By Amin Kef (Ranger)
In a harrowing incident that has shocked the community, 17-year-old Kadiatu Bangura of Bubuya Village in Tonkoh Limba Chiefdom, Kambia District, lost her life after being forcefully initiated into a secret society where Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is practiced. Kambia Police Division Information Officer, Claudius Moses Gray, provided exclusive details in an interview with SLBC reporter Ibriham Sorie Kamara.
The tragic incident has raised serious concerns about the continued practice of FGM, a harmful tradition that poses significant risks to the health and well-being of young girls. Kadiatu Bangura’s death has prompted swift action from the authorities, with three suspects currently in protective police custody at the Kambia Police Divisional headquarters.
The Police are conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Kadiatu’s death, maintaining a veil of secrecy to ensure the integrity of the process. All security measures have been implemented to apprehend potential perpetrators involved in this tragic incident.
Kadiatu Bangura’s burial occurred prior to the arrival of the police, adding complexity to the investigation. The details of her initiation into the secret society and the subsequent events leading to her death are central to the ongoing probe.
The Kambia Police Division is working tirelessly to bring those responsible for Kadiatu’s death to justice. The incident has reignited the debate on the need to eradicate harmful practices such as FGM and to protect the rights and lives of young girls.
Community leaders, activists, and concerned citizens are calling for increased awareness and stringent measures to eliminate the dangerous customs associated with secret societies and FGM. The tragic loss of Kadiatu Bangura serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for societal change and the protection of vulnerable individuals from harmful traditions.
