70 Metropolitan Police Officers Complete Six-Week Training in Freetown
Kanja Sesay Seventy newly recruited Freetown Metropolitan Police officers have completed six weeks of intensive training, with Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr urging them to wear their uniforms as a symbol of public service rather than an opportunity to abuse authority.
The officers officially passed out on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, during a ceremony held at the Police Training Academy grounds in Hastings.
Freetown Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, Deputy Mayor Kweku Lisk Esq., councillors and staff of the Freetown City Council (FCC) attended the ceremony to witness the graduation of the new officers.
The event was also attended by senior police officials, Western Area Rural District Council Chairman Kasho Holland-Cole, and family members of the graduating