The Jamiru way or the ‘Pao-pa-riat’ route, Mr. President?
When August 10 happened, many people looked up to President Bio to lead the nation out of the horror and fear that gripped the country. There were calls for him... Read more.
Salone Protests: Why the ‘terrorism’ framing is problematic and what we can learn
This has been a tough week for Sierra Leoneans, especially those who lost loved ones in the horrific violence and small business owners who were affected around... Read more.
Playing Hide and Seek With The Environment
We are nothing without our environment; and we are a nation that ought to have learnt the hard lessons of being careless about environmental protection. At a time... Read more.
‘Pipoo’ Policeman Gone, Taylor-Pearce Tribunal Rides on Tortoise Back
It has been another eventful week in the country. From the suspicious sea container to the enactment of a new public election law and the sacking of the not-so-popular... Read more.
Makeni Two Years On: Impunity is Still Winning
Two years ago, a confrontation between protesting youth and security forces turned bloody in the northern city of Makeni. Six people were killed and several wounded... Read more.
The Public Elections Bill: why everyone smells a rat
We have to talk about the Public Elections Bill. Being a very important piece of legislation with serious implications, as well as a crucial exercise in law-making,... Read more.
A strong-handed state and its hungry people
There is no iffing and yes-butting about this. The right to protest is a fundamental pillar of democracy and a state that prevents people from peacefully gathering... Read more.
Dis Fuel Wahala: What can the government do?
The rapid fuel increase in the country has got everyone talking, crying and feeling the sharp pinch. Fuel is fuel—it is a ‘bread and butter’ commodity. When... Read more.