SLP Authorize LPP Political Engagements The Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has officially granted permission to the Liberation People’s Party (LPP) to conduct a series of political community meetings across Bo District and the Western Urban District from October 9 through October 11, 2026. The authorization comes in response to a formal request submitted by the LPP leadership on October 6. Confirmation was detailed in an official correspondence issued by Police Headquarters in Fre

Officer Resigns After 23 Years Without Promotion Police Constable Lucinda N. Dick has submitted her resignation from the Sierra Leone Police after nearly 23 years in service without receiving a single promotion. In a formal letter dated October 8, 2026, addressed to the Human Resources Department at Police Headquarters on George Street, Freetown, Constable Dick stated she has remained at the entry rank of constable since enlisting on December 13, 2003. Citing total lack of ca

Minister Urges Sustainable Funding Plan for Sierra Leone Broadcaster Deputy Minister of Information and Civic Education Bockarie Abdel Aziz Bawoh has called for a reliable, long-term funding framework for the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC), emphasizing that adequate financing is essential for the public broadcaster to fulfill its national mandate. Speaking on Thursday at a national conference titled “Ring-Fencing Funding for the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corpora

Lawyers' Society Calls For Unconditional Release of Joseph Kamara The Lawyers’ Society has called upon the Supreme Court of Sierra Leone to immediately and unconditionally release former Attorney-General and Minister of Justice Joseph F. Kamara, urging the bench to reconsider ongoing contempt proceedings against him. In an official statement released on October 9, 2026, the legal association voiced deep concern over Kamara’s sudden detention following the court's contempt cit

PLB Inspects Diamond Stars’ Home Ground in Koidu The Sierra Leone Premier League Board (PLB) has inspected the Koidu Community Football Field, home venue of Diamond Stars FC, to assess its suitability for hosting Premier League matches. The inspection was conducted earlier on Thursday by PLB Chairman Osman Tommy and Competition Officer Sahr Paul Komba, who is currently serving as Acting Secretary General of the Board. The exercise forms part of the PLB’s efforts to ensure tha