𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐏 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚 𝐋𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 

The Inspector General of Police, Mr William Fayia Sellu, and the UNDP Resident Representative, Mr Frederick Ampiah, on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, conducted a high-level feasibility and assessment tour of the Sierra Leone Peacekeeping and Law Enforcement Academy (SILEA) at Hastings, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen and modernise police training infrastructure.

The visit focused on evaluating existing facilities, identifying critical gaps, and outlining priority areas for development in line with plans to upgrade the academy to meet international standards. The assessment forms part of broader collaboration between the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) and UNDP to support institutional transformation and capacity building.

During the tour, Mr Ampiah explained that the initiative aims to transform SILEA into a world-class training institution aligned with global best practices. He noted that proposed improvements include the construction of standard pavilions with VIP and sanitation facilities, the paving of the drill square, and the rehabilitation and expansion of other key infrastructure across the academy.

He emphasised that the planned upgrades will support the SLP’s transition from a force-based structure to a more service-oriented policing model, ensuring that officers are trained in a modern and professional environment.

IGP Sellu described the feasibility exercise as thorough and impactful, noting that the scope of UNDP’s proposed support demonstrates strong commitment to the development of the police institution. He expressed satisfaction with the assessment findings and the level of engagement observed during the visit.

He further thanked the UNDP Resident Representative and his team for undertaking the tour, stating that a clearer understanding of the academy’s current condition will help shape future partnerships and targeted interventions.

Both institutional heads reaffirmed their shared commitment to improving facilities at SILEA and positioning the academy as a centre of excellence for peacekeeping and law enforcement training.