Zainab Sheriff Posts Valentine's Message Despite Active Police Wanted Notice

Zainab Sheriff Posts Valentine's Message Despite Active Police Wanted Notice

Zainab Sheriff, a well-known musician and All People’s Congress (APC) flagbearer aspirant, published a Valentine's Day message on her social media platform this morning, even as the Sierra Leone Police have declared her a wanted person.

Sheriff's post extended "Happy Valentine’s Day!" wishes to her followers, featuring the hashtag #followthelight ⛅️ and photographs of herself wearing an APC-branded polo shirt.

This public communication occurs amidst an active police search following a warrant issued against her. The warrant relates to alleged threatening remarks, incitement, and other connected offences stemming from statements reportedly made at a recent APC gathering. The Sierra Leone Police officially declared Sheriff wanted under Warrant No. W/A 105/2026 and have appealed to the public for information that could lead to her apprehension.

conspicuous presence on social media appears to challenge the law enforcement efforts to locate her, drawing attention to her digital visibility during the ongoing search.

The Police Department has directed individuals with knowledge of Sheriff’s location to contact CID Headquarters in Freetown, their nearest police station, or call the provided hotlines: +232-80-306-232 or +232-78-583-069. Furthermore, authorities have announced a reward for relevant information resulting in her arrest.

The post has elicited varied responses from her online community, with many followers sharing reciprocal Valentine's greetings and expressions of support, while some observers have highlighted the timing of her public post in light of the current wanted notice.