It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden death of Mr. Emmanuel Kobba, former staff of Radio Mercury FM 92.1.This sad event took place on Thursday, 9th October 2025. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Sympathisers may call at No. 22 Race Course Road, close to Colombia Davies Funeral Parlour, Cline Town —…
It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, Alhaji Conteh Bangura, who resided in the United States of America. He has already been laid to rest. May Almighty Allah grant him Jannatul Firdaus and comfort his family and loved ones during this difficult time.May his…
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our dearly beloved father and husband, Mr. Chrispin O. Pearce, who departed this life on 28th September 2025 and has since been laid to rest. The funeral and burial services were held at the King Memorial Church, Goderich Street, where family, friends, and loved ones gathered to…
Freetown, 9th October 2025 Today, His Excellency B.C. Pradhan, the Indian High Commissioner to Sierra Leone, visited the Hon. Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Her Excellency Nabeela Farida Tunis, at her office on King Harman Road, Freetown. The courtesy visit aimed to reinforce the enduring diplomatic relationship between India and Sierra Leone, focusing on…
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter The Government of Sierra Leone, in collaboration with the African Land Institution Network (ALIN), the Rights and Resources Initiative (RRI), and the African Land Policy Centre (ALPC), is set to host the ALIN International Conference from October 14 to 16, 2025, at the Bintumani Conference Centre in Freetown. This significant event…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter A high-level delegation from Sierra Leone, led by Chief Minister Dr. David Moinina Sengeh, is set to visit the United Kingdom next week to explore strategic investment opportunities across key sectors. “I will be leading a team of public and private sector partners to the UK next week,” announced Chief Minister…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter The Ministry of Youth Affairs has issued a critical warning regarding fraudulent online recruitment schemes that disproportionately affect young individuals. In a recent press release, the Ministry cautioned the public against engaging with any casual worker recruitment efforts circulating both online and within local communities. The Ministry highlighted a surge in…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Brussels, Belgium – October 7, 2025 – The African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (AU-PSC) and the European Union (EU) Political and Security Committee (EUPSC) have convened for their 16th annual joint consultative meeting, taking place from October 7 to 9. During the discussions, Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Two surveyors, Saio Turay, 33, and Fara Bangalie Kamara, 30, faced Magistrate John Manso Fornah at Pademba Road Court No. 2 on charges of land fraud. They are accused of conspiracy and multiple counts of obtaining money under false pretenses, violations of the Larceny Act of 1916. Court documents…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter A police sergeant and his girlfriend are currently in custody after being charged with several drug-related offenses stemming from a significant cannabis seizure in Kenema. Sergeant Augustine Tamba Saffa, 35, and his girlfriend, Isha Conteh, a petty trader, appeared before Magistrate Mustapha Braima Jah at Pademba Road Court No.1…
