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U.S. Embassy in Freetown Seeks Quotations from Qualified Shipping Companies for Air Freight Services
By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter, Daily Scope The United States Embassy in Freetown is inviting qualified shipping companies specializing in air freight and transportation services to submit quotations for a new contract opportunity. According to the Embassy’s announcement, interested parties must provide a comprehensive quotation along with all required documents as specified in the request. The…
University Lecturer Accused of Selling Matrimonial Property Amid Domestic Rights Controversy
By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, Daily Scope A lecturer at the University of Sierra Leone, Mr. Sallieu Koroma, is facing serious allegations of selling a matrimonial property without the consent of his wife, Madam Haja Adama Koroma. This incident has raised significant concerns surrounding domestic rights and the legal protections afforded to spouses in Sierra Leone….
Football Chief Arrested in Corruption Scandal!
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope In a startling development for the football community, Thomas Daddy Brima, the President of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) on allegations of misappropriation of public funds. Brima’s arrest marks a significant moment in the fight against corruption within the sporting…
Lover’s Groove – Whispers of the Wild: A Love Story Between Nature’s Heart
In a quaint village nestled between lush green hills and a vibrant forest, two souls found each other amidst the symphony of nature. Elara, a passionate botanist, spent her days wandering through meadows, collecting rare flowers, and studying plant life. Her heart danced with joy every time she uncovered a new bloom. One sunny afternoon,…
Police Uncover Major Cannabis Farm in Bo District During Joint Operation
By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S The Sierra Leone Police have uncovered a substantial cannabis farm in Kpatema Village, Kpadebu Section, Kakua Chiefdom, Bo District, following a joint operation involving officers from the Operations Support Division (OSD) and Bo West Division. This operation aimed to eradicate illegal drug activities in the region. Reports indicate that the…
First Lady Fatima Bio and St. Joseph’s Convent Alumni Forge Plans Ahead of 160th Anniversary
By: Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S First Lady Fatima Bio held a strategic meeting with the alumni of St. Joseph’s Convent Secondary School in Freetown at her Goderich office on April 1, 2025, to discuss the school’s future and upcoming initiatives. During the meeting, alumni provided insights into their preparations for the school’s 160th Anniversary Celebration,…
Inspector Dumbuya Arrested in Coup Probe at Freetown Airport
By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S Sierra Leone Security Forces have arrested Inspector Joseph Dumbuya at Freetown International Airport, identifying him as a suspect in the failed coup attempt of November 2023. The report surfaced on the afternoon of April 2, 2025, as the Sierra Leone government escalates its efforts to locate all individuals involved in…
Youth Charged with Burglary; One Granted 100,000 Leones Bail After 39,870 Leones Stolen
By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S In a significant court session, two juveniles, Milford King and Nyakeh Lahai Kallon, appeared before Magistrate Sahr Kekura at Pademba Road Court No. 1, facing serious allegations of burglary and theft that could have lasting ramifications on their futures. The duo is charged with housebreaking and larceny, in violation of…
Ministry of Social Welfare Advocates for Disability Inclusion at Global Disability Summit 2025
By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S During the opening session of the Global Disability Summit 2025, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Social Welfare, Melrose Karminty, delivered a powerful address on behalf of her government, expressing deep appreciation for the event’s organizers, particularly the Global Disability Fund (GDF), for their steadfast commitment to enhancing disability inclusion on both…
Parliamentary Committee Issues Warning Over Illegitimate Quarry Operations in Port Loko and Tonkolili
By: Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S The Parliamentary Committee on Works and Public Assets, chaired by Hon. Bashiru Silikie, who also serves as Deputy Leader of Government Business, recently conducted an on-the-spot visit to quarries in the Port Loko and Tonkolili districts. Following the assessment, Hon. Silikie expressed mixed feelings regarding the operations of these quarries,…