Ministry of Defence/Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces, Wilkinson Road, Freetown (2026)

07/02/2026

*KNOW ABOUT RSLAF*
(EPISODE 33)
6th February, 2026

*RSLAF REACTS TO INSINUATIONS ABOUT LATE MAJOR DR BAIMBA IDRISS' RETIREMENT*

I. The attention of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) has been drawn to the continued social media commentaries insinuating that late Major Dr Baimba Idriss (Rtd) was unfairly treated before he was retired in 2024.

II. First, RSLAF would like to extend condolences to the bereaved family members and friends for the loss of the late retired military officer.

III. Out of respect for the deceased and the integrity of the Institution, for the meantime RSLAF will not release the evidence (texts, audios and videos) relating to the indiscipline and misconduct of late Major Dr Idriss (Rtd) for which he was cashiered from the Armed Forces. However, RSLAF would like to make a few clarifications.

IV. To start with, RSLAF would like to inform the public that the Institution gives *zero tolerance* to any deteriorating conduct by its officers - *such conduct include wilful disobedience to lawful orders, violation of RSLAF dress and appearance regulations, breach of media and communication policy, publication of false, abusive and defamatory statements against superiors and use of obscene and insulting language inconsistent with military ethics.*

V. Not only late Major Dr Baimba Idriss (Rtd) but also several military officers have been retired in the past as a result of deteriorating conduct beyond a certain threshold.

VI. The RSLAF would like the public to know that even before late Major Dr Idriss (Rtd) was retired, RSLAF took a number of steps aimed at reforming his conduct. The steps included: (1) he was mess-arrested as a way of cautioning him (2) he was repeatedly persuaded to reform, (3) he was given special behavioral and professional interactions and (4) he and other officers were given extended opportunities to regularise their conducts.

VII. Unfortunately, after the lapse of time given to him to reform, late Major Dr Idriss was summoned for an Interview during which he voluntarily expressed his desire to resign from the Armed Forces.

VIII. Thus, Major Dr Idriss (Rtd) was asked to engage the Chain of Command on issues of resignation but he refused to do so, and he subsequently went on Absence Without Leave (AWOL).

IX. Thus, on the 29th November, 2024, he was served with letter relating to his retirement from the Armed Forces. He was retired alongside several other officers.

X. The RSLAF would like the public to know that late Major Dr Idriss (Rtd) was enlisted into RSLAF in 2009 as a general medical practitioner. Shortly, he was financially sponsored by RSLAF to do his specialist training in Ophthalmology at Makerere University in Uganda.

XI. On his return, as a result of the limited specialist equipment at 34 Military Hospital, Major Dr Idriss (Rtd) was authorised to work at Connaught Hospital, specifically to prevent skills fade, preserve professional competence and maintain national specialist capacity. Additionally, he was also allowed to establish and operate a private clinic along King Herman Road to attend to patients with eye defects.

XII. However, with the above-mentioned opportunities granted to him, Major Dr Idriss (Rtd) was always reminded to perform his military tasks and obligations, which he gradually and persistently ignored over time and exhibited many forms of gross indiscipline which led to his termination.

XIII. The RSLAF has policies and code of conduct that all officers must adhere to. It is crucial in the discharge of our duties and nothing will whittle it down.

XIV. For information about RSLAF, please visit our page at *Ministry of Defence/Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces* .

*Yayah Brima, Esq*
*Lieutenant Colonel*
*Director*
*Defence Public Relations and Information*
*Defence Headquarters*
*Cockerill Barracks*
*Freetown*

*Phone/WhatsApp:*
*078 452 876*

07/02/2026

*KNOW ABOUT RSLAF*
(EPISODE 32)
29th January, 2026

*RSLAF LAUNCHES PLANTING SEASON IN MOYAMBA DISTRICT*

I. On Saturday, 24th January 2026, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF), Lieutenant General Amara Idara Bangura officially launched the 2026 RSLAF Planting Season at Yonie Village in Kamajei Chiefdom, Moyamba District.

