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The Inspector General of the Sierra Leone Police (SLP), William Fayia Sellu, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative, Fredrick Ampiah, have begun 2025 with a high-level strategic partnership meeting aimed at advancing police reforms and enhancing security service delivery across the country.
The meeting, held in Freetown, focused on key issues, including the transition of the Sierra Leone Police into a modernized Police Service and the ongoing review of the Police Act.
These reforms are critical components of a broader strategy to improve police professionalism, accountability, and public trust in the force.
The transition to a Police Service represents a shift towards a more community-oriented and service-driven approach to policing.
This change is expected to strengthen the SLP’s capacity to respond to emerging security challenges while fostering collaboration with the communities they serve.
The review of the Police Act is equally significant, as it seeks to align the legal framework governing the police with international standards and best practices. By updating the Act, the SLP aims to address outdated policies, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure that its activities are rooted in human rights and the rule of law.
UNDP Resident Representative Fredrick Ampiah reiterated the organization’s commitment to supporting these reforms, emphasizing the importance of strong institutions in promoting sustainable peace and security.
He noted that the UNDP will continue to work closely with the SLP to build institutional capacity, improve training programs, and enhance resource mobilization for effective policing.
