Local News

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S. The Supreme Court of Sierra Leone, presided over by Chief Justice Hon. Komba Kamanda, has delivered a unanimous ruling in the high-profile case of The State vs. former Sky Bank Manager Ikubolaji Nicol. According to a report by Awoko Newspaper, the court has directed the High Court to urgently resume…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Mortai Abdul Charles Sesay has been remanded at the Male Correctional Centre following his arraignment at Pademba Road Magistrate Court No. 1 on charges of burglary and malicious damage. The ruling was made by Magistrate Kakura on Tuesday, April 9, 2025. Sesay faces two counts: burglary, in violation of the…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S. The Chief Minister of Sierra Leone, Dr. David Moinina Sengeh, has convened key stakeholders to discuss the implementation of the WanGov and GoPay services, initiatives designed to enhance public sector reform. This effort aligns with President Julius Maada Bio’s Big Five Game Changers, aiming to revolutionize public service delivery across…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Tamba Solomon Jimmy, the newly appointed Local Unit Commander (LUC) for the Mano River Division, conducted an unannounced patrol of the Dukor border post on Friday, May 3, 2025. The operation aimed to enhance national security in the region. The patrol commenced at 10:30 AM,…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S Joseph Morlai Conteh, a Sierra Leonean national, is in dire need of a life-saving medical operation in Ghana following a diagnosis of severely damaged kidneys. Medical evaluations from several hospitals have confirmed that one of his kidneys has ceased functioning entirely. While a kidney transplant has been deemed unnecessary, doctors…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S The father of Patrick Kamara, a child found dead at Pentecostal Primary School, is calling for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his son’s death. He believes such an inquiry is essential for bringing peace to himself and other affected parents. In a statement filled with grief and frustration,…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S The Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE) has officially condemned recent misinformation circulating on social media regarding the alleged discontinuation of the new curriculum rollout for schools. The unfounded claim, which emerged earlier this month, stated: “The Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE) wishes to inform…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S A contingent of 38 officers from the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has returned home after successfully completing a peacekeeping mission in Somalia, contributing to international efforts aimed at restoring peace and stability in the East African nation. During a welcome and debriefing ceremony held at the Senior Police Officers’ Mess…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Octéa Limited, the parent company of Koidu Limited, has issued a formal threat of legal action against Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio. The company accuses Dr. Bio of unlawful interference, defamation, and incitement, claiming her actions have caused significant financial and reputational harm to both the company…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S. Musa Joseph Sesay, Human Resources Officer of Bloom Bank Sierra Leone Limited, and student Joshua Gbanyah appeared before Principal Magistrate Shar Kekura at the Freetown Magistrate Court No. 1 on multiple charges, including larceny by servant, obtaining money by false pretence, and document forgery. The allegations arise from an ongoing…