II. The process started with 60% payment to Nguala Agricbusiness Development Company in Moyamba Junction, Fakunia Chiefdom, Moyamba District.

III. The said payment is for the rental of tractors, ploughing and seed harrowing equipment for the cultivation of 240 hectares of rice farm out the total of 400 hectares at Yonnie Village.

IV. Additionally, the CDS had an engagement with "We-Can-Do-It" Solar Services Manager on solar irrigation for the farm site.

V. Furthermore, the CDS paid a courtesy visit to the Paramount Chief (PC) of Kamajei Chiefdom, PC Fayiah Sondufu Brima Souvula lV and stakeholders in the Chiefdom. Both the CDS and the Chiefdom authorities discussed some issues of mutual benefits about the farm site, which has been used by the Armed Forces Agricultural Unit (AFAU)

VI. The Assistant Chief of Defence Staff (ACDS) for Legal Services, Brigadier General MBS Kamara, presented a case of leasing the land for two years, and the PC welcomed the idea for his people with the view that it is going to be a sustainable benefit.

VII. "If RSLAF tractors are available, my people will request for their use, and they will only provide fuel", the PC affirmed.

VIII. The symbolic launching of the 2026 RSLAF Planting Season is significant to supporting the "Feed Salone" of His Excellency the President and Commander-in-Chief of the RSLAF, Brigadier General Dr Julius Maada Bio (Retired). Thus, the CDS vision for the RSLAF to feed itself is in fruition, especially in December 2026, when the RSLAF personnel be supplied with the rice they harvest.

IX. For information about RSLAF, please visit our page at
*Ministry of Defence/Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces*

*Jacob Bassie*
*Major*
*Media Operations Officer*
*Army Headquarters*
*Cockerill Barracks*
*Freetown*

*Phone/WhatsApp:*
*077 731 915*

06/02/2026

*KNOW ABOUT RSLAF*
(EPISODE 31)
20th January, 2026

*RELEASE OF APPLICATION FORM FOR RECRUITMENT INTO RSLAF*

I. The Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) would like to inform the general public that it has released the Application Form for the 2026 recruitment into the Armed Forces.

II. A photostat copy of the Application Form can be received at the various Recruitment Centres or the Document can be retrieved from our page at *Ministry of Defence/Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces* or at various social media platforms.

III. More importantly, applicants for the 2026 recruitment MUST note the following:

(a). That they must fill the Application Forms and submit them to the nearest military location *with effect from Thursday, 22nd January, 2026*.

(b). That all the military locations across the Country have been notified to receive the Application Forms for onward delivery to the appropriate Recruitment Centre.

(c). That the Application Forms MUST be submitted on or before and *not later than 5 pm on Wednesday, 4th February, 2026*.

(d). That they MUST attach the following documents to the Application Form:
(i). Four (4) Passport Size Photos.
(ii). Photostat Copy of National Identity Card.
(iii). Photostat Copy of Birth Certificate.
(iv). Police Clearance
(v). Undergraduate Certificate/Statement of Result and Transcript (for Cadets only)
(vi). WASSCE Certificate and Scratch Card (for Cadets only)
(vii). BECE Certificate and Scratch Card or any relevant Technical/Vocational Certificate from a recognized Institute or Apprenticeship (for Recruits only).

IV. Accompanying this EPISODE is the *APPLICATION FORM Document*.

V. For information about RSLAF, please visit our page at *Ministry of Defence/Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces*.

