You will always be remembered (R.I.P)

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…

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President Bio Welcomes New AfDB Executive Director, Highlights Economic Success

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…

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Sierra Leone’s Passport System: $9 Million Generated, Little for the Government

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…

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Sierra Leone Loses $875,000 to WASSCE Absenteeism in 2025

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…

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Till We Meet Again (R.I.P)

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…

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Six Arrested in QNET Fraud Scheme Linked to Fake Travel to Canada

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…

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ECOWAS Court Honors Speaker Thomas for Judicial Support

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….

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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…

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Transforming Lives: MAPCO’s EU-Funded Project Boosts Rural Loans from 10,000 to 76,000 Leones

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S Bumpeh, Sierra Leone On January 28, 2026, the Movement for Assistance and Promotion of Rural Communities (MAPCO) celebrated the closure of its transformative project aimed at enhancing the capacity of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Sierra Leone. The event marked the successful conclusion of an initiative funded by the European…

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