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🇸🇱 SECURITY UPDATE: JOINT FORCES ON THE MOVE
The Sierra Leone Police and the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces have officially launched a joint patrol across key locations in Freetown and beyond.
From Waterloo to Calaba Town, Up Gun Roundabout, Lumley, Portee, and Ferry Junction security presence has been strengthened to ensure peace, stability, and public safety.
This coordinated operation sends a clear message: Sierra Leone 🇸🇱 remains united, vigilant, and committed to preventing any form of unrest or unlawful activity.
Stay calm. Stay alert. Support the peace.

🚨🚨Safeguarding Sierra Leone's Future: An Urgent Call for State House Intelligence Reform🚨🚨
In an era where national security and governmental integrity are paramount, recent revelations have cast a spotlight on critical vulnerabilities within Sierra Leone's State House. A compelling audio message has brought to the fore serious concerns regarding the efficacy of the State House Intelligence Unit and the alarming leakage of sensitive information, posing a direct threat to the nation's stability and progress.

The core of the issue lies in the alleged ineffectiveness of the State House Intelligence Unit. Established to gather vital intelligence and preempt security breaches, the unit is reportedly failing in its fundamental duties. This perceived operational lapse creates a dangerous vacuum, allowing crucial information to fall into the wrong hands.

More troubling are the accusations of widespread information leakage. Sensitive government data, intended to remain confidential, is reportedly being divulged to opposition figures, particularly within the All People's Congress (APC), and to various media outlets. Such leaks not only compromise strategic governmental operations but also erode public trust and fuel political discord.

The audio further points to an
entrenched network of individuals within the State House, some of whom are long-serving civil servants with historical ties to previous administrations, including the APC. These individuals are allegedly being financially incentivized by opposition stakeholders, receiving payments of up to 10,000 units of currency per month to act as conduits for classified information. This situation highlights a profound crisis of loyalty and raises questions about the vetting processes for personnel in sensitive government positions.

The implications of these leaks are far-reaching. They not only undermine the current administration of President Julius Maada Bio and the Sierra Leone People's Party (SLPP) but also jeopardize the nation's security. The speaker in the audio emphasizes that these actions are not merely political maneuvering but a direct threat to the lives and livelihoods of those working to advance the government's agenda. The sentiment is clear: such disloyalty, driven by short-term financial gains, puts the entire system at risk.

An Urgent Call for Reform

The audio message concludes with an impassioned plea for immediate and comprehensive reform of the State House Intelligence Unit. It calls upon key figures, including the First Lady, the Vice President, President Julius Maada Bio himself, and the Chief Minister, to address these critical shortcomings. The comparison to the Office of National Security (ONS), which is lauded for its effectiveness, serves as a benchmark for the necessary improvements.

This situation demands urgent attention. The integrity of Sierra Leone's governance and the security of its people depend on a robust and trustworthy intelligence apparatus. Reforming the State House Intelligence Unit and rooting out sources of information leakage are not just administrative tasks; they are essential steps towards safeguarding the nation's future and ensuring the successful implementation of the government's development agenda.

🇸🇱 Salone Voices, Global Impact 🌍
From the streets of Freetown to the global stage in New York City, Sierra Leone is showing up strong!
At the high level United Nations Economic and Social Council, Youth Minister Ibrahim Sannoh alongside Presidential Youth Advisor Desmond Pessima are carrying the voice of the nation with pride.
This is more than representation it’s a clear signal that Sierra Leone is investing in its youth, pushing innovation, and embracing inclusive development on the world stage.
The future is young, bold, and Sierra Leonean!

Strengthening Global Ties 🇸🇱🤝🌍
His Excellency Julius Maada Bio has officially received letters of credence from five newly appointed ambassadors and one High Commissioner at State House in Freetown.
The ceremony, graced by Foreign Affairs Minister Timothy Musa Kabba, marks another important step in deepening Sierra Leone’s diplomatic relations and global cooperation.
As new representatives take up their roles, expectations are high for stronger partnerships, development opportunities, and international collaboration.
The world is watching Salone is open for engagement!

