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Makeni Student Association Of Journalist M.SAJ Bombali, Makeni (2025)

01/11/2025

𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐄𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐒𝐋𝐅𝐀 𝐌𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐮𝐩

East End Lions have once again shown why they are one of the giants of Sierra Leonean football after being crowned champions of this year’s 𝐒𝐋𝐅𝐀 𝐌𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐮𝐩. The “Killers” defeated Bhantal FC 2–0 in a thrilling encounter played at the Approved School Field in Freetown.

It was a tough contest from start to finish, with both teams creating plenty of chances in the first half but failing to find the back of the net. The breakthrough finally came in the 70th minute when 𝐀𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐃𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐮𝐲𝐚 fired home a beautiful finish to put East End Lions ahead, sending their fans into wild celebrations.

As the game approached its end, 𝐌𝐨𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐊𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐚 sealed the victory in the 90th minute with a well-timed tap-in from a low cross, securing a well-deserved win for the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒/𝟐𝟓 𝐋𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬.

The match was graced by several football dignitaries, including the 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚 𝐋𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐄𝐱-𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐨 𝐊𝐰𝐚𝐤𝐮 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐤, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧, 𝐑𝐞𝐯. 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩 𝐁𝐮𝐜𝐤.

Thousands of fans from across Freetown and other parts of the country filled the Approved School Field to witness what many described as an exciting and memorable clash between two of the country’s top clubs.

The Unity Cup serves as the traditional curtain-raiser to the new football season, which officially kicks off on 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟖𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.

Meanwhile, all eyes now turn to 𝐁𝐨 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲, where the first-ever 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐮𝐩 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 will be played on 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝐬𝐭, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, at the prestigious 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐚. The game will feature reigning Women’

30/10/2025

SLP Steps Up War on Drugs — 130 Suspects Arrested in Nationwide Crackdown.

Freetown, Sierra Leone — Wednesday, 29th October 2025:
The Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has intensified its nationwide fight against drug trafficking and abuse, resulting in the arrest of 130 suspects and the seizure of large quantities of suspected narcotic substances across the country.

This development was disclosed during the SLP’s weekly press briefing held at the Senior Police Officers’ Mess, Kingtom, where the Head of the Transnational Organised Crime Unit (TOCU), Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Michael J. K. Laggah, provided detailed updates on recent operations.

According to Assistant Inspector General (AIG) Dr. John Martin Senesie, the coordinated raids and checkpoint operations conducted between 20th and 26th October 2025 formed part of an ongoing national campaign to dismantle drug supply networks and bring traffickers to justice.

He emphasized that the SLP’s strategy combines strong enforcement with community engagement, adding that while arrests and prosecutions are crucial, public education and collaboration remain equally vital in curbing the growing menace of drug abuse.

The operations yielded significant results, including several high-profile arrests:

1. Kadiatu Barrie Arrested in Makeni
On Monday, 20th October 2025, at No. 7 Lawyer Street, Makeni, one Kadiatu Barrie was arrested with fifty-five (55) tablets of Tramadol and twenty-five (25) wraps of substances suspected to be Kush.
(Case awaiting legal advice.)

2. Abdul Akim Bangura Arrested in Kambia
On Tuesday, 22nd October 2025, at Rogbere Police Checkpoint, Kambia District, Abdul Akim Bangura was intercepted with 1,327 strips of tablets suspected to be Tramadol.
(Case awaiting legal advice.)

3. Guinean National Nabbed with Cocaine at Jendema Border
On Thursday, 23rd October 2025, Laurencia Kollie, a Guinean national, was arrested at the Gendema Customs Police Checkpoint, Pujehun District, with ninety-one (91) pellets of substances suspected to be cocaine.
(Awaiting forensic analysis and report.)

4. Major Kush Seizure in Makeni — Marie Keita in Custody
On Sunday, 26th October 2025, at No. 4 Congo Town Road, Makeni, Marie Keita was arrested with 200 wraps of shredded leaves suspected to be Kush, three half-filled black polythene bags containing similar substances, one half-filled bag containing green leaves suspected to be marshmallow, and one black electronic scale.
(Awaiting forensic analysis and report.)

5. Ibrahim Kamara Arrested in Makeni
On the same day, at No. 4 Campbell Street, Makeni, Ibrahim Kamara was arrested with sixteen (16) wraps of shredded leaves suspected to be Kush.
(Awaiting forensic analysis and report.)

Police data revealed that 174 drug raids were conducted nationwide during the reporting period, resulting in the arrest of 130 suspects. Of these, 51 have been charged to court, while 79 remain under investigation.

AIG Senesie commended all officers involved in the successful operations and reaffirmed the SLP’s commitment to sustaining the war on drugs through both hard and soft approaches.

