Politics
APC Faces Suspension Today if NLe350,000 Fine is Unpaid
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S The All People’s Congress (APC) is at risk of suspension from electoral activities unless it pays an outstanding fine of NLe350,000 by today, February 11, 2026. The warning comes from the Political Parties Regulatory Commission (PPRC), which has stated that the APC failed to settle the fine despite repeated notifications….
Jagaban Invests in Baptist School with NLe 500,000 Contribution
By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. Reporter Sheikh Alhaji Mohamed “Omodu” Kamara, the APC flagbearer aspirant known as Jagaban, has reaffirmed his dedication to education through a significant investment in Baptist School. The initiative includes a NLe 500,000 donation, ten computers, and lunch for the students. This generous contribution, aimed at enhancing the educational environment for pupils…
Strengthening Ties: Sierra Leone and UAE Collaborate on Skills Training for Job Creation
By Kadijatu Bangura Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 5, 2026 – At the World Government Summit in Dubai, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Employment, Labour and Social Security, Hon. Mohamed Rahman Swaray, engaged in key discussions with His Excellency Dr. Abdulrahman Abdulmannan Al Awar, UAE Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation. Minister Swaray expressed gratitude for…
APC Secretary General Released Amidst Threat of Parliamentary Boycott
By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. ReporterFebruary 5, 2026 Members of Parliament from Sierra Leone’s main opposition party, the All People’s Congress (APC), threatened a parliamentary boycott earlier today in response to the detention of their Secretary General, Lansana Dumbuya. However, Dumbuya was released from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) shortly after, following a period of questioning…
SierraTel Workers Denounce Unpaid Salaries of NLe326 Million Amid Presidential Directive
By Kadijatu Bangura, Staff Reporter Employees and retirees of Sierra Leone Telecommunications Company (SierraTel) are alleging that the state-owned telecom operator has disregarded a presidential directive to settle over NLe326 million in unpaid salaries and staff benefits, issued several months ago. The directive, reported by Truth Media, followed an advocacy letter from Abdul Fatoma, Executive…
APC’s Richard Konteh Blasts NPRA Chief Over Misleading Fuel Price Claims
By Joseph Momoh, Staff Reporter Richard Konteh, an aspirant for the All People’s Congress (APC) flagbearer position, has accused the Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum Regulatory Agency (NPRA) of misleading the public regarding the recent fuel price increase. Konteh refuted the NPRA’s assertion that the fuel pump price rose by only Le1.10, calling the…
PPRC Fines APC NLe350,000 for Inflammatory Rally Remarks
By Kadijatu Bangura, Staff Reporter In a decisive effort to uphold political decorum, the Political Parties Regulation Commission (PPRC) has imposed a fine of NLe350,000 on the opposition All People’s Congress (APC) for inflammatory statements made during a recent rally. On February 2, 2026, the PPRC announced that the fines are a result of violations…
Thank you for the memories. You’ll never be forgotten
The death is reported of Ms Aminata Turay, which sad event took place on 20th/12/25Born on 12th/4/2000Age: 25 yrs Funeral arrangements will be announced laterSympathizers may visit her former resident at #7 Richard Caulker Drive Hamilton.May her soul rest in perfect peace.
Sierra Leone Secures €13.5 Million from EU for Development Initiatives
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S Freetown, Sierra Leone — The Government of Sierra Leone has successfully secured a budget support package of €13.5 million from the European Union (EU) through its EU Nature Nourishes Programme. This funding, approximately equivalent to Le 351 million, aims to bolster the nation’s development priorities across several critical sectors. The…
China and UNICEF Collaborate to Improve Newborn and Child Health in Sierra Leone
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The National Revenue Authority (NRA) has taken a significant leap towards modernizing tax collection in Sierra Leone by introducing digital tax filing and mobile payment systems. Commissioner General Jeneba Bangura made the announcement during the Civic Festival, highlighting the benefits of the Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS), which enables…