Justice or Lesson? The Sentence of Zainab Sheriff
The sentencing of Zainab Sheriff has sparked conversations across the country. For some, it is justice finally taking its course. For others, it raises deeper questions about fairness, accountability, and the future we are building as a nation.
This moment is bigger than one individual it is about the system, the law, and the message we send to society.
Are we satisfied with the outcome? Or should this be a wake up call for stronger values and responsibility?
Let’s talk: Justice served or more to be done?

A high stakes political moment is unfolding in Sierra Leone following a crucial meeting between the All People’s Congress and international Moral Guarantors.
Led by Ambassador Dr. Alhaji Osman Foday Yansaneh and Lawyer Lansana Dumbuya, the APC sent a strong message: the Tripartite process is losing credibility, and this may be the “last window” for meaningful action. The party raised serious concerns over electoral appointments, legal pressures on opposition supporters, and delays around key national processes like the census issues they say could impact the integrity of the 2028 elections.
Voices like Dr. Kaifala Marrah, Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, and Hon. Abdul Kargbo reinforced concerns about transparency and fairness, stressing that lasting peace must be built on justice and a credible electoral system.
In response, H.E. Fatoumata Jallow Tambajang assured that all concerns will be carefully reviewed, emphasizing accountability and dialogue as the way forward.
With another decisive meeting set for April 16, all eyes are now on what comes next in shaping the country’s political stability.
Drop your comment below 👇🏽

Sierra Leone Reaffirms Commitment to Ending Child Marriage
The recent visit of the UNFPA UNICEF Global Programme to End Child Marriage to Sierra Leone marks a powerful step forward in the global fight to protect the rights and future of young girls.
Welcomed at the highest level, this visit is more than symbolic it reflects a deep, shared commitment to ending child marriage and creating a safer, more empowering environment for every girl in the country. For Sierra Leone, this is not just a policy issue, but a national priority driven by passion and purpose.
Through impactful initiatives like the Hands Off Our Girls Campaign, the nation continues to take bold action in promoting education, protecting dignity, and ensuring that girls are given the opportunity to grow, thrive, and achieve their full potential.
This engagement further strengthens partnerships and renews the urgency to act. It sends a clear and unified message: the time to end child marriage is now.
Sierra Leone stands firm not only in commitment, but in leadership championing a future where every girl is safe, educated, and empowered.

⚡🇸🇱 BIG ENERGY BOOST FOR SIERRA LEONE!
The Nant Energy Project has hit a major milestone as the first turbine lands in Freetown over the weekend a strong step forward in solving our electricity challenges.
This project is expected to start power generation in 2027, bringing more stable and reliable electricity to homes, businesses, and industries across the country.
Funded by the 🇺🇸 U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, this initiative shows growing international confidence in Sierra Leone’s future and highlights the power of partnership and investment.
More light means: Better business growth
Improved living conditions
Stronger economic development
Sierra Leone is moving forward one step at a time!
What do you think? Will this project finally improve electricity in Salone? Drop your comment below 👇🏽

The Chief’s Diary: Protecting What Protects Us 🇸🇱
Sometimes, you don’t just visit a place you feel it. The Gola-Tiwai Complex is more than a destination; it’s a reminder of the beauty Sierra Leone holds. From peaceful forest walks to rare wildlife sightings, nature speaks in ways words cannot.
But beyond the beauty lies a message: what we do to nature, we do to ourselves. Polluted rivers, destroyed wetlands, and careless mining don’t just harm the environment they come back to affect our food, our homes, and our future.
This is why the vision to put Sierra Leone back on the map is not just about development it’s about sustainable progress, where nature and growth go hand in hand.
Let’s protect our environment today, so it can protect us tomorrow.
Salone sweet, but na we for keep am so. 🇸🇱