By: Hafsatu Z. Bangura If domestic violence cases are not adequately addressed, the consequences could deepen the gender divide, with long-lasting repercussions for both men and women. Failure to effectively tackle domestic violence not only undermines justice but also risks exacerbating societal tensions that could affect future generations. For women, unchecked domestic violence is likely…
By: Hafsatu Z Bangura On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, Abdul Kpaka appeared in court over allegations of murdering his girlfriend, Sia Fatu Kamara. The alleged incident took place on August 13, 2024, at Peninsula Road, Freetown, as stated in the charge sheet. Kpaka is charged with murder, in violation of Section 1 of the Offences…
On Monday, Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack across Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure and resulting in at least three deaths. The assault, starting around midnight and continuing into the morning, marked Russia’s largest offensive in weeks. Ukraine’s air force reported multiple drone groups moving towards various regions, followed by cruise and ballistic missiles….
In a devastating assault over the weekend, more than 100 villagers and soldiers were killed in central Burkina Faso by al-Qaida-linked jihadis. The attack targeted Barsalogho commune, located 80 kilometers from the capital, Ouagadougou. Regional experts have labeled this assault as one of the deadliest this year in the conflict-stricken nation. On Saturday, while villagers…
The recent purchase of a $100 million Airbus A330 for President Bola Tinubu has sparked widespread outrage among Nigerians. The move has been criticized as tone-deaf, given the country’s deepening economic crisis. Nigerians, who are facing soaring prices, high inflation, and widespread poverty, expressed their anger at what they see as government extravagance. Social media…
Dr. Eldred Taylor, Deputy Minister of Energy, has swiftly installed a new transformer in Waterloo, just two weeks after the previous one malfunctioned. This rapid response reflects the government’s dedication to improving electricity access and infrastructure. During the installation, Dr. Taylor emphasized the importance of a consistent power supply, noting that President Julius Maada Bio…
An IT officer at Family Kingdom has taken the company’s general manager to court over unpaid social security contributions. On Friday, August 23, 2024, Mahmoud Mansaray filed a lawsuit against Firas Youssef, president and general manager of United Family Kingdom Investment, accusing him of failing to pay his National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT)…
The Ministry of Transport is grappling with a significant SLE 737 million debt tied to vehicle procurement, as it outlines its budget plans for the 2025 fiscal year. During a recent budget presentation, Deputy Director Haroun Conteh emphasized the ministry’s need for a total budget of SLE 750,108,000, which would cover the operations of the…
The East End Lions Football Club has landed in Dakar, Senegal, at Blaise Diagne International Airport, ready for their CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round return leg against ASC Jaraaf. ASC Jaraaf previously secured a win over the Lions in the first leg played at Southern Arena, Bo City, Sierra Leone. The second leg showdown is…
By: Hafsatu Z Bangura During a live interview on Liberty TV, Raymond Bami Caulker, a first cousin of the late Sia Kamara, revealed shocking details from the autopsy report. The report indicated that Sia had suffered eight broken ribs, a broken neck, wounded lips, and blisters on her chest and feet, all showing signs of…