IGP Talks Tough

Speaking at the Ministry of Information and Civic Education Press Conference on Tuesday, 28th January 2025, on the government’s response to allegations of an international drug trafficker residing in Sierra Leone, the Inspector General of Police, William Fayia Sellu provided further clarity on the issue.
He further stated that Sierra Leone, as a Member of Interpol, has access to the I-24/7 platform, which monitors and shares critical intelligence on wanted individuals globally and for the past four years, no red alert has been issued concerning Jos Leijdekkers.
He further highlighted the issue of how Interpol worked with the Sierra Leone Police to arrest 3 fugitives from Liberia that surfaced in Sierra Leone, They were successful arrested and handed over to Interpol. However, given the circulation of allegations on social media, the Sierra Leone Police have initiated an investigation to verify the claims.

The IGP assured the public that the government remains firmly committed to combating drug-related crimes and is ready to cooperate with international partners to ensure justice is served.
For his part, the Minister of Information Chernor Bah, said in addressing recent international allegations regarding the presence of a Dutch cocaine kingpin, Jos Leijdekkers, in Sierra Leone, the government has not received any formal or informal request from the Dutch government or any other country regarding this matter.
Given the gravity of the allegations, His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has ordered a thorough investigation to establish the identity of the individual in question and determine any potential illegal activities within Sierra Leonean territory.
Minister Bah also expressed the government’s willingness to collaborate with international law enforcement agencies, including Interpol and the Dutch government, to ensure transparency and accountability.