CORRECTION:
A previous version of this article published on April 5, 2024, titled “Malador Company CEO Arrested in Freetown,” included an incorrect image. The article correctly identified the arrested individual as Mawan Malodor of Malador Company.

However, an image of Alieu Malador of Malador Associates was mistakenly published with the story. Upon publishing, the article has since been updated to remove the erroneous image. Sierraloaded regrets any inconvenience or confusion this may have caused.

We have no affiliation or relationship with Alieu Malodor or Malador Associates. The image published was innocently disseminated. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity and accuracy.


The Chief Executive Officer of Malador Company Ltd, Mawan Malodor was arrested on Thursday by Sierra Leonean authorities in Freetown for reasons yet to be disclosed publicly.

Malador was taken into custody by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for questioning. Unnamed sources close to the CID allege the arrest may be connected to a recently discovered container filled with Kush, a dangerous illegal drug, at Water Quay. The drug has been linked to numerous deaths in the country.

Details surrounding the arrest emerged through a live video Malador shared on his social media page. In the video, officers are seen approaching Malador’s vehicle and requesting him to accompany them to the Regional Police Headquarters with his company documents.

Malador is heard inquiring whether it’s an invitation or an arrest warrant. He expresses his intention to consult with his lawyers if it’s an invitation. The officers withhold a response and insist on his cooperation.

The video shows at least five police officers surrounding Malador . One officer is heard informing Malador of his arrest under orders from the Inspector General of Police. The officers then cut off the live video.

The arrest comes shortly after Malador launched a zero-interest loan program in Freetown, offering financial assistance to Sierra Leoneans.

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