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Sierra Leone’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has officially commenced interviews with the Former President, Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma. The ACC shared this information via a press release, confirming that the interview began on Thursday, December 21, 2023.
This action comes in response to a matter referred to the ACC by the Courts of Appeal, marking a pivotal step in the investigative process. The ACC, tasked with combating corruption in Sierra Leone, has undertaken the responsibility of addressing allegations concerning prominent figures.
The press release indicated that the initial interview with Former President Koroma proceeded successfully. However, this marks the initial phase, as the commission has scheduled a follow-up session at its headquarters, Integrity House, on Thursday, December 28, 2023. The decision to conduct the interview across multiple sessions underscores the meticulous and thorough approach the ACC is adopting in this matter.
Using the press release as a platform, the Commission reassured the public about its commitment to upholding justice and its determination to fulfill its mandate outlined in the Anti-Corruption Act No. 12 of 2008, amended in 2019. By keeping the public abreast of the proceedings, the ACC aims to sustain transparency and foster trust in the investigation’s integrity.
The involvement of a former head of state in an anti-corruption investigation holds national significance. As the process unfolds, it is expected to attract widespread attention, sparking discussions on the rule of law, accountability, and the fight against corruption in Sierra Leone. The ACC’s proactive communication and dedication to its mandate will play a pivotal role in shaping public perceptions of the investigation.
Citizens and stakeholders will closely monitor the proceedings, anticipating a fair and comprehensive inquiry. The investigation’s outcome could have extensive implications for the political landscape and the ongoing endeavors to combat corruption in Sierra Leone.
A step in the right direction, as accountability of public office is put in the microscope. Citizens hope this is not a witch hunt to distract the public and international communities, because we have been seen corruption on this present regime like never before,including the president, his wife and cohorts at the highest.What is good for the goose must be good for the ganda.posterity will judge .
I hope it will be be transparency investigation
No witch Hunt okay
Please sir, when are trying to combat corrosion, please don’t live NAcsa behind. I think they are all so corrupt.
Only God can save sierra Leone from this mess for the past 5years no peace for the people God is bigger than the Enemies u will pay all the atrocities you guys has committed to the innocent Citizens of this country
Ernest Bai Koroma is a democratic Man who helped In strengthing the Ant Corruption Commission Act. This is a very good persedent Maada Bio is setting in Sierra Leone. I commend you Maada Bio. Thank you very much for this good initiative, I hope all past, present and future politicians are not exempted.
ACC, please do your job professionally and keep updating the public.
Once again, thank you very much Maada Bio. This initiative will surely help Sierra Leone’s development. “There is a small choice in rotten apples”
We shall wait to see what will be the outcome of this illegal investigation of the former president Koroma