By: Mamajah Jalloh
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), William Fayia Sellu, has urged newly recruited police officers to uphold discipline, professionalism and respect for authority as they prepare to assume their responsibilities in the Sierra Leone Police (SLP).
The IGP made the call on Friday, 30th October 2026, during an engagement with recruits at the Sierra Leone Peacekeeping and Law Enforcement Academy (SILEA), Campus I, Hastings.
Addressing the recruits, IGP Sellu described discipline, professionalism and respect for authority as fundamental principles of effective law enforcement, stressing that they are essential to building a professional, accountable and service-oriented police institution.
He commended the recruits for their impressive performance during the rehearsal parade, praising their dedication, precision and level of preparedness.
The IGP also expressed appreciation to the Commandant, instructors and support staff at SILEA Campus I in Hastings and Campus II in Samu for their continued commitment to training and developing police personnel.
He further acknowledged their collective efforts in advancing the objectives of the Police Training Department and equipping recruits with the knowledge, skills and discipline required to discharge their policing responsibilities.
The engagement underscored the importance of discipline, professionalism and effective training in strengthening the Sierra Leone Police and ensuring its commitment to serving and protecting the people.