*Yayah Brima, Esq*
*Lieutenant Colonel*
*Director*
*Defence Public Relations* *and Information*
*Defence Headquarters*
*Cockerill Barracks*
*Freetown*

*Phone/WhatsApp:*
*078 452 876*

19/01/2026

KNOW ABOUT RSLAF
(EPISODE 30)
19th January, 2026

JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN RSLAF

1,000 SIERRA LEONEANS NEEDED TO JOIN THE ARMED FORCES

I. RECRUITMENT ANNOUNCEMENT

The Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) would like to inform the general public that applications for recruitment into the Armed Forces are now open, and they will be received at *the nearest military location with effect from Thursday, 22nd January, 2026*

II. CATEGORIES OF RECRUITMENT

An applicant can apply under any of these categories:

a. Direct Entry Cadets (Non-Specialists)
b. Direct Entry Cadets (Specialists)
c. Direct Entry Cadets (Serving Soldiers)
d. Direct Entry Recruits (Non-Tradesmen)
e. Direct Entry Recruits (Tradesmen)

III. GENERAL CRITERIA

An applicant applying under any of the above categories MUST fulfill the following general criteria:

a. Nationality - An applicant mus be a natural born citizen of Sierra Leone. A National Identity Card.must be submitted as proof of evidence.

b. No Criminal Conviction - An applicant must NOT have been convicted for felonious offences such as Treason, Mutiny, Murder, Robbery with Aggravation and others and any other offences involving fraud and dishonesty. A Police Clearance must be submitted as proof of evidence. However, due to limited time for the receipt of applications, applicants are advised to submit the Police Clearance on or before the Final Selection Process, which will commence on 27th February, 2026.

c. Height - A male applicant must NOT be less than 5 feet and 5 inches tall. Similarly, a female applicant must also NOT be less than 5 feet and 3 inches tall. The applicant's height will be ascertained during the selection process conducted by the National Recruitment Team.

d. Medical Fitness - An applicant must be medically fit for the rigorous military training ahead. Various medical tests will be conducted during the selection process to ascertain the medical fitness of the applicant.

e. Physical Fitness - An applicant must be also physically fit. Various physical tests will be conducted during the selection process to also ascertain the physical fitness of the applicant.

f. Good Conduct - An applicant must be seen as a respectful, dutiful and law-abiding citizen in his/her community. A Letter of Recommendation from a well known religious, traditional or community leader (for civilians) or Unit Commander (for serving soldiers) must be submitted as proof of evidence.

IV. SPECIFIC CRITERIA

a. Direct Entry Cadets (Non Specialists)

In addition to the general criteria, an applicant applying under this category must also fulfill the following specific criteria:

i. Academic Qualification - An applicant MUST be a holder of First Degree from a recognized College or University. In addition to a Transcript, an Undergraduate Certificate or Statement of Result must be submitted as proof of evidence.

ii. Age - An applicant mus be within the age bracket of 18 - 30 years. Both Birth Certificate and National Identity Card must be submitted as proof of evidence.

b. Direct Entry Cadets (Specialists)

Similarly, in addition to the general criteria, an applicant applying under this category must fulfill the following specific criteria:

i. Academic and Professional Qualifications - An applicant must be a holder of First Degree in any of these specialized fields such as Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Medicine and Allied Health Sciences, Engineering and Architecture, Business, Finance and Entrepreneurship, Pure and Applied Sciences, Law and Humanities, Communication, Media and Information Technology and Environmental Sciences. In addition to a Transcript, an Undergraduate Certificate or Statement of Result must be submitted as proof of evidence.

ii. Age - An applicant must be within the age bracket of 18 - 40 years. Both Birth Certificate and National Identity Card must be submitted as proof of Evidence.

c. Direct Entry Cadets (Serving Soldiers)

Likewise, in addition to the general criteria, a serving soldier applying under this category must fulfill the following specific criteria:

i. Academic Qualification - An applicant (a serving soldier) must be a holder of First Degree from a recognized College or University. In addition to a Transcript, an Undergraduate Certificate or Statement of Result must be submitted as proof of evidence.

ii. Age - An applicant (a serving soldier) must be within the age bracket of 18 - 35 years. Both *Birth Certificate and National Identity Card* must be submitted as proof of evidence.

