SLBA Congratulates New Electoral Commissioner, Urges Impartiality The Sierra Leone Bar Association (SLBA) has issued a statement congratulating Edmond Alpha on his appointment as the new Chief Electoral Commissioner (CEC) of Sierra Leone. This appointment followed a consultative process involving leaders from 12 of the 14 registered political parties. In its press release dated 21 February 2026, the SLBA acknowledged Alpha's appointment, made pursuant to Section 32(3) of the

Lawyers Demand Reversal of Rushed Alpha Electoral Appointment The Lawyers’ Society has issued a strong condemnation of the appointment of Edmond Alpha as Chief Electoral Commissioner, calling for its immediate rescission. The society characterized the appointment process as unduly rushed and lacking adequate consultation, asserting that it fundamentally compromises democratic principles and risks eroding public trust in the integrity of forthcoming elections. In a formal stat

Police Wives President Concludes Nationwide Engagement Tour Mrs. Matilda Doris Sellu, President of the Police Wives Association (PWA), has successfully concluded a comprehensive nationwide tour of police barracks, encompassing provincial locations and the Western Area, including Police Headquarters in Kingtom. The tour, conducted from February 9 to 20, 2026, aimed to brief police personnel and their spouses on the developmental achievements realised under her leadership since

Brima's Brace Inspires Riga FC Women's Dominant Season Opener Sierra Leone international forward Kumba Zainab Brima delivered a stellar performance, inspiring Riga FC Women to a decisive start in the new season with a two-goal contribution against FC Flora Women in the Latvian Women’s League opener. Brima commenced the campaign in emphatic fashion, netting a clinical brace that underscored her attacking proficiency and composure. From the outset, the Sierra Leonean forward ex

Second Blaze Destroys Nyapui School Hall, Intensifying Safety Concerns A second fire in one month has severely impacted the prestigious Nyapui School of Excellence for Girls in Kenema, resulting in the destruction of a major school hall. This incident has intensified existing concerns regarding student safety and fire preparedness across boarding institutions nationwide. According to initial reports and eyewitness accounts, the fire originated in the main hall, a central faci