Audit Reveals Ghost Workers Costing Sierra Leone Millions

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S The 2023 Audit Report by the Audit Service Sierra Leone (ASSL) has uncovered substantial instances of ghost workers across various government departments, including the Office of the Vice President, the Sierra Leone Police, and the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources. These discrepancies have led to significant financial losses, exacerbating…

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FCC Backs ACC in Major Public Funds Probe

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S In an exclusive interview with Daily Scope Newspaper, the management of the Freetown City Council (FCC) expressed their unwavering support for the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) investigation into the alleged diversion of public funds by Council staff. The investigation has garnered significant attention following the revelation of a corruption scandal involving…

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British High Commissioner and Police Chief Discuss Security Issues

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S On March 4, 2025, Her Excellency Josephine Gauld, the British High Commissioner to Sierra Leone, visited Inspector General of Police Mr. William Fayia Sellu at the Police Headquarters on George Street, Freetown. The meeting aimed to strengthen diplomatic relations and enhance collaboration between the British High Commission and the Sierra…

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Sierra Leone and IITA Partner to Tackle Food Insecurity

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S The Government of Sierra Leone has joined forces with the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) to transform the nation’s agricultural landscape and address food insecurity challenges. This strategic collaboration aims to revamp Sierra Leone’s agricultural sector by enhancing research partnerships, adopting innovative agricultural technologies, and mobilizing resources to promote…

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Minister Bah Visits Creative Hub Africa to Support Entrepreneurs

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Sierra Leone’s Minister of Communication Technology and Innovation, Salima Monorma Bah, visited Creative Hub Africa (CHA) on Monday to gain firsthand insight into the initiatives of local entrepreneurs and innovators. The visit took place at CHA’s location on Freetown Road, opposite the Lumley Police Station, and underscored the hub’s vital…

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