Freetown, Sierra Leone – Friday, 13th February 2026In a developing story that has raised serious concerns within the political landscape of Sierra Leone, Dr. Ibrahim Bangura, a flagbearer aspirant for the All Peoples Congress (APC), has publicly expressed his alarm over the detention of Lansana Dumbuya, the party’s National Secretary General. Dumbuya was remanded to…
Heirs Holdings Appoints Two New Non-Executive Directors Leading pan-African investment company, Heirs Holdings, has announced the appointment of Obinna Ufudo and Sola Yomi-Ajayi as Non-Executive Directors. The new directors bring extensive expertise in finance, energy, governance, and global markets, and their appointments demonstrate Heirs Holdings’ ongoing commitment to strong corporate governance. Sola Yomi-Ajayi has over…
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…
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…
