Sierra Leone’s Anti-Corruption Commissioner, Francis Ben Kaifala, and his wife, Sonia Stanley Kaifala, are facing accusations of fraud involving a $250,000 property transaction.

Dr. Mohamed A.S. Deen alleges that the Kaifalas unlawfully took possession of his property at No. 33 Lawrence Street, Goderich Village, Freetown. According to Deen, Sonia Stanley Kaifala, who acted as his legal representative during negotiations in 2019, set up a payment plan that required a 50% deposit before full ownership would be transferred.

However, Deen claims that the Kaifalas failed to complete the payment, taking control of the property without settling the agreed amount.

Deen also accused the couple of using their political influence to maintain possession of the property, which has since been developed into their private residence. Despite repeated requests, he says he has not received any payment for the sale.

Authorities have not yet made any official statement regarding an investigation into the matter.