d. Direct Entry Recruits (Non Tradesmen)

Moreover, in addition to the general criteria, an applicant applying under this category must fulfill the following specific criteria:

i. Academic Qualification - An applicant must have attained Basic Education level. Both BECE Certificate must be submitted as proof of evidence.

ii. Age - An applicant must be within the age bracket of 18 - 25 years. Both Birth Certificate and National Identity Card must be submitted as proof of evidence.

e. Direct Entry Recruits (Tradesmen)

Furthermore, in addition to the general criteria, an applicant applying under this category must fulfill the following specific criteria:

i. Technical Qualification An applicant must have a skilled, hands-on technical training in the technical and vocational fields. A Certificate or Diploma from a recognized Vocational Institute or Apprenticeship must be submitted as proof of evidence.

ii. Age - An applicant must be within the age bracket of 18 - 40 years Both Birth Certificate and National Identity Card must be submitted as proof of evidence.

iii. Technical Experience - An applicant must have a minimum of 5 - year experience in his/her field of study.

V. ADDRESS OF APPLICATIONS

Every Region has a designated Recruitment Centre. Hence, applicants are advised to address their applications to the appropriate Regional Recruiting Officer as follows:

a. Eastern Region

The Regional Recruiting Officer, Eastern Region,
Headquarters, 2 Infantry Brigade, Reservation Road, Kenema.

b. Western Area

The Regional Recruiting Officer, Western Area,
Headquarters, 3 Infantrry Brigade, Timna Barracks, Murray Town, Freetown.

c. Northern Region

The Regional Recruiting Officer, Northern Region, Headquarters, 4 Infantry Brigade, Teko Barracks, Makeni.

d. Southern Region

The Regional Recruiting Officer, Southern Region,
Headquarters, 5 Infantry Brigade, Gondama Barracks, Bo.

e. North-Western Region

The Regional Recruiting Officer, North-Western Region, Headquarters, 3 Infantry Battalion, Lungi.

VI. PLACE OF SUBMISSION

Applications must be submitted to thenearest military location for onward delivery at the appropriate Recruitment Centre.

VII. PASSPORT SIZE PHOTOS

Applications must be submitted with all the proofs of evidence and four passport size photos

VIII. CLOSING DATE

Applications must be submitted on or before and not later than Wednesday, 4th February, 2026

VII. For information about RSLAF, please visit our page at *Ministry of Defence/Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces*.

Yayah Brima, Esq
Lieutenant Colonel
Director
Defence Public Relations and Information
Defence Headquarters
Cockerill Barracks
Freetown

*Phone/WhatsApp:*
*078 452 876*

19/01/2026

KNOW ABOUT RSLAF
(EPISODE 29)
19th January, 2026

AFTER HIS BRUTAL ACT, CORPORAL KAMARA KILLED HIMSELF

I. The attention of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) has been drawn to a video, falsely purporting that the soldier, who brutally killed his superior in rank two days ago, was allegedly killed immediately after his arrest.

II. In response, RSLAF would like the public to know that the video is a PRANK created to cast doubt and aspersion about the positive human rights record of the Armed Forces regarding the arrests of its personnel suspected of having committed grave offences.

III. The RSLAF would also like the public to know that the said video is NOT a true representation of the facts regarding the death of Corporal Kamara alias "No. 9" after his brutal act against his superior.

IV. A preliminary investigation indicates that at about 11 am on the fateful day of 14th January, 2026, the said Corporal Kamara aggressively approached his superior and loudly expressed his intention to take his superior's life. "You are a dead man", Corporal Kamara told Major Larkoh.

V. Instantaneously, Corporal Kamara released his trigger and fired his superior three times at short range. Major Larkoh fell on the ground and passed away before he could be evacuated.

VI. Shortly after his brutal act, Corporal Kamara also attempted to kill himself in order to evade arrest, investigation and prosecution.

