By Amin Kef (Ranger)
The Vice President of the Republic of Sierra Leone and Chairman of the Police Council, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, on Friday, 30 January 2026, officially commissioned the newly constructed Freetown East Regional Police Headquarters, underscoring the Government’s continued commitment to strengthening national security institutions and improving service delivery within the Sierra Leone Police.
The colourful commissioning ceremony drew a high-powered audience, including the Inspector General of Police, William Fayia Sellu, senior leadership of the Sierra Leone Police, representatives of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, traditional leaders and members of the local community. The event marked a significant milestone in the Government’s broader security sector reform agenda aimed at modernizing policing infrastructure across the country.
Delivering the keynote address, Vice President, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, commended the Sierra Leone Police for their sustained professionalism and dedication to maintaining peace and public order. He described the new regional headquarters as a practical demonstration of the Government’s resolve to equip law enforcement institutions with the tools and infrastructure required to meet contemporary security challenges.
“The commissioning of this facility is not just about a building; it is about strengthening the capacity of the Sierra Leone Police to serve the people more efficiently and professionally,” the Vice President stated. He emphasized that modern and well-resourced police facilities are essential to enhancing operational coordination, improving response time and building public trust in law enforcement.
Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh further noted that as Chairman of the Police Council, he remains committed to supporting reforms that promote accountability, discipline and community-centred policing. He urged officers deployed to the Freetown East Region to see the new headquarters as a symbol of renewed responsibility to uphold the rule of law and protect lives and property without fear or favour.
Speaking on behalf of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, David Fortune, reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to effective oversight and supervision of the Sierra Leone Police. He applauded the leadership of the police force for their consistent efforts in safeguarding national stability and assured that Government would continue to support initiatives that enhance institutional performance and professionalism.
In his remarks, Inspector General of Police, William Fayia Sellu, expressed profound appreciation to His Excellency the President and the Police Council, chaired by Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, for their unwavering support to the Sierra Leone Police. He explained that the modern headquarters would significantly improve administrative efficiency, operational planning and service delivery within the Freetown East Region, which remains one of the busiest policing zones in the capital.
The IGP encouraged officers to occupy and utilize the facility with a positive mindset, stressing that improved infrastructure must go hand in hand with discipline, integrity and professionalism. He reminded personnel that public confidence in the police is built not only through physical structures but also through ethical conduct and effective engagement with communities.
Earlier, in his welcome address, the Freetown East Regional Commander, Brima Kanneh, described the commissioning as a historic milestone for the region. He assured the Vice President and other stakeholders that the facility would be responsibly managed to promote efficiency, professionalism and effective policing in line with the vision of the Sierra Leone Police.
The ceremony was climaxed by the cutting of the tape and the unveiling of a commemorative plaque by the Vice President, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, followed by a guided tour of the facility. The commissioning officially marks a new chapter in strengthening the operational capacity of the Freetown East Regional Command and reinforces the Government’s commitment to a secure and peaceful Sierra Leone.
