By Matilda Ajuah Kpaka The Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone has expressed grave concern over what it describes as the growing and persistent failure of the Sierra Leone Police to execute valid court orders, warning that the trend threatens the rule of law and undermines judicial authority. Speaking at a press conference held on…
The High Court sitting in Kono District, presided over by Justice Santigie Bangura, has delivered a series of tough sentences in separate drug-related and sexual offence cases, signaling a firm judicial stance against rising criminal activities in the region. In one of the cases, the court convicted and sentenced Yayah Bah to 20 years imprisonment…
Ibrahim Bockarie, aged 35, was reportedly found dead on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at his family’s residence in Benduma village, Jawei Chiefdom, Kailahun District. His body was discovered in a room, with blood stains and a kitchen knife nearby, suggesting a tragic incident involving his throat being slashed. The deceased, identified as Ibrahim Bockarie, had…
At least seven members of a Nigerian Government Protection Agency are missing after Boko Haram insurgents ambushed their convoy in Shiroro, Niger State. The convoy, consisting of 80 security personnel protecting the power network, was attacked on Monday by about 200 fighters. Babawale Afolabi, a spokesperson for the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, confirmed…
By Reginald Brian Ojukutu Sawyerr The Sierra Leone U-20 national football team has been drawn into Group A of the 2025 TotalEnergies U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), following the official draw conducted today in Cairo, Egypt. The group includes host nation Egypt, Zambia, South Africa, and Tanzania—setting the stage for a highly competitive opening…
“Since 2018 we have respected the rule of law. If the court has decided this, we will not arm twist the court. We accept it, we are satisfied. You heard the President yesterday, we respect the rule of law,” Tarawally said.
The Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) is gearing up to participate in the Second Edition of the African Military Games, scheduled to take place in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital. Out of the 42 countries expected to participate in the 2nd edition of the African Military Games in Abuja 2024, 27 have already indicated their…
Written By: Edward Dictionary Caulker On Tuesday, July 9th, 2024, Deputy Minister of Transport and Aviation Rex Bhonapha presented the Concession Agreement between the Government of Sierra Leone and the Gento Group of Companies to Parliament. The agreement outlines plans for a seaport development encompassing design, financing, construction, and operation on Banana Island’s Dublin and…
Sierra Leone Premier League side Kallon FC is set to travel to Nigeria to compete in the 2024 edition of the COAL CITY INTERNATIONAL CUP. The Cavaliers will face off against topflight clubs from various countries in the sub-region. Enugu, Nigeria, is preparing to host the inaugural edition of this prestigious international pre-season football tournament…
By: James Kamara-Manneh The opposition All People’s Congress (APC) has, in a press release dated 29th April 2026, announced that its elected officials will return to Parliament and local councils, ending months of boycott in line with a communiqué issued by international partners following a joint assessment mission in Sierra Leone. In a press statement,…
