By Alvin Lansana Kargbo
The family of Abdul Rahmadan “Omega” Sesay, a prominent member of the All People’s Congress (APC) in Port Loko District, has released what it describes as the findings of a post-mortem examination, claiming that the politician died as a result of strangulation and possible poisoning.
According to a public statement issued by the family, the autopsy conducted in Freetown reportedly found evidence of foul play, dismissing widespread social media speculation that Abdul Rahmadan “Omega” Sesay died from a drug or alcohol overdose.
The family stated that pathologists concluded that Abdul Rahmadan “Omega” Sesay suffered a broken neck consistent with strangulation. They further alleged that medical examiners observed signs suggestive of severe poisoning, noting abnormalities discovered during the examination.
Abdul Rahmadan “Omega” Sesay was reportedly found dead in a hotel room in Lungi, Kaffu Bullom Chiefdom, alongside a young woman identified as Mary Sia Bangura, who was also reported deceased. The circumstances surrounding the two deaths remain under active police investigation.
Law enforcement authorities in Lungi have reportedly taken three individuals into custody in connection with the case. However, the Sierra Leone Police have not yet publicly disclosed the identities of the suspects or officially confirmed the details contained in the family’s statement.
A respected academic and political figure, Abdul Rahmadan “Omega” Sesay served as a senior lecturer at the University of Management and Technology and was pursuing a PhD at the University of Makeni. Within the APC, he was widely known for his political activism and had served in several leadership capacities, including Resident Chairman, and Councillor in Port Loko District.
His sudden death has sent shockwaves through political and academic circles, with supporters, colleagues and community members calling for a transparent and comprehensive investigation.
Reports have also indicated that investigators may seek statements from individuals believed to have had contact with Abdul Rahmadan “Omega” Sesay before his death, although official confirmation from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is still pending.
The family has urged the authorities to ensure that justice is served and that all those responsible, if any wrongdoing is established, are brought before the law.
As investigations continue, police are expected to provide further updates on what has become one of the country’s most closely watched criminal cases.
The matter remains a developing story.
