67 of 71 Disasters in 2025 Tied to Fire Incidents, NDMA Issues Urgent Warning

By: Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) has issued a stark warning following a dramatic increase in fire-related incidents across Sierra Leone. In the first quarter of 2025, 67 out of 71 recorded disasters were attributed to fire outbreaks, representing an alarming 94% of all reported incidents. This concerning statistic…

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NMSA Issues Strong Warning Against Sale of Free Health Care Drugs to Protect Public Access

By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S The Managing Director of the National Medical Supplies Agency (NMSA), Jatu J. Abdulai, has issued a stern warning that anyone caught selling drugs under the Free Health Care initiative will face legal repercussions. During a media briefing at the NMSA’s headquarters in Murray Town, Freetown, Abdulai emphasized the significance of…

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Police Uncover Major Cannabis Farm in Bo District During Joint Operation

By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S The Sierra Leone Police have uncovered a substantial cannabis farm in Kpatema Village, Kpadebu Section, Kakua Chiefdom, Bo District, following a joint operation involving officers from the Operations Support Division (OSD) and Bo West Division. This operation aimed to eradicate illegal drug activities in the region. Reports indicate that the…

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Sierra Leone and Guinea Enhance Border Clarity with New Documentation

By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S Sierra Leone and Guinea have submitted legal, administrative, and cartographic documents to clarify their land and maritime boundaries, with support from the German Cooperation through GIZ under the African Union Border Program (AUBP). The documentation was presented during the Third Joint Technical Commission meetings held in Kailahun District from March…

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First Lady Fatima Bio and St. Joseph’s Convent Alumni Forge Plans Ahead of 160th Anniversary

By: Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S First Lady Fatima Bio held a strategic meeting with the alumni of St. Joseph’s Convent Secondary School in Freetown at her Goderich office on April 1, 2025, to discuss the school’s future and upcoming initiatives. During the meeting, alumni provided insights into their preparations for the school’s 160th Anniversary Celebration,…

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Youth Charged with Burglary; One Granted 100,000 Leones Bail After 39,870 Leones Stolen

By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S In a significant court session, two juveniles, Milford King and Nyakeh Lahai Kallon, appeared before Magistrate Sahr Kekura at Pademba Road Court No. 1, facing serious allegations of burglary and theft that could have lasting ramifications on their futures. The duo is charged with housebreaking and larceny, in violation of…

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