Speaker Thomas Challenges Orange Over Scams Targeting Subscribers
Speaker of Parliament, Segepoh Solomon Thomas, has urged Orange Sierra Leone to strengthen measures against scammers exploiting its network to defraud subscribers, calling for closer cooperation between the telecommunications company and security agencies.
Thomas made the call on Thursday, November 12, when Orange Sierra Leone Board Chairman, Belittle BA, and Chief Executive Officer, Aicha Toure, paid him a courtesy visit.
The Speaker said that despite the passage of the Cyber Security and Crime Act, criminals continued to exploit gaps in the law to defraud innocent citizens. He urged Orange to strengthen its internal controls, work closely with security agencies and improve measures to protect subscribers against fraud.
Thomas also commended Orange for its extensive network coverage, describing its services as accessible even in remote parts of the country. He acknowledged the company’s contribution to national development, particularly as a major taxpayer in the telecommunications sector.
The Board Chairman thanked the Speaker and the Sixth Parliament for their oversight of the telecommunications sector, which he said helped ensure that Orange maintained quality services for its customers.
He assured Parliament of Orange’s continued commitment to innovation and improved service delivery, highlighting the company’s focus on artificial intelligence, digital literacy and training programmes aimed at equipping young Sierra Leoneans with skills for the future.
He added that Orange’s role extended beyond providing connectivity to empowering young people with digital skills and supporting innovation.
Thomas reaffirmed Parliament’s commitment to protecting investments while ensuring that Orange Sierra Leone provides quality, accessible and affordable services to the public.
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