APC Officials Put Forth Legal Challenges Over Acting Mayor Nomination at FCC Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr has formally contested the legal validity of the purported nomination of an Acting Mayor by councillors representing the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) within the Freetown City Council. The news had been disclosed by SLPP National Publicity Secretary, Moses Mambu during an interview at AYV this afternoon, who confirmed that the nominee will be presented to both party lead

Two Mena Queens FC Players Join National U-17 Team In a significant milestone for Mena Queens FC, Bintu Jalloh and Memunatu Bangura have been formally invited to the Sierra Leone Women's U-17 National Team training camp. Their selection follows a series of standout performances on the domestic circuit, reflecting the rigorous development and competitive excellence fostered within the club. This national recognition serves as a testament to their individual dedication and the

Defendant Saio Dauda Remanded in Case of Alleged Charcoal Theft Proceedings commenced with testimony from Baindu Yamie, a businesswoman, regarding the alleged theft by the defendant, Saio Dauda. Ms. Yamie stated that on the evening of Friday, February 20, 2026, she transported a consignment of charcoal into Freetown but lacked immediate secure storage.  The defendant, Mr. Dauda, subsequently offered a storage location. Ms. Yamie secured the consignment, entrusted the primary

Dispute Over Freetown Property: Plaintiff Claims $10,000 in Unfulfilled Transaction In a significant development in a high-profile land dispute, Marie Sesay, the plaintiff and niece of Dr. Richard Konteh, provided testimony before the Freetown High Court. Ms. Sesay presented various receipts and bank statements to corroborate her claim that she transferred a total of $10,000 to the defendant’s United States bank account. According to the testimony, these funds were designated

USL Teaching Hospitals Complex Celebrates 10th Anniversary The University of Sierra Leone Teaching Hospitals Complex (USLTHC) has formally commemorated its tenth anniversary, a significant milestone that underscores a decade of dedicated service in advancing medical education and clinical healthcare standards within the nation. Reflecting on the institution's trajectory since its inception, Dr. Sonia Spencer, Chairperson of the USLTHC, addressed the foundational challenges fa