VII. While in a helpless state, Corporal Kamara was taken into medical custody. Immediately, efforts were made to save his life. He was urgently rushed with at the 34 Military Hospital for treatment. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead on arrival.

VIII. However, having analysed the video making rounds in the social media, RSLAF certainly believes that the video could likely depict one of the horrific scenes of a bloody conflict fought in Sierra Leone. On the contrary, the video does not depict the actual scene of Corporal Kamara's death.

IX. The RSLAF would like the public to know that RSLAF would never torture its personnel to death irrespective of whichever offences they would commit. Rather, RSLAF would arrest and hand them over for FAIR TRIAL.

X. For instance, two months ago, another soldier, Corporal Stevens shot and killed his superior in rank, Warrant Officer Class 1 Moses Brima Kabba in Lungi. After several hours of manhunt, the said Corporal Stevens was arrested and handed over to the police. He was NOT tortured to death.

XI. Currently, Corporal Stevens is standing trial before Principal Magistrate Mustapha Braima-Jah of the Freetoen Magistrate Court No.1.

XII. Most importantly, in connection with the bloody coup of 26th November, 2023, a number of serving and retired military personnel including the ringleader, Amadu Koita Makalo were arrested, investigated, prosecuted, convicted and sentenced. Eventhough the coup makers also brutally killed 18 security personnel, not any one of them (the coup makers) was arrested and tortured to death. If such were the case, the ringleader of the bloody coup, Amadu Koita Makalo would NOT be alive.

XIII. Meanwhile, RSLAF would like to re-assure the public that it will thoroughly investigate all the circumstances leading to the deaths of both Major Lakoh and Corporal Kamara.

XIV. For information about RSLAF, please visit our page at *Ministry of Defence/Republic of Sierra Leone Armed*.

Yayah Brima, Esq
Lieutenant Colonel
Director
Defence Public Relations and Information
Defence Headquarters
Cockerill Barracks
Freetown

Phone/WhatsApp:
078 452 876

14/01/2026

KNOW ABOUT RSLAF
(EPISODE 28)
14th January, 2026

SHOOTING INCIDENT AT ARMED FORCES TRAINING CENTRE

I. The Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces is saddened about the shooting incident, which occured at about 11 am today at the Armed Forces Training Centre (AFTC) in Benguema.

II. The report indicates that Corporal Kamara alias "No.9" shot and killed his superior in rank, Major Abdul Larkoh.

III. Immediately, the said Corporal Kamara also attempted to kill himself in order to avoid arrest, investigation and prosecution.

IV. While in a helpless state, the said Corporal Kamara was arrested and rushed with at the 34 Military Hospital for treatment. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead on arrival.

V. Meanwhile, the RSLAF leadership has ordered an immediate investigation into the circumstances leading to both incidents.

VI. The general public will be updated as the facts unfold.

VII. For information about RSLAF, please visit our page at *Ministry of Defence/Republic of Sierra Leone Armed*.

Yayah Brima, Esq
Lieutenant Colonel
Director
Defence Public Relations and Information
Defence Headquarters
Cockerill Barracks
Freetown

Phone/WhatsApp:
078 452 876

28/12/2025

*KNOW ABOUT RSLAF*
(EPISODE 27)
28th December, 2025

*CLARIFICATION ON PURPORTED FACEBOOK PAGE OF CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF*

I. An unknown michevious person is believed to have created a page purporting to be the page of the Chief Defence Staff, Lieutenant General Amara Idara Bangura.

II. Additionally, the hacker is publishing misleading information also purporting to have orginated from the Defence Chief.

III. Therefore, the general public is advised not to believe the misleading information.

IV. Accompanying this clarification are evidence of the purported page and the misleading information.

V. For information about RSLAF, please visit our page at *Ministry of Defence/Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces*.

