By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. Correspondent The All Peoples Congress (APC) has officially postponed its upcoming ward elections, attributing the decision to significant financial shortages and logistical hurdles that hinder the electoral process. In a letter issued on February 10, 2026, the party’s Internal Elections Management Committee (IEMC) announced that the elections, previously set for February…
The death is announced of our beloved son, husband, brother, father and friend Mr Elijah Brian Ayodele Williams Pratt, commonly called Father of Hastings Timber- ground which took place on the 9th February 2026.Age: 40 years.Funeral arrangements will be announced later.Sympathizers may call at Hastings Timber-ground or call on +233243132/ +232218821.May his soul rest in…
Obituary Announcement. The death is announce of the late Mr. Desmond Junior Leigh (commonly known as Cocobeh). He’s survive by his wife Mrs. Christian Leigh. Children Desmonda Orehdollar Leigh, Shekuba Kabba and Kabineh Kabba.Born on 13th September 1969Died on 5th February 2026.Age 56 years. Sympathize may call at 60 Liverpool street Freetown.Funeral arrangement will be…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S State House, Freetown, February 10, 2026 President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has received Dr. Elsiddig Mohamed Rahma, the newly appointed Executive Director of the African Development Bank (AfDB), during a courtesy visit at State House. Joining them was Dr. Halima Yusuf Hashi, the outgoing Country Manager, marking her departure from…
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Despite generating between $7 million and $9 million annually, Sierra Leone’s government has failed to receive any revenue from its lucrative e-passport contract, according to a recent report by the Institute for Governance Reform (IGR). Citizens are charged some of the highest fees in West Africa for travel documents, yet…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S Sierra Leone’s government suffered a loss of approximately $875,500 in 2025 due to absenteeism and fraud linked to the West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) entry process, according to Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education, Conrad Sackey. The government finances $25 per candidate to sit the exam, leading…
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….
It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of our dearly beloved mother, sister, Aunty and friend late Mrs. Joy-Ann Labour, a fellow Conventonian (Class of 80’s) also an employee of NASSIT. This sad event took place yesterday 8th February 2026 at the 34 Military Hospital.Funeral arrangements will be announced later.Sympathizers may call…
By Joseph Momoh, D.S. Reporter The Transnational Organized Crime Unit (TOCU) has apprehended six Liberian nationals linked to an international fraud scheme associated with QNet. The arrests took place on January 14, 2026, following a formal complaint that triggered an investigation. Among those detained are Darius Manley, Felicia Kuwana, Magret Wantoo, and others, who are…
By Joseph Momoh, D.S. Reporter Freetown, February 9, 2026 – The Hon. Speaker of Sierra Leone’s Parliament, Segepoh Solomon Thomas, received a distinguished award from the ECOWAS Court of Justice during a courtesy visit from a high-level delegation today. This recognition highlights his unwavering support for regional judicial cooperation coinciding with the Court’s 50th anniversary….
