Police Meet Okada Union to Tackle Indiscipline at Model Junction

Some senior officers of the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) have engaged some executive members of the Commercial Bike Riders’ Union in a bid to curb growing indiscipline and lawlessness among commercial motorbike riders on Sunday, June 8, at Model Junction, Hill Side Bypass Road in Freetown.

The meeting, which began at 6:00 in the morning, was led by Deputy Inspector General of Police Mr. Sahr Yomba Senesie together with the Director of Operations Mr. John Martin Senesie, Regional Commander for Freetown West AIG Sylvester Koroma, and Director of Traffic CP Abdul Moijueh.

During what participants described as a productive dialogue, the police and riders’ representatives agreed on several new measures to improve road safety and restore order in the area.

Key resolutions include a new traffic flow for motorbikes coming from Fourah Bay College (FBC), who must now use Allen Street, pass through the Gaza area parking bay, and exit via Model Hillside. Taxis heading toward FBC are required to park at a designated area near Winners Chapel Church. Parking on both sides of the road is now strictly prohibited for all vehicles and commercial motorbikes.

To support enforcement, Police said crash barriers have been installed, and ten officers, six from the Operational Support Division and four traffic police have been deployed.

The Chairman of the Riders’ Union pledged full cooperation with police, promising that union marshals would work alongside officers to maintain discipline.

Senior officers, including DIG Senesie, urged all leaders within the drivers’ and riders’ unions to strictly observe the new guidelines and prioritise public safety.

This initiative marks a shift toward a more community-focused approach by the Sierra Leone Police, focusing on partnership and dialogue over confrontation. It reflects the SLP’s broader mission to serve and protect through cooperation and mutual respect.