*Yayah Brima, Esq*
*Lieutenant Colonel*
*Director*
*Directorate of Defence Public* *Relations and Information*
*Defence Headquarters*
*Cockerill Barracks*
*Freetown*

*Phone/WhatsApp:*
*078 452 876*

16/12/2025

*KNOW ABOUT RSLAF*
(EPISODE 26)
16th December, 2025

*TWO EGYPTIAN COMPANIES SIGN MOU WITH RSLAF*

I. The MAG Trade & Investment (SL) Ltd and the Egypt-based Find Holding has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Defence Enterprise Services (DES), the investment wing of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) .

II. The official Ceremony was held at the Defence Headquarters of RSLAF in Freetown, Sierra Leone on 26th November, 2025.

III. The MoU was signed by Lieutenant General Amara Idara Bangura, Chief of Defence Staff (RSLAF) on behalf of DES. As Chairmen of their business organizations, Mr Mohamed Atta Gad and Eng Abdeen Abu Areida also signed the MOU on behalf of MAG Trade & Investment (SL) Ltd and Find Holding respectively.

IV. The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation between DES and the two Egyptian companies - one of which, MAG, maintains a registered local office in Sierra Leone. The collaboration will support development initiatives that contribute to Sierra Leone’s sustainable growth and long-term national objectives.

V. This partnership also reflects the shared commitment to strengthening economic ties and bilateral cooperation between the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Republic of Sierra Leone

VI. For information about RSLAF, please visit our page at *Ministry of Defence/Republic of Sierra Leone Armed*.

*Yayah Brima, Esq*
*Lieutenant Colonel*
*Director*
*Directorate of Defence Public* *Relations and Information*
*Defence Headquarters*
*Cockerill Barracks*
*Freetown*

*Phone/WhatsApp:*
*078 452 876*

26/11/2025

COURT MARTIAL TRIAL
(EPISODE 26)
26th November, 2025.

WHO SUGGESTED THE BRUTAL KILLING OF LOYAL SECURITY PERSONNEL?

I. This afternoon, the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) and the other security agencies in collaboration with the deceased's Family Members will hold an Interfaith Service in honour of the 18 security personnel, who were brutally killed in resistance against the bloody Coup of 26th November, 2023.

II. The two-year Memorial Service will take place today at about 2:30 pm at the Forecourt of Defence Headquarters, Cockerill Barracks in Freetown.

III. In the early hours of 26th November, 2023 - exactly two years today, Freetown was woken up with heavy sounds of gunshots.

IV. A group of retired and serving security personnel led by ex military Sergeant Amadu Koita Makalo attacked and broke into the armoury facilities at Wilberforce Barracks and took away a large cache of arms and ammunition.

V. Subsequently, the assailants extended their attack to Cockerill and Murray Town Barracks as well as to the country's custodial facilities, where they set free over 2,000 inmates.

VI. Some of the assailants had served and were still serving as security guards of former President Ernest Bai Koroma. These assailants included Idrissa Hamid Kamara alias Leather Booth, Sorieba Mansaray, Kabbah Dumbuya, ASP Ibrahim Sesay and Staff Sergeant Ibrahim Thorlu Bangura alias Tiger.

VII. In the Court Martial trial involving the State versus Staff Sergeant Alhaji Koroma and 26 Others, the Prosecution tendered a plethora of evidence to establish the offences of Mutiny, Murder and others preferred against the accused persons.

VIII. During the closing arguments of the trial, the Prosecution successfully argued that the attack of 26th November, 2023 was not an act orchestrated to commit Armed Robbery but an act planned, rehearsed and executed to commit Mutiny, Murder and other grave offences.

IX. The Prosecution further argued that the assailants had nurtured a common purpose not only to overthrow President Julius Maada Bio but also to brutally kill any loyal security personnel opposed to their dastardly act.

X. In one of the evidential audios tendered in Court by the Prosecution, the 6th Accused, Corporal Edward Koroma alias Smallie was heard suggesting the brutal killing of any loyal personnel, resisting them.

