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…
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter The All People’s Congress (APC), Sierra Leone’s principal opposition party, has firmly opposed government efforts to lower the presidential election victory threshold from 55% to 50%. During a rally at Attouga Minni Stadium in Freetown, APC Acting National Chairman Ambassador Alhaji Osman Foday Yansaneh stated that such a change poses a…
OBITUARY ANNOUNCEMENT: The death is announced of Pst. Doris JarrettWho was called home to glory on 16th January 2026Age 53 yrs She served as a Senior Pastor at The New Harvest Global Ministries.Mummy was a woman of deep faith and quiet strength. Her love was a covering, her prayers a compass, and her sacrifice a…
Obituary Announcement The Johnson family is sad to announce the passing of time to eternity of the late Madam Ola JohnsonFormer Deputy Village head of Regent, and former elder of theRegent Village Elders committee.The sad event took place on Sunday 18th January 2026. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Sympathizers may visit the bereaved family…
With Great Sadness We Announce The Passing Of Madam Afsatu (Seray-Wurie) Akibo-Betts, who passed away on 16th January 2026Born on 18th September, 1961. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.Sympathizers are welcome to visit at No7 UN Drive Off Wilkinson Road Freetown.Rest well Aunty Afsa.
