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By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has issued a stern warning to the Accountant General and his staff, threatening salary deductions if they fail to justify the improper use of the selling exchange rate in contractor payments, a practice that contradicts the terms specified in contract clauses. This discrepancy, amounting to…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter The Sierra Leone Teaching Service Commission (SLTSC) has officially concluded its nationwide teacher registration on Monday, April 7, 2025, following a two-week initiative aimed at ensuring comprehensive enrollment across the country. In a public notice, the Commission announced that over 98 percent of targeted schools had been successfully engaged during the…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S. The National Revenue Authority (NRA) has announced the issuance of tax clearance certificates to compliant taxpayers, as outlined in a press release dated April 8, 2025. The NRA emphasizes that only those who fulfill their tax obligations will be eligible to receive these certificates. To clarify the compliance criteria, the…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S. In a recent event dedicated to raising awareness about autism, Bangay Kanu, the Deputy Director of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Services, called on families to embrace and provide support for their relatives with autism, despite the societal discrimination and marginalization they often face. Mr. Kanu’s remarks come in light…

By: Saidu Jalloh, Reporter Mohamed Sesay, a resident of Titambaya Village in Nimikoro Chiefdom, has been arrested by police from the Motema Division in Kono District for allegedly possessing nine bundles of dried leaves believed to be cannabis sativa, commonly referred to as “jamba.” The arrest occurred on Saturday, April 6, 2025, following credible information…

By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter George Brown, a prisoner who escaped during the failed coup attempt on November 26, 2023, appeared before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at Pademba Road Court No. 2 on Monday, facing serious charges of wounding and assault occasioning actual bodily harm. The charges stem from an alleged knife attack on businessman Mohamed Alie…

By: Saidu Jalloh, Reporter The Tonkolili Network Movement for Families Empowerment Organization (TNMFEO) has raised alarm over a critical issue affecting education in Sierra Leone. More than 4,000 students may miss the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) scheduled for June 2025 due to an oversight in the approval process. These students, whose Continuous…

By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter In response to the alarming rise of lawlessness and indiscipline throughout the nation, the Minister of Internal Affairs, Morie Lengor Esq., convened a critical stakeholder meeting on April 7, 2025. The gathering aimed to address the deteriorating situation and its potential implications for national security. During the meeting, Minister Lengor emphasized…

By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has announced a significant investment of $12 million to support the establishment of Sierra Leone’s first commercial-scale onion farming operation in partnership with Pee Cee Holding Ltd. (PCH). This funding is poised to transform the agricultural landscape of the country, enhance local food production, and reduce…

By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter The Independent Procurement Review Panel (IPRP) has concluded its investigation into a procurement issue involving the Projects Fiduciary Management Unit (PFMU) and has referred its findings to the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) for possible prosecution. This decision follows an appeal from Smart Network Solution SL, Ltd. and Computer Shop regarding the PFMU’s…