Rapper and Politician Natasha Beckley Appeals for Protection Amidst Drug Allegations

Rapper and Politician Natasha Beckley Appeals for Protection Amidst Drug Allegations

Sierra Leonean musician and aspiring politician Natasha Beckley has publicly appealed to First Lady Fatima Bio and the nation's legal system for protection, following allegations of her involvement in a drug manufacturing operation.

The Sierra Leone police have issued a wanted notice for Beckley, claiming she owns a three-story building believed to house a "kush" production facility on Taylor Street, Freetown. This development was announced on Wednesday, October 8th, 2025, during a police press briefing.

The Head of the Transnational Organized Crime Unit (TOCU) stated that intelligence received on May 13th indicated drug production at the aforementioned address, with subsequent investigations pointing to Beckley as the property owner. Beckley has vehemently denied these accusations.

She stated that she was at her residence in Freetown when she learned of the allegations through concerned text messages. She further clarified that the police have neither been to her house nor are they actively searching for her. Beckley believes the entire incident is a deliberate attempt to undermine her recently announced political aspirations, as she seeks a district chair position within the All People's Congress party.

In a social media post, Beckley called for support, stating, "Good afternoon to my friends, supporters, and fans. Writing you guys with a heavy heart to see how the public would help me tag the first lady of Sierra Leone. Dr. Fatima Bio, I am a woman in the opposition, but a passionate woman about promoting and developing Sierra Leone. I know your love for the truth, love, peace, and justice. Today I seek your help."

She acknowledged that BBC News Pidgin had reported her story, expressing disappointment that this was how the world learned of her situation. While praising the Sierra Leone police for maintaining safety and peace, Beckley highlighted several discrepancies in the allegations.

Beckley reported that she was declared "WANTED" online without any prior notification or invitation from the police. She also questioned how she could have been wanted since June, given her public media appearances, performance at Chapter One, a visit to the CID station in August for fingerprints and police clearance, and a visit to the Port Loko police station on October 4th, with no mention of a warrant during any of these instances.

Furthermore, she asserted that she only owns property in Port Loko, according to Ministry of Lands records, and has never purchased property in Freetown, thus refuting claims of owning the alleged drug-producing building.

Expressing fear, Beckley stated, "Mama with a heavy heart, I am scared, not because I am wrongfully accused but because I know those that make decisions just want to detain me to teach me a lesson." She believes this "lesson" is to "know my place in society, teach me a lesson to know I am nothing, teach me a lesson to remind me that I am a nobody."

She maintained her innocence regarding drug involvement, citing her friends in entertainment and the youth she influences as witnesses. Beckley believes the aim is to assert dominance over her.

She appealed to "Mama Sierra Leone," questioning how women can lead and inspire young girls to dream when faced with such challenges, lamenting societal failures. She concluded by calling on women in politics and national leaders to investigate her accusations. 

Beckley confirmed that her lawyers have contacted the police to arrange a date and time for questioning, and she requested mercy and national support in reaching out to lawmakers.