AYV News, June 7, 2024
Newly elected executives of the Sierra Leone Bar Association (SLBA) headed by Tuma Adama Gento-Kamara have apologised to the Sierra Leone Police over what was described as “the physical assault on men and women of the Force at the Kenema Bar Association’s Annual General Meeting.
President of the Association, Madam Gento-Kamara said: “Even at a physical confrontation and assault by some of our colleagues, the Police restrain themselves and acted professionally.”
She commended the Police for their professionalism during the Kenema meeting, while informing that their purpose of visiting the Force was to acquaint the new executives with the Force and to further strengthen ties.
Inspector General of the Sierra Leone Police, William Fayia Sellu congratulated the new executives and wish them well in their endeavours. He expressed happiness to have provided security support that saw the peaceful conduct of the process amidst some challenges.
Attack on police officers he said did not come as a surprise to them, while reaffirming Police commitment in strengthening ties with Bar.
IG Sellu said: “I want to reaffirm our commitment to support you. At any time you need our support just call”, noting that he was looking forward to an improved working relationship with the Bar.
