In a significant step toward improving staff welfare and healthcare delivery within Sierra Leone’s Judiciary, the Deputy Minister of Health, Prof. Charles Senesie, joined representatives of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and senior Judiciary officials on Tuesday to perform the symbolic turning of the sod for the construction of the Judiciary’s first-ever health clinic.
The project, facilitated by the Honourable Chief Justice, His Lordship Justice Komba Kamanda, is aimed at providing essential healthcare services for judges, magistrates, judicial staff, and other court personnel.
The proposed modern healthcare facility will include a dedicated waiting area and treatment room, a rest room, a pharmaceutical storage facility, reliable electricity and running water, modern medical equipment, and dedicated nursing staff to support efficient healthcare delivery.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Deputy Master and Registrar, Lloyd Hindolo Jusu, highlighted the importance of establishing a dedicated healthcare facility within the Judiciary.
He assured stakeholders that the clinic would be properly managed and maintained to ensure long-term benefits for judicial officers and staff.
“The nature of judicial work is demanding and often stressful, especially for judges and magistrates who handle complex matters on a daily basis,” Jusu said. “The mental and physical well-being of our officers and staff is critical to the effective administration of justice.”
The Chief Executive Officer of ALCON Construction Company, Engineer Alieu J. Jalloh, expressed appreciation for the confidence placed in his company to execute the project. He outlined the architectural design and construction plans and assured the Judiciary and its partners that the facility would be delivered according to approved specifications and the highest professional standards.
Representing the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Humanitarian Missionary Elder Lonnie Larson explained that the initiative forms part of the Church’s broader humanitarian programme aimed at strengthening institutions and supporting community development.
He disclosed that ALCON Construction Company was selected through a competitive bidding process to undertake the project.
Elder Larson further revealed that the idea for the clinic emerged following discussions with Honourable Justice Marke Ngegba, who highlighted the urgent need for a healthcare facility within the Judiciary a vision strongly supported by the Honourable Chief Justice. Subsequent consultations were held with the Chief Justice to develop and implement the initiative.
He commended Chief Justice Komba Kamanda for his commitment, openness, and unwavering support toward the realization of the project.
“We are very pleased with the level of commitment demonstrated by the Honourable Chief Justice and the warm reception given to this humanitarian initiative. We believe this clinic will greatly benefit the Judiciary and its workforce,” Elder Larson stated.
The symbolic turning of the sod marks the official commencement of construction and represents another major milestone in the Judiciary’s ongoing welfare and institutional reform agenda under the leadership of Honourable Chief Justice Komba Kamanda.
The project is expected to significantly improve access to healthcare services for judicial personnel, thereby enhancing staff well-being and contributing to the effective administration of justice in Sierra Leone.