Justice Momoh-Jah Stevens Sentences Two Men to 120 Years Each for Treason
By Fatmata Lebbie
Sierra Leone High Court has sentenced Alie Badara Kanu, also known as “Captain Makeni,” and Thaimu Bangura to 120 years in prison each for treason and misprision of treason. The ruling was delivered by Justice Momoh-Jah Stevens on Monday, March 24, 2025.
The two men were found guilty of conspiring to overthrow the government, in violation of the Treason and State Offenses Act of 1963. Their actions were deemed a direct threat to national stability. Justice Stevens imposed consecutive sentences, emphasizing the gravity of the charges.
Treason is one of the most severe crimes in Sierra Leone, carrying harsh penalties to safeguard national security.
The judge’s ruling signals a firm stance by the judiciary in upholding the rule of law and deterring future threats against the state. Despite any mitigating arguments from the defense, the court ruled that the full force of the law was necessary in this case.
