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By: Saidu Jalloh  In a significant development, the long-standing boundary dispute between the Kpetema and Benduma communities in Malegohun Chiefdom, Kenema District, has reached a peaceful resolution. On Friday, October 18, 2024, key stakeholders from both communities convened at the Peyama Town Barry to sign the historic Peyama Peace Accord (PPA), effectively ending a conflict…

By: Tommy Sidikie  On October 13, 2024, Zainab Donzo was arrested at the Jendema Customs Complex for allegedly attempting to transport illegal narcotics, specifically four wraps of cocaine, in a significant operation against drug trafficking in the region. The arrest was made by joint security forces stationed at the border during a routine inspection when…

By: Edrie Caleb John Emmanuel George, 47, appeared before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at Pademba Road Court No. 2 in Freetown on four counts of fraud-related charges, including conspiracy, obtaining money by false pretenses, fraudulent conversion, and unlawful possession. According to the charges, on 9th August 2024, at Hill Station in the western area of Freetown,…

By: Edrie Caleb John On Tuesday, 15th October 2024, a weekly press briefing was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Conference Room, where panelists discussed the ongoing transformation and digitalization in information sectors. Dr. Ibrahim Seaga Shaw, Chairman of the Right to Access Information Commission (RAIC), acknowledged the Minister of Information and Civic Education…

By: Tommy Sidikie  In a celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child, the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has launched a Cultural Heritage Club at Annie Walsh Memorial School in Freetown. This initiative aims to promote Sierra Leone’s rich cultural heritage and values among students. Founded in 1849, Annie Walsh Memorial School…

By: Edrie Caleb John In the matter before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at Pademba Road Court No. 2, Chobby Williamson appeared for trial on one count of shop breaking and larceny, contrary to Section 26(1) of the Larceny Act 1916. According to the particulars of the offense, Williamson allegedly broke into the shop of Aye Kamara…

By: Edrie Caleb John On Monday, October 14, 2024, significant progress was made in the murder trial of 23-year-old Ibrahim Samura, a tiller and motorbike rider, who appeared before Magistrate Sahr Kekura at Pademba Road Court No. 1 in Freetown. Samura faces charges of murder under Section 1 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861,…

By: Saidu Jalloh   Security forces stationed at the Gbalamuya Checkpoint intercepted and seized over 1,000 explosive devices on October 12, 2024, in collaboration with the National Revenue Authority’s (NRA) Anti-Smuggling Unit.  These explosive devices were handed over to Lieutenant Colonel John Kainessie, Commanding Officer of the 11th Infantry Battalion in Kambia, for protective custody. The…

By: Joseph Momoh  A significant milestone was achieved on October 12, 2024, in Cairo, with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Sierra Leone and Egypt aimed at enhancing cooperation in the fishing, aquaculture, and trading sectors. The agreement seeks to foster collaboration, promote sustainable practices, and leverage shared expertise for mutual benefit….

By: Saidu Jalloh  Police in Rutile have arrested 13 individuals for disorderly behavior that threatened the peace and tranquility of Lower Banta Chiefdom in Moyamba District. The arrests were ordered by Local Unit Commander (LUC), Superintendent O. S. Mansaray, on October 10, 2024. According to Rutile Police Media Officer Amara Kallon, the arrests followed a…