Sierra Leone’s Transparency and Accountability Committee, led by Chief Whip Hon. Dickson Momoh Rogers, has demanded that the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE) office in Pujehun District account for millions of leones spent without proper documentation. The committee’s findings revealed that approximately 30 million old leones were withdrawn from the bank without…
US Ambassador Bryan Hunt has expressed his pleasure and extended congratulations to President Julius Maada Bio for the significant progress achieved by the Tripartite Committee. During a recent update session, Ambassador Hunt highlighted the commission’s impressive accomplishments and the national unity evident in its work. The Tripartite Committee, established to address critical national issues and…
The Bank of Sierra Leone has issued a public notice warning citizens about scammers. According to the notice, the Bank has become aware of WhatsApp group postings in Sierra Leone encouraging members to join a group for online foreign currency trading. The Bank cited sections of the Financial Services Act, urging the public to exercise…
A man identified as Mohamed Habib Bawoh was arrested around 5:00 am on Thursday, June 20, 2024, in possession of a locally made pistol, two single-barrel cartridges, and a knife. Bawoh, a resident of 24 Dama Road, was apprehended at the Dama Road checkpoint in Kenema during a routine search. The checkpoint officers discovered the…
Recent scrutiny by the Public Accounts Committee has highlighted concerns over Sierra Leone Commercial Bank’s (SLCB) loan practices, particularly regarding politically exposed persons (PEPs). An audit revealed loans totaling SLE 41,448,000 disbursed to PEPs by December 31, 2022, without clear policies in place. In response, Victor Thomas Biandoma, Esq., SLCB’s Director of Corporate Affairs, defended…
Sierra Leone’s Peace Ambassador, Alhaji Amadu Bah, also known as Boss LA, recently conducted a significant diplomatic visit to the Chinese Embassy in Freetown, the nation’s capital. During his visit, he met with Minister-counsellor Mr. Zhangdianbin and Political Director Mr. Liuwei, where they engaged in constructive discussions on strengthening ties between Sierra Leone and China….
Sierra Leone’s national football team, the Leone Stars, have surged from 126th to 122nd in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings following their impressive performance in June’s World Cup qualifiers. They garnered four points after defeating Djibouti 2-1 and holding Burkina Faso to a 1-1 draw. Liberia has also seen significant advancement, climbing 10 spots…
The National Protected Area Authority (NPAA) executed a raid on the Lake Sophon Mining area in Koinadugu District, Diang Chiefdom, led by Executive Director Mr. Thomas Faya Kamara, Deputy Mr. Dwight Sheriff, and their team, supported by security forces. This operation aimed to stop illegal mining activities threatening the lake, a vital national protected area….
In a national address, Dr. Samura Matthew Wilson Kamara, presidential candidate of the All Peoples Congress (APC), updated the nation on the Cross-Party Agreement for National Unity, co-signed by the APC and the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) government. This agreement aims to restore democracy after the contentious June 24, 2023, elections. Dr. Kamara greeted…
In a significant step towards electoral reform and national unity, Sierra Leone’s Government (GoSL) and the All Peoples Congress (APC) issued a joint statement yesterday outlining their commitment to cooperation and electoral justice. The Tripartite Committee, established under the Agreement for National Unity, released the statement highlighting key progress areas and future steps. Both parties…
