Makeni Children’s Forum Network President Accused of Sexual Abuse

According to a report by Beline Media Empire, the Children’s Forum Network (CFN) branch in Makeni is embroiled in a growing scandal after its President, Mohamed Sallieu Jalloh, was accused of sexual assault, child abuse, and abuse of power.

The allegations have exposed a troubling culture of silence among some child protection authorities in Bombali District, particularly the Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs.

As reported by Beline Media Empire, children themselves bypassed formal reporting channels and turned to Associate Members of CFN in Bombali for help, saying they had nowhere else to go. “We had to speak out because nobody was listening,” a 15-year-old CFN member told Beline Media Empire. “We expected protection, but instead, we were told to ‘keep quiet.'”

The investigation by Beline Media Empire reveals that two girls were allegedly assaulted by Jalloh. One of the girls stated that Jalloh often touches her in a way she finds uncomfortable and frequently sends her inappropriate messages.

When reached for comment via WhatsApp after the Beline Media Empire article was published, Jalloh boldly denied the allegations, calling them a “witch hunt” and attributing them to hatred.

The Associate Members of CFN have taken a bold stance, openly challenging claims that they lack the constitutional mandate to act. “We are not interested in titles or power struggles,” said one Civil Rights Activist in the region.

The Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs Office in Makeni has not issued an official statement, and the accused president remains in office, according to a report by Beline Media Empire.