In 2015, under the APC government of former President Ernest Bai Koroma, I was arrested in what I can only describe as a grave abuse of state power. With the cooperation of willing hands within the system, I was denied bail and confined to Pademba Road Prison. Constitutional principles were set aside. Justice was distorted….
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…
By Sheriff Mahmud IsmailLagos – 11 February, 2026 – On a humid Lagos evening, where the Atlantic breeze sweeps gently across the glass towers and neon-lit boulevards of Victoria Island, the Delborough Hotel shimmered with quiet prestige. Long known as one of the city’s most exclusive addresses, the hotel, with its polished marble interiors, soft…
By Teddy Joseph Brima 9th February 2026 Eden College is proud to announce that it has officially received Provisional Accreditation from the National Council for Technical, Vocational and Other Academic Awards (NCTVA). This significant milestone marks a major step forward in the institution’s commitment to delivering higher-quality education and skills-based training aligned with the national…
By Abu Bakarr Kargbo The 26th Batch Chinese Medical Team successfully conducted an on-site First Aid Training Programme for staff of UNICEF Sierra Leone at the UNICEF Head Office in Freetown on Monday. This vital two-day training aims to equip participants with essential first aid skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), trauma first aid, and emergency…
By Mohamed Jawara Popular Sierra Leonean female artist Mariatu Kamara, widely known as M2, has officially announced the release of her 13th studio album, marking a historic milestone in the country’s music industry. The announcement was made during a well-attended press conference held on Monday, 9th February 2026, at Cubanna Bar (formerly Salone Bar) in…
Orange Deepens Collaboration With Media On Friday, February 6, 2026, Orange Sierra Leone (OSL) proudly hosted its annual media engagement event at its headquarters located at No. 1 Alpha Wurie Drive, Hill Station, Freetown. Under the theme “Connecting with the Media, Sharing Our Story,” the gathering attracted a diverse group of media professionals, including owners,…
Newton Poultry To Produce 22,000 Eggs Daily Under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Henry Musa Kpaka, the Minister of Agriculture, Sierra Leone is on the cusp of a significant transformation in its agricultural sector. The government’s initiative, “Di Feed Salone,” prioritizes local food production and aims to enhance the country’s self-sufficiency, particularly in essential commodities…
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA), has announced the appointment of Loknath Mishra as Chief Executive Officer of UBA UK.The appointment which takes effect from February 2nd, 2026, reinforces the Group’s commitment to strengthening its international footprint and enhancing its role as a key financial bridge between Africa and the world. As CEO…
Dr. Ibrahim Bangura has expressed deep concern about the arrest and continued detention of APC Secretary General Lansana Dumbuya, which followed remarks made by Dumbuya at a recent party meeting. Bangura condemned the action and stated that he is actively working with party leadership and other flagbearer candidates to ensure Dumbuya’s immediate release. “I strongly…
