Sierra Leone – April 25, 2026: The Inspector General of Police (IGP), William Fayia Sellu, has spearheaded a large-scale sanitation exercise across key locations in Freetown, working in collaboration with security sector stakeholders and other relevant agencies.
The initiative, aimed at promoting environmental hygiene and public health, targeted several strategic areas including Samba Gutter, Up Gun, Ferry Junction, East End Police, Annie Walsh Corner, Fourah Bay Road, Goderich Street, and PZ, among other major streets and intersections.
Strong Institutional Participation
Senior police officials, including Deputy Inspector General of Police Sahr Yomba Senesi and Director of Operations John Martin Senesie, joined the exercise alongside high-ranking officers from the Sierra Leone Correctional Service, the National Fire Force, and staff of the Freetown City Council. Their participation underscored a strong commitment to community service and inter-agency collaboration.
IGP’s Call for Collective Responsibility
Speaking during the exercise, IGP Sellu emphasized the importance of maintaining a clean and healthy environment. He noted that sanitation is a shared responsibility requiring the collective efforts of both security institutions and the general public.
“Sanitation is not just about cleanliness; it is about community well-being and effective policing,” Sellu said, stressing that such initiatives enhance public health and strengthen trust between citizens and law enforcement.
Public Response
Personnel from the Sierra Leone Police, supported by other agencies, actively engaged in clearing debris, sweeping streets, and ensuring that major intersections remained free from waste and obstruction.
Residents and commuters widely welcomed the initiative, commending the proactive leadership of the police in tackling sanitation challenges across the capital.
The Sierra Leone Police have encouraged the public to take ownership of their environment and contribute to sustaining a cleaner, safer, and healthier Freetown.