachers. In an interview with Truth Media, Kuyateh lamented the lack of meaningful improvements for educators…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter Authorities have confirmed that all students at Nyapui Secondary School in Kenema are safe following a fire that partially destroyed a section of the school’s boarding hostel late Tuesday night, February 3, 2026. The incident caused significant property damage, but fortunately, no injuries or fatalities were reported. The blaze affected one…
Government pathologist Dr. Simeon Owizz Koroma testified in court on Tuesday, stating that Sia Fatu Kamara’s death resulted from manual strangulation due to physical assault, as detailed in the official autopsy report. During his testimony, Dr. Koroma explained that medical evidence indicated asphyxia caused by external compression of the neck, leading to a fatal lack…
