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By Saidu Jalloh,Daily Scope Reporter A mudslide at the FB Group construction site in Lungi has killed two workers and left two others critically injured, raising fresh concerns over safety at the multi-million dollar International Conference Centre project. The incident occurred Wednesday during underground pipe installation at the complex near Lungi International Airport. Four workers…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter Sierra Leone’s organized labour has made a direct appeal to President Julius Maada Bio to withhold assent from the newly passed Constitutional Amendment Bill, warning that key provisions undermine democracy and public trust. In a formal letter dated 13 August 2026 to State House, the Sierra Leone Labour Congress…

By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter The European Union Delegation in Sierra Leone has initiated direct talks with the leadership of the opposition All People’s Congress amid rising political tension over the Constitution of Sierra Leone (Amendment) Bill, 2025. In a statement released Thursday, 13 August 2026, the EU described the engagement as a “rich…

OBITUARY ANNOUNCEMENT IN LOVING MEMORY OFMR. NASIRU KALLON With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved brother, friend, and fellow Academician, Mr. Nasiru Kallon. Sunrise: 5th September 1963.Sunset on Tuesday, 11th August 2026.Aged 61 years. Mr. Kallon was a proud member of the Albert Academy Alumni Association, National Chapter – 80s & 90s…

In Loving Memory. With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, aunty, sister and friend Madam Adijatu Iyabor Kupratu Adeleye.She departed this life on Saturday, 9th August 2026.Died at 69 years. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, 23rd August 2026.At Winners Chapel International,BoTime: 1pm.Interment: Bo CKC cemeteryFurther information will be announced…

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved father, uncle, and brother Engr. Olufemi Elkanah During.He departed this life on Wednesday, 22nd July 2026, at the age of 52 years. Funeral Service Details: For further information, please contact:+232 76 712448 / +232 76 770699. May his soul rest in perfect…

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Madiana Sillah, who sadly passed away on 10th August 2026 in Freetown.Age: 32 years. Her passing is a painful loss to her family, loved ones, friends, and all those who knew and cherished her. She will be remembered for the memories,…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The Sierra Leone Police have destroyed two full containers of seized narcotics and pharmaceutical drugs in Freetown, as authorities step up efforts to cut off drug trafficking networks. The exercise took place on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at the Transnational Organised Crime Unit (TOCU) headquarters in Hastings. Police said…

Hon. Comrade Alpha SesayAttorney-General & Minister of JusticeRepublic of Sierra LeoneConstitutional Reform Beyond Political Convenience: Reflections on the Cowan Constitutional Review Commission and the Constitutional Amendment Bill 2026Dear Hon. Comrade Attorney-General & Minister of Justice,I hope this rather long letter finds you well.I have chosen to preface my substantive contribution to the ongoing national debate…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter A 22-year-old woman from Anderlecht has been arrested at Brussels Airport in Belgium after allegedly attempting to remove two suitcases containing approximately 51 kilograms of cocaine from the airport’s baggage hall. The woman was arrested on July 31, according to reports by Belgian media outlets VRT NWS and Het…