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APC Secretary Lansana Dumbuya Accuses President Bio of Election Theft, Urges Preparation Ahead of 2028 Elections
The Secretary General of the All People’s Congress (APC), Lansana Dumbuya, has publicly accused President Maada Bio of stealing the 2023 presidential election. In a recent statement, Dumbuya expressed his party’s determination to prepare for the...

I visited all 54 countries in Africa my least favourite is so dusty you can't even breathe
A travel vlogger who has had the pleasure of visiting all 197 countries, including all 54 of those in Africa, has ranked his favourite places on the continent – including his least favourite. Drew Binsky, a YouTube star, has documented every step...

We’re Facing an Energy Crisis – No Immediate Solution in Sight: KKY’s Energy Strategy Questioned
Sierra Leone is once again plunged into the throes of an energy crisis, and this time, Freetown – the capital and commercial heartbeat of the nation – is bearing the brunt of a prolonged and frustrating power outage that shows no sign of abating....
APC Secretary General in Australia warns first couple : “Stop hiding behind religion “
While the First Lady of Sierra Leone, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, parades herself as a symbol of peace, unity, and religious tolerance, the truth known by the people tells a far darker story , one of deceit, hypocrisy, and silent brutality. This public...

Mystik Dan, Thorpedo Anna return to scene of Derby, Oaks triumphs
June 27 (UPI) -- Mystik Dan and Thorpedo Anna, winners of the 2024 Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks, respectively, return to Churchill Downs on Saturday as key parts of a talent-laden program on dirt and turf in weekend racing. On the...

Ferry Stuck at Sea Prompts Urgent Calls for Lungi Bridge Construction
A ferry traveling from Freetown to Lungi got stuck in the middle of the sea on Saturday, 28th June 2025, after running into exposed seabed where water had pulled back during low tide. The ferry had reportedly left the Kissy Terminal when it...

Advanced Drug Investigation Course
Special Agents from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), will host an advanced-level course for 35 law enforcement, prosecutors, magistrates, and training personnel from Botswana, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, and...

The exit of CO Adebayo, an Awoist philosopher-king, By Ropo Sekoni
The late Mr Cornelius Adebayo In sum, CO substantially impacted good governance in Kwara State and in Nigeria as a whole. First, he used his opportunity to participate in politics as commissioner and governor in the state to further democratise...

SLFA Presidential Candidate Aminata Bangura Faces Possible Disqualification
Presidential candidate for the upcoming Sierra Leone Football Association [SLEA] election, Aminata Bangura, may face possible disqualification. According to The Statellite Newspaper, Bangura, who is one of the four candidates approved by the SLFA...

'They're scared': A two-pronged scheme from Trump and the GOP threatens America's seniors
In a top-rated nursing home in Alexandria, Virginia, the Rev. Donald Goodness is cared for by nurses and aides from various parts of Africa. One of them, Jackline Conteh, a naturalized citizen and nurse assistant from Sierra Leone, bathes and...

JFK and Chief Minister Sengeh Spotted Dancing Together at Chapter One
In a rare but symbolic moment of political civility, prominent opposition figure Joseph Fitzgerald Kamara (JFK) and Chief Minister Dr. David Moinina Sengeh shared the spotlight at the grand launch of the Chapter One Entertainment Center in...

Drug Dealer Who Was Arrested With 5.5 kg of Kush Linked to Admire Bio’s Husband – Report
A suspected drug trafficker, Santigie Bangura, also known as Santana Shyne, who was recently apprehended by police in Sierra Leone has been linked to the President’s Family. Police confirmed Bangura’s arrest at the Fallah Checkpoint on the...

ILO engages West African journalists on reframing labour migration reportage
In a bid to reframe the narrative around labour migration and fair recruitment across West Africa, especially in the media, journalists, trade union leaders, and labour advocates from 12 ECOWAS countries convened in Abuja from June 24 to 25, 2025,...

Here's the latest transfer news around League one - 26th June
With pre-season friendlies around the corner, all eyes are now firmly on the fast-approaching next season. Here we look at some of the recent deals done by clubs and rumours from around League One. Let us know your thoughts on who you think is...

Eight men jailed for combined 129 years over largest drug seizure in Irish history
Eight men who pleaded guilty to their involvement in the largest drug seizure in the history of the State have been jailed for a combined 129 years. Six men were caught aboard the MV Matthew, while two others tried to offload drugs and board a...

Liberia: Weah Congratulates President Bio on Election as ECOWAS Chair
Weah described Bio as “the right man for the moment,” citing his leadership experience and understanding of regional dynamics. MONROVIA — Former Liberian President George Manneh Weah has extended congratulations to Sierra Leonean President Julius...

Organisers Explain Shift In Kick Off Date Of Eko International Cup
The organisers of the Eko International Cup have explained the reasons behind the recent change in date by one week. A release by the organisers on Friday stated that, the tournament earlier scheduled to take place between July 6 and 13 will now...

United States (U.S.) Government Supports Regional Emergency Management Strengthening
(MENAFN- APO Group) Today the first cohort of the Regional Public Health Emergency Management Training graduated in Abuja. The intermediate level training was hosted by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S. CDC) in...

From policy to practice: Elevating education leadership and formative assessment in Africa
Discussing effective leadership strategies and sharing insights from their respective countries. That is what brought together union leaders from Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Côte d’Ivoire during the workshop “Elevating school and teacher leadership...

Iran fans on 2026 World Cup travel ban
“It’s offensive for any football fan to be prevented from participating in the World Cup, not just Iranians,” Ali Rezaei of Tehran’s Borna news agency says. In March, the national team became the second to qualify for the 2026 World Cup that will...