By: Audrey Raymonda John
The Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has successfully concluded a five-day intensive induction training aimed at enhancing investigators’ capacity for effective crime detection and prosecution. The training was held at the Police Wives Association Multipurpose Hall, Kingtom, Freetown.
Delivering the closing remarks, Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Sahr Yamba Senesi noted that such comprehensive training had not been conducted for several years. He highlighted that under the leadership of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Mr. Sellu and the Executive Management Board, it was essential to equip Criminal Investigation Department (CID) personnel with the knowledge and skills necessary to improve service delivery.
DIG Senesi described the programme as timely and landmark, emphasizing that knowledge acquisition directly enhances effectiveness and productivity in police duties. He commended the facilitators and organizers for a well-structured programme, congratulated the participants, and urged them to share the skills learned with colleagues who were unable to attend.
The Acting Director of Training, ACP Joe Kamanda Bongay, expressed appreciation for the initiative, noting that it had been long overdue. He thanked the IGP for prioritizing capacity building through continuous training and workshops, adding that visionary leadership prepares personnel for future challenges. He also congratulated the participants on successfully completing the programme.
Representing the Director of Crime Services, ACP Joan Bull Kamara, SLP’s Legal Officer One, highlighted that the CID is the nucleus and heartbeat of the SLP. She said the training was designed to strengthen professional investigative procedures and urged participants to apply the knowledge gained in their daily work.
The Head of CID, ACP Allieu Jalloh, expressed gratitude to the Training Department and facilitators, noting that CID personnel had finally been given the opportunity to acquire professional investigative skills after several years. He encouraged participants to put their newly acquired knowledge into practice, describing knowledge as invaluable.
Participants also expressed appreciation, noting that the training had equipped them with the skills needed to enhance effective service delivery.
The programme concluded with the presentation of certificates and a group photograph featuring facilitators and participants.