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The Riddle of the Siblings
You meet three siblings: Alex, Beth, and Charlie. You ask them, “Who is the oldest sibling?” Alex responds, “I am the oldest.”Beth replies, “I am not the oldest.”Charlie says, “It’s definitely not Beth.” Who is the oldest sibling? Think carefully before checking the answer!
Country Reports 1,378 Confirmed Mpox Cases Amid Ongoing Public Health Concerns
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope As of Sunday, May 4, 2025, Sierra Leone has recorded a total of 1,378 cumulative confirmed cases of Mpox. The National Public Health Agency (NPHA) reports that there are currently 1,074 active cases in the country. In the past 24 hours, 119 new cases were confirmed, while no recoveries…
School Principals Withdraw from WASSCE Amid WAEC Controversy
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, Daily Scope A coalition of school principals from across Sierra Leone has announced its decision to boycott the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), raising significant concerns about the operations of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC). In a formal letter dated April 25, 2025, the Coalition for Principals’…
MMTU Vice Chancellor Addresses Lecturer Concerns Amid Protest
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope The Vice Chancellor and Principal of Milton Margai Technical University (MMTU), Professor Philip John Kanu, addressed faculty concerns during a meeting on May 2, 2025, following a peaceful protest by lecturers at the Ministry of Technical and Higher Education. The protest was sparked by allegations that the lecturers had…
Footballer Mohamed Kamara Charged in Kush Drug Case
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S Professional footballer Mohamed Kamara was remanded in custody following his appearance before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at Pademba Road Court No. 2 last Wednesday. Kamara faces five charges related to the unlawful possession and handling of the prohibited substance known as Kush. The specific charges include collecting, transporting, exposing, dealing in,…
Government Delegation Engages Local Leaders in Koindu Over Yenga Border Dispute
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, Daily Scope Kailahun District, May 3, 2025 – A high-powered delegation of government officials and regional stakeholders visited Koindu Town in Kissi Teng Chiefdom on Saturday to address the long-standing border dispute concerning Yenga, a territory claimed by both Sierra Leone and Guinea. The visit follows rising tensions between the youth…
Parliament Enacts Professional Social Workers Regulatory Council Act 2025
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S The Parliament of Sierra Leone has officially enacted the “Professional Social Workers Regulatory Council Act 2025.” The law was passed on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, following extensive amendments and discussions. Presented by Hon. Abdul Sullaman Marray, Chairman of the Legislative Committee, the bill was initially introduced on April 24, 2025….
Mayor Aki-Sawyerr and CRS Donate Cleaning Equipment to Kroo Bay Community
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Freetown Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, in collaboration with Catholic Relief Services (CRS), has donated essential cleaning equipment and tricycles to the Kroo Bay Community to bolster waste management efforts. The donation includes shovels, rakes, boots, face masks, gloves, and two motorized tricycles. As part of the initiative, six local youths will…
Mile 91 Police Seize 16 Bundles of Cannabis, Two Arrested
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S On Sunday, April 27, 2025, personnel from the Mile 91 Police Division arrested two individuals and seized 16 bundles of dried leaves suspected to be Cannabis Sativa in Makondu village, Yoni Mabanta Chiefdom, Northern District of Tonkolili. Acting on intelligence and under the supervision of Local Unit Commander, Superintendent Ishmael…
Speaker Thomas Declares MPs’ Absenteeism a Crisis, Calls for Immediate Reform
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Hon. Segepoh Solomon Thomas, Speaker of Parliament, has expressed deep concerns over the habitual absence and tardiness of Members of Parliament, describing it as a long-standing issue that undermines the integrity and efficiency of the legislative process. During a recent session, Hon. Thomas criticized MPs for their consistent lateness and…