The Regional Police Commander for Freetown West, Assistant Inspector General (AIG) Sylvester M.N. Koroma, on Saturday, 2 May 2026, held a high-level meeting with authorities of Fourah Bay College following recent unrest on campus at Leicester Village.
The engagement comes after disturbances on Friday, 1 May 2026, during which a series of attacks allegedly carried out by students resulted in property damage and injuries to several individuals.
In a proactive effort to address the situation and find lasting solutions to recurring challenges at the institution, AIG Koroma convened a constructive dialogue with key members of the college administration. Among those present were the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Professor Baio; the Deputy Registrar, Brima Bah; and the Warden of Students, Fareed Bangura, along with other senior staff.
During the meeting, the Deputy Registrar, Ibrahim Bah, expressed deep concern over the institution’s recent negative publicity. He called for collective action among staff to address the incident, noting that it has significantly tarnished the image of Fourah Bay College.
The Deputy Vice Chancellor also raised serious concerns, describing the unrest as not only an attack on students but also on the authority of the institution. He further highlighted the lack of timely communication from staff during the incident and stressed the need for stricter administrative measures to strengthen campus security.
Other staff members, including wardens of students, provided detailed accounts of the incident and outlined steps already taken in response.
In his remarks, AIG Koroma assured the college authorities of the Sierra Leone Police’s commitment to thoroughly investigate the matter and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice. He urged the administration to support the investigation by providing credible information, particularly regarding individuals or leaders of student groups suspected to be involved in the violence.
The meeting concluded with key resolutions, including the immediate suspension of all club activities on campus. Additionally, the student elections scheduled for 23 May 2026 will be reviewed, with plans to implement enhanced security measures to ensure a safe and orderly process.