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The Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has taken a pivotal step towards modernising its operations through a new digital initiative, distributing 39 laptops to Local Unit Commanders (LUCs) nationwide.
This move marks a major milestone in the force’s implementation of the Strategic Development Plan (SDP) 2025–2029, which aims to enhance efficiency and service delivery through technology.
The laptops were officially handed over by Inspector General of Police (IGP) William Fayia Sellu during the closing ceremony of a two-day workshop for Local Unit Commanders at Police Headquarters, Kingtom. The initiative aligns with Goal Four, Intervention Five of the SDP, which emphasises embracing innovation and digital tools in policing, in support of President Julius Maada Bio’s Technology and Infrastructure Game Changer agenda.
According to the SLP, this development marks the start of a paperless administrative system within the Sierra Leone Police, as all divisional commanders are now expected to conduct official correspondence electronically via a digital network. Once connected to the national fiber optic infrastructure, the laptops will facilitate seamless online communication between Police Headquarters and divisional units, drastically reducing reliance on paper-based processes. Stationery will be reserved primarily for operational needs such as statement-taking and physical record-keeping.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, IGP Sellu described the initiative as a landmark achievement in the force’s ongoing transformation. He highlighted that the procurement of laptops aims to improve operational efficiency, streamline communication, and bolster service delivery across all police divisions.
“The computers are intended to enhance your performance and improve the manner in which you discharge your responsibilities as Local Unit Commanders,” IGP Sellu stated. He also disclosed that plans are already in place to connect all devices to the fiber optic network, ensuring uninterrupted internet access for commanders nationwide. This digital platform is expected to enable faster communication, better record management, and more informed decision-making at both divisional and national levels.
The IGP challenged the commanders to maximise the benefits of the new technology and the skills acquired during the workshop. “As you return to your divisions, much is expected from each one of you. You must add value to the Sierra Leone Police by applying the knowledge you have gained and embracing this new digital system to improve service delivery,” he urged.
The digital transformation initiative is expected to significantly enhance operational efficiency, reduce administrative delays, improve data management, and foster better coordination among police divisions nationwide.
