The Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), Mr. Sahr Yomba Senesi, has officially broken ground for the construction of a modern medical facility at the Kingtom Police Hospital. The new facility will include a blood bank, dental clinic, and eye care unit on Friday, 17 April 2026.
The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by members of the Executive Management Board, hospital staff, media practitioners, and other key stakeholders. Among the notable attendees were the Director of Medical Services, Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Dr. Mohamed I. Jalloh; the Director of Support Services, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Alieu Turay; and the Deputy Director of Medical Services and Medical Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Dr. John Mumuneh Konteh.
In his keynote address, DIG Senesi conveyed greetings from the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. William Fayia Sellu, who was unable to attend due to pressing national engagements.
DIG Senesi expressed his pleasure in officiating the ceremony, describing the project as a significant step toward improving healthcare delivery within the Sierra Leone Police. He noted that the addition of dental, eye care, and blood bank services would reduce the burden on personnel seeking specialized treatment, enhance emergency response capabilities, and improve the overall well-being of officers and their families.
He further emphasized that the ongoing upgrade of police medical infrastructure reflects the IGP’s strong commitment to personnel welfare. Reflecting on his early years of service, he recalled working at the hospital in the early 2000s, describing it as a place where he “cut his teeth” in administration.
In his welcome address, AIG Dr. Mohamed I. Jalloh commended the IGP and the Executive Management Board for their continued efforts to transform Police Medical Services. He highlighted ongoing developments at the hospital, including the construction of a mortuary and other key projects.
Also speaking at the event, ACP Alieu Turay described the ceremony as another major milestone for the Sierra Leone Police. He referenced several infrastructural initiatives carried out under his supervision, including the recently completed mortuary, and assured stakeholders that the new facility would be completed on schedule.
He stressed that effective policing extends beyond law enforcement, underscoring the importance of prioritizing the health and welfare of personnel through the development of internal medical facilities.
ASP Dr. John Mumuneh Konteh, in his remarks, described the occasion as historic. He noted that the blood bank would play a vital role during emergencies, while the dental clinic would significantly improve oral healthcare services for police personnel. He also commended the IGP for his continued support for staff welfare.
The ceremony concluded with the symbolic turning of the sod, marking the official commencement of construction works on the new facility.