He explained that the hard approach involves detection, arrest, investigation, and prosecution, while the soft approach focuses on community sensitisation, public education, and media engagement.

The Sierra Leone Police continues to encourage citizens to report drug-related activities within their communities and to support law enforcement efforts aimed at safeguarding public health and safety.

SLP Media Tea Freetown, Sierra Leone

15/10/2025

'𝑳𝒆𝒕’𝒔 𝒓𝒆𝒐𝒓𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒛𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒇𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔’
- 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐢𝐨 𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬

President Julius Maada Bio has addressed the Leone Stars at Sea Bird Express Lungi, praising them for their efforts in the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.

Sierra Leone beat Djibouti 2-1 in their final match in Casablanca, Morocco, on Sunday.

President Bio urged the players and officials to reorganize in order to qualify for future international tournaments.

He also promised to engage with the Leone Stars in the near future to discuss ways the team can improve and how the government can continue to provide support.

He greeted the players and officials, challenging them to do more.

09/10/2025

JUST IN! 😳
Sources close to the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education, have revealed that the delay in releasing the 2025 May/June WASSCE results is due to financial challenges encountered by the Ministry. This development has placed the Ministry in a state of dilemma, as they're yet to fulfill their mandate by paying the examination council, WAEC.

Parents, teachers, and candidates have raised concerns regarding the delay, recounting that the fate of those who write the exams stands at a crossroads. While Universities will resume their operations soon, and forms are already out, it remains unclear whether the Ministry will fulfill its responsibility to resolve the situation and release the results before the climax of this month.

05/10/2025

📸 Meet All the Finalists – 2025 Presidential National Best Teacher Award 🇸🇱

In a moment of pride and national celebration, all six finalists for the 2025 Presidential National Best Teacher Award gathered for a memorable photo with:

👤 H.E. Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh– Vice President of the Republic of Sierra Leone
📘 Mr. Conrad O. Sackey – Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education

These exceptional educators stood out from across the country for their unwavering dedication, innovative teaching, and commitment to shaping Sierra Leone's future through quality education.

Finalists Included:
1. Mr. Hassan Turay
2. Mr. James Idrissa Bangura
3. Mr. Mohamed Samuel Fullah
4. Mr. Mohamed Bobson Kamara
5. Mr. Yirah Fayamba Koroma
6. Mr. Maligie Thomas Baima

This powerful image stands as a symbol of excellence, national pride, and the value Sierra Leone places on education.

🇸🇱

05/10/2025

📸 *Proud Moments in Education!*

Here is a powerful and inspiring image of the *two outstanding winners* of the *2025 Presidential National Best Teacher Award*:

🥇 *Mr. Hassan Turay*
🥇 *Mr. James Idrissa Bangura*

Standing tall and proud *side by side*, these two exceptional educators are captured in a symbolic photograph *with His Excellency, the Vice President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh*, during the award ceremony at the *Unimak Auditorium, Makeni City*.

This moment not only celebrates their achievements but also serves as a reminder of the *transformational power of teachers* in shaping the future of our nation.

They each received *60 million old Leones* from the Government of Sierra Leone in recognition of their excellence, service, and passion for education.

👏 *Congratulations once again to Mr. Turay and Mr. Bangura — true champions of Sierra Leone’s classrooms!

🇸🇱📚*

05/10/2025

📣 Meet Mr. Hassan Turay – Sierra Leone’s Best Teacher 2025! 👑📚

We proudly celebrate Mr. Hassan Turay, who has been officially crowned one of the Best Teachers of the Year 2025 at the prestigious Presidential National Best Teacher Award Ceremony held at the Unimak Auditorium in Makeni City.

His outstanding dedication, passion for teaching, and unwavering commitment to academic excellence have earned him this well-deserved national recognition.

As a symbol of appreciation for his remarkable service in education, Mr. Turay was awarded 60 million old Leones by the Government of Sierra Leone for his exceptional performance and contributions to the nation's educational growth.

👏 Congratulations, Mr. Turay — your legacy of inspiration continues to shape minds and uplift communities! 🇸🇱

05/10/2025

🎉 Ladies and Gentlemen, Meet Mr. James Idrissa Bangura! 👏

It is with great pride and joy that we introduce Mr. James Idrissa Bangura, the second recipient of the prestigious 2025 Presidential National Best Teacher Award!

Crowned during the official ceremony held at the Unimak Auditorium in Makeni City, Mr. Bangura was honored for his exceptional service, innovative teaching methods, and passionate commitment to shaping the minds of future leaders in Sierra Leone.

