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The College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences (COMAHS), University of Sierra Leone (USL), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Sierra Leone Police Medical Services Department to strengthen healthcare delivery and enhance clinical training opportunities for students.
The signing ceremony took place on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the Executive Management Board (EMB) Headquarters of the Sierra Leone Police in Kingtom, Freetown. The COMAHS delegation, led by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, met with members of the Executive Management Board, the highest decision-making body of the Sierra Leone Police, to formalise the partnership.
The MoU aims to establish a collaborative framework between the Sierra Leone Police Medical Services, including the Police Hospital, and COMAHS to facilitate clinical postings and practical training for students pursuing studies in Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Public Health, and other allied health disciplines.
Clinical postings remain a vital component of medical education, bridging the gap between theoretical learning and practical application. Through hands-on experience and direct patient care, students can build confidence, develop competence, and acquire the professional skills necessary for independent medical practice. Such training also enhances their ability to assess patients, interpret medical investigations, and make evidence-based clinical decisions.
The COMAHS delegation was received by Dr Mohamed Ibrahim Jalloh, Director of Medical Services at the Sierra Leone Police Hospital. The event brought together senior police officials, including Deputy Inspector General of Police, Mr Sahr Yomba Senesie, and Assistant Inspector General of Police, Mr Sylvester Koroma, along with other members of the Police leadership.
Speaking on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, who was unavoidably absent, Deputy Inspector General Senesie described the MoU as a mutually beneficial partnership that would positively impact both institutions. He reaffirmed the Sierra Leone Police’s commitment to the agreement, noting that the MoU represents more than a formal document, but a foundation for sustained collaboration.
Mr. Senesie further emphasized that the partnership comes at a critical time as the Sierra Leone Police continues its transition from a “Force” to a “Service,” highlighting the need to strengthen key service-delivery sectors, particularly the medical department. “As we transition from Force to Service, one area we need to step up is the medical department,” he stated.
During the ceremony, Professor James Russell presented the MoU for signing and requested that the document be read aloud to ensure that all stakeholders fully understood its provisions. The request was granted, with Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim Jalloh reading the document before it was signed.
In his remarks, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor described the agreement as a significant milestone in Sierra Leone’s healthcare and educational landscape. He noted that the collaboration reflects a shared commitment to advancing healthcare delivery, clinical training, research, and national service.
He also expressed appreciation to the Sierra Leone Police Medical Services for the opportunity to collaborate, assuring that the facility would be effectively utilized to enhance knowledge, strengthen practical skills, and promote professionalism among future healthcare practitioners.
The signing of the MoU marks the beginning of a strategic partnership aimed at improving healthcare service delivery while expanding quality clinical training opportunities for students of the College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences.
