By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Justice Isata Sellu Tucker of the High Court in Freetown has sentenced Abubakarr Sesay, a convicted kush dealer, to ten years in prison for unlawful possession of narcotic drugs. Sesay was found guilty of holding 60.5 grams of kush without legal authorization, in violation of Section 8(a) of the National…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope State House, Freetown, Monday, November 3, 2025 – President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has officially received the 2024 Annual Report from the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), expressing his appreciation for the Commission’s leadership and staff in their ongoing battle against corruption in Sierra Leone. During the presentation, Deputy Commissioner Augustine Foday…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope In a significant crackdown on drug abuse, police from the Makeni and Panlap Divisions, alongside personnel from regional headquarters, have rescued 123 individuals struggling with addiction in and around Makeni. The rescued addicts have been transferred to a rehabilitation center located along the Makeni–Kabala Highway. This initiative, led by Assistant…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope The Honourable Minister of Information and Civic Education, Mr. Chernor Bah, has been awarded a Certificate of Honor by Afriqu Europe Magazine, recognizing his outstanding leadership and professionalism in enhancing public communication and civic education in Sierra Leone. The accolade was presented by Lokombe Nkalulu, Editor-in-Chief of Afriqu Europe Magazine,…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope The Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources (MMMR) and the National Minerals Agency (NMA) have addressed public concerns regarding a reported deadly mining incident in Kono District, asserting that there is no official confirmation of any loss of life. In a press release issued on October 31, 2025, the government…
By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter Kambia, October 31, 2025 – President Dr. Julius Maada Bio celebrated the second anniversary of the Feed Salone initiative on World Food Day, bringing together farmers, traditional leaders, and international partners at Kambia Mini Stadium. The event was centered around the global theme: “Hand in Hand for Better Food and…
By Joseph Momoh, D.S. Reporter Geneva, Switzerland, November 1, 2025 – The Honourable Minister of Information and Civic Education, Mr. Chernor Abdulai Bah, has received the first three editions of the Sierra Leone Permanent Mission’s newsletters during a presentation in Geneva. The handover was conducted by Mr. Edward Kawa, Head of Chancery and Minister Counsellor,…
By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. Reporter Freetown – The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Government of China have reaffirmed their joint commitment to advancing women’s health and gender equality in Sierra Leone through enhanced bilateral cooperation and expanded reproductive health programs. This renewed partnership was underscored during a recent courtesy visit by UNFPA Country…
By Joseph Momoh, D.S. Reporter President Julius Maada Bio has unveiled a robust strategy aimed at intensifying Sierra Leone’s fight against the illicit drug known as Kush, announcing five key directives focused on prevention, enforcement, and justice. In a national address, President Bio emphasized his government’s commitment to addressing the growing threats posed by Kush…
By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter Freetown, October 31, 2025 – In a robust crackdown on illicit drug activities in the Western Urban District, the Congo Cross Police Division has successfully executed a series of raids, resulting in significant arrests and the seizure of over 800 wraps of suspected narcotics. The operations, led by Chief Superintendent…
