Freetown, Saturday, 25 April 2026 — The Inspector General of Police, William Fayia Sellu, has led a large-scale sanitation exercise across key locations in Freetown, in collaboration with stakeholders within the security sector and other relevant agencies.
The cleaning initiative, aimed at promoting environmental hygiene and public health, covered several strategic areas, including Samba Gutter, Up Gun, Ferry Junction, East End Police, Annie Walsh Corner, Fourah Bay Road, Goderich Street, and PZ, among other major streets and intersections across the city.
Senior police officials, including the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Sahr Yomba Senesi, and the Director of Operations, John Martin Senesie, participated in the exercise alongside other high-ranking officers from the Sierra Leone Correctional Service, the National Fire Force, and staff of the Freetown City Council, demonstrating strong leadership and commitment to community service.
Speaking during the exercise, IGP Sellu underscored the importance of maintaining a clean and healthy environment. He stressed that sanitation is a shared responsibility requiring the collective efforts of both security institutions and the general public. He noted that such initiatives play a vital role in enhancing community well-being and strengthening effective policing.
Personnel from the Sierra Leone Police, supported by other security agencies, actively engaged in clearing debris, sweeping streets, and ensuring that major intersections remain free from waste and obstruction.
Residents and commuters have widely welcomed the initiative, commending the proactive leadership of the police in addressing sanitation challenges within the capital.
The Sierra Leone Police continues to encourage the public to take ownership of their environment and contribute to sustaining a cleaner, safer, and healthier Freetown.
SLP Media Team