XI. Before the ex*****on of the Coup, the 6th Accused had conducted a recce and intelligence-gathering on the security of the main logistics facilities at Murray Town Barracks.

XII. Giving an update about the recce, the 6th Accused told his colleagues that the logistics facilities stored arms and ammunition as well as vehicles that they could utilize to reinforce their colleagues assigned to attack the Joint Presidential Guard Force (JPGF) at State Lodge.

XIII. Explaining his scheme of maneuver, the 6th Accused said that in order to seize the arms and ammunition as well as the vehicles, there was a need to secretly kill the Arms Storekeeper and all the loyal troops deployed to man the logistics facilities.

XIV. "We can attack and kill them with our bare hands or we can set their building on fire and burn them alive", the 6th Accused said in his audio, which was trabscribed.

XV. As dictated by the 6th Accused, on the day of the Coup three loyal military personnel namely, Staff Sergeant Kelkifa Kelly Marrah, Sergeant Thomas Rogers and Corporal Sam Kabba were shot and killed by Idrissa Hamid Kamara alias Leather Booth.

XVI. Leather Boot was one of the several assailants, who had sneaked into the logistics facilities on the night before the ex*****on of the Coup.

XVII. In resistance against the Coup, a total of 18 security personnel were brutally killed. They included:

1. Lieutenant-Colonel Wilfred Sao Samai (RSLAF)
2. Major John Robert Mboma (RSLAF)
3. Staff Sergeant Kelifa Kelly Marah (RSLAF)
4. Staff Sergeant Nabieu Marah (RSLAF)
5. Sergeant Thomas Rogers (RSLAF)
6. Sergeant Abdul Conteh (RSLAF)
7. Sergeant Gbessay Mbayo (RSLAF)
8. Corporal Stevens Sannoh (RSLAF)
9. Corporal Sam Kabbah (RSLAF)
10. Corporal Edmond Conteh (RSLAF)
11. Corporal Kai Mondeh (RSLAF)
12. Corporal Alimamy Kamara (RSLAF)
13. Lance Corporal Nabieu Bangura (RSLAF)
14. Lance Corporal Abu Bakarr Koroma (RSLAF)
15. Private Chernor Sulaiman Bah (RSLAF)
16. Corporal Claude Robert (SLP)
17. Police Constable Sheik-Man Kamara (SLP)
18. Third Class Obi Isaac Johnson (SLCS)

XVIII. At the Funeral Service held before they were interred, all the 18 deceased security personnel were posthumously promoted to the next ranks.

XIX. Sadly, other two civilians were also killed in the Coup. They were Michael Fayiah Kpundeh and Kema Foday Kai.

XX. Besides, in one of the evidential photos, the 6th Accused was armed with Rocket Propelled Grenades (RPGs) on the day of the Coup.

XXI. At the end of the Court Martial trial, the 6th Accused was found guilty of all the 14 counts. Subsequently, he was sentenced to a maximum jail term of 120 years.

XXI. For information about RSLAF, please visit our page at Ministry of Defence/Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces or our website at www.mod.gov.sl.

Yayah Brima, Esq.,
Lieutenant Colonel,
*Director,
Directorate of Defence Public Relations and nformation,
Defence Headquarters,
Cockerill Barracks,
Freetown.

Phone/WhatsApp:
078 452 876

17/11/2025

Opening and Commissioning Ceremony of the Teko Barracks Military Hospital, Under the Distinguished Grand Chief Patronage of Her Excellency Dr, Fatima Maada Jabbie Bio, First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone, at Teko Barracks Makeni .

09/11/2025

Annual Remembrance Day Commemoration of Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Cenotaph, Ministerial Building,
George Street,Freetown.

07/11/2025

Annual Remembrance Day Commemoration and Planting of the Crosses and Crescents Ceremony, at the Taylor Cummings Garden,Freetown.

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