Freetown, 4th November 2025 – The Family Support Unit (FSU) of the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has commenced a comprehensive training programme for newly selected personnel, with support from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).
The training is designed to equip the new investigators with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to respond effectively and efficiently to cases, particularly those related to Sexual and Gender-Based violence (SGBV).
Speaking on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, who was unavoidably absent, the Acting Director of Training, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Joe Kamanda Bongay, underscored the importance of the exercise. He explained that upon completion, the participants would be better positioned to handle SGBV cases and enhance their investigative competencies.
ACP Bongay urged the trainees to uphold the highest standards of professionalism in the discharge of their duties, noting that such values are strongly upheld by the SLP management. He further reaffirmed the Directorate’s commitment to continuous capacity-building initiatives for personnel across the country.
In his remarks, the Head of the Family Support Unit, Superintendent Mohamed Mansaray, disclosed that the training forms part of an ongoing national programme involving 100 newly selected personnel who have successfully undergone a rigorous selection process.
He explained that the recruitment drive was initiated to address the shortage of personnel within the FSU, following directives from the Inspector General of Police, Mr. William Fayia Sellu, to close the existing manpower gap.
Superintendent Mansaray assured the public that the newly trained officers will uphold and promote the rights of all individuals in Sierra Leone. He emphasised that the FSU remains dedicated to ensuring that victims’ rights are respected and that all reported cases are handled with urgency, professionalism, and compassion.
SLP Media Team
