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ACC IMPLEMENTS NEW WHISTLEBLOWER AND WITNESS PROTECTION REGULATIONS

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The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has put into effect new regulations aimed at protecting whistleblowers and witnesses who report corruption or provide evidence in corruption cases. The Whistleblower and Witness Protection Regulations, 2025, made under the Anti-Corruption Act, set out clear procedures for individuals who face threats, intimidation, or retaliation because they disclosed information in the…

MAYOR AKI-SAWYERR REJECTS LOCAL GOVERNMENT SUSPENSION OF FCC FINANCE OFFICER, CITES BREACH OF LAW

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Freetown Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr OBE has strongly challenged the Local Government Service Commission (LGSC) over the suspension of the Freetown City Council (FCC) Finance Officer, describing the action as unlawful, procedurally flawed, and disruptive to year-end financial operations. In a letter dated 5 January 2026 and addressed to the Acting Commissioner of the LGSC, the…