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Foreign Service Academy, Tower Hill, Freetown — January 30, 2025 — The Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has officially launched its Strategic Development Plan (SDP) for 2025-2029, setting forth a comprehensive roadmap to guide its operations over the next four years. The plan underscores the SLP’s commitment to shifting from a traditional law enforcement model to […]

The Sierra Leone Police has taken significant strides towards creating a stable and secure environment for economic development by upgrading its infrastructure. As part of this commitment, the Inspector General of Police, Mr. William Fayia Sellu, has initiated a scheme to enhance the working conditions of its personnel, particularly in areas with limited access to

In a concerted effort to enhance security and public safety, the city of Freetown has initiated the installation of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras in strategic locations throughout the urban area. This project aims to address rising concerns about crime and disorder by providing real-time surveillance and monitoring capabilities. The selected locations for the installation include

The Kingdom Police Hospital has received a new shipment of medical supplies for the first quarter of January 2025, marking a significant milestone in enhancing health and medical care for police officers. This initiative reflects the commitment of the Inspector General of Police, Mr. William Fayia Sellu, to improve healthcare services for Police personnel. Assistant

Fellow Officers, Men, and Women of the Sierra Leone Police (SLP), as we reflect on the year 2024, I want to begin by congratulating each and every one of you for the remarkable progress we have made together. Through our collective efforts, we have fostered a secure and peaceful environment, contributing significantly to the stability

In a significant move towards reform, the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) is gearing up for a transformative initiative to shift its operational ethos from “Force to Serve.” The Inspector General of Police, Mr. William Fayia Sellu, in collaboration with Mr. Fredrick Ampiah, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative, will host a series of

Hastings, Freetown – December 3, 2024 – The Sierra Leone Police (SLP), through its Transnational Organized Crime Unit (TOCU), has collaborated with various partners to destroy a significant quantity of illicit narcotics at TOCU Headquarters in Hastings, Freetown. The destruction follows recent arrests made across multiple locations in the country. Prior to the destruction, CSP

December 4, 2024 – Freetown, Sierra Leone His Excellency Julien Yombouno, the Guinean Ambassador to Sierra Leone, paid a courtesy visit to Inspector General of Police (IGP) William Fayia Sellu on Wednesday in a move aimed at bolstering diplomatic relations between the two neighboring countries. During the meeting, IGP Sellu warmly welcomed Ambassador Yombouno, emphasizing

Kingtom, Sierra Leone – The Surgeons in Action Foundation, a medical organization based in Spain, in partnership with Foundation CZ-Bisturi Solidario, has strengthened its collaboration with the Sierra Leone Police Hospital by donating a state-of-the-art ventilation machine valued at over $50,000. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance medical support and training

Freetown, 28th November 2024 – The Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has officially validated its Strategic Development Plan (SDP) for 2025-2029 during a session held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Academy conference room, which saw significant participation from various stakeholders. The validation exercise aimed to incorporate public feedback and ensure comprehensive scrutiny of the document,