His excellence in education truly reflects the values of dedication, leadership, and transformational impact in the classroom and beyond.

As a reward for his outstanding contribution, Mr. Bangura received a cash prize of 60 million old Leones from the Government of Sierra Leone — a well-deserved recognition of his relentless efforts and achievements in the education sector.

🎓 Congratulations, Mr. Bangura! Your hard work continues to inspire both students and fellow educators across the nation.

05/10/2025

MSAJ REPORT – OFFICIAL

ANNOUNCEMENT OF WINNERS
Presidential National Best Teacher Award 2025
Venue: Unimak Auditorium, Makeni City

In a proud and emotional moment during the grand ceremony, *His Excellency the Vice President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, was given the special honor to announce the two outstanding winners of the 2025 Presidential National Best Teacher Award.

After a highly competitive and transparent selection process, the two best teachers for 2025 are:

🥇 Mr. Hassan Turay
🥇 Mr. James idrissa Bangura

The Vice President, while making the announcement, praised all finalists for their relentless efforts in shaping the future of Sierra Leone through quality education. He encouraged them to continue being role models and change-makers in their schools and communities.

The event was filled with applause, celebration, and inspiration as these two exceptional educators were crowned with the highest national honor in the teaching profession.

*— Reporting for MSAJ Bombali*

05/10/2025

*MSAJ REPORT – FINALISTS ANNOUNCED*
*Presidential National Best Teacher Award 2025*
*Venue: Unimak Auditorium, Makeni City*

We are pleased to announce the *top six finalists* for the prestigious *Presidential National Best Teacher Award 2025*, selected from a pool of highly qualified and passionate educators from across Sierra Leone.

*The Finalists Are:*

1. *Mr. Mohamed Samuel Fulla*
2. *Mr. James Idrissa Bangura*
3. *Mr. Mohamed Bobson Kamara*
4. *Mr. Yirah Fayamba Koroma*
5. *Mr. Hassan Turay*
6. *Mr. Maligie Thomas Baima*

These educators have been recognized for their *outstanding contributions*, *innovative teaching methods*, and their *positive impact* on students and communities alike.

The announcement was made during the national ceremony held at the *University of Makeni (Unimak) Auditorium*, with dignitaries including the *Vice President of Sierra Leone*, education stakeholders, and representatives from various districts in attendance.

Congratulations to all the finalists! Your dedication continues to inspire a better future for Sierra Leone’s education system.

Reporting for MSAJ*

05/10/2025

MSAJ REPORT – UPDATE
Presidential National Best Teacher Award Ceremony
Venue: University of Makeni (Unimak) Auditorium, Makeni City

During the ongoing presidential National Best Teacher Award ceremony, the Chairman of the Teaching Service Commission (TSC), Mr. Lans W. Kelfala, delivered a detailed overview of the nomination and selection process for this prestigious national award.

Mr. Kelfala explained that the selection process was highly competitive, transparent, and inclusive, with districts across the country nominating outstanding teachers based on merit, impact, and dedication to education.

He presented the following breakdown of district nominations:

- Bonthe District – 4 nominees
- Bombali District – 2 nominees
- Western Area Urban – 1 nominee
- Western Area Rural – 4 nominees
- Port Loko District – 3 nominees
- Falaba District – 3 nominees
- Moyamba District – 1 nominee
- Koinadugu District – 1 nominee

These nominees represent some of the most dedicated and transformational educators in Sierra Leone. Mr. Kelfala emphasized that the award is not just about recognition but about celebrating excellence in teaching and encouraging more educators to give their best. He concluded by thanking all district education offices and school administrators for their support and commitment to the national education vision.

— Reporting for MSAJ

04/10/2025

MSAJ REPORT – UPDATE
Presidential National Best Teacher Award Ceremony
Venue: Unimak Auditorium, Makeni City

The Vice President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, served as the Keynote Speaker for this prestigious national event held in honor of outstanding teachers across the country.

In his deeply moving address, Dr. Jalloh began by recognizing the immense sacrifices and dedication of teachers, describing them as the pillars of national development. As a powerful gesture of respect, he invited all dignitaries and attendees to stand and offer a round of applause for every teacher in Sierra Leone — a moment that drew emotional cheers from the audience.

The Vice President congratulated teachers globally for their resilience, patience, and unwavering commitment to shaping minds and building nations. He emphasized the government's recognition of the teaching profession as a backbone of national progress and assured continued support toward improving the welfare, training, and working conditions of educators.

He closed by encouraging teachers to remain steadfast in their calling, and to know that their work is seen, valued, and celebrated at the highest level of government.

— Reporting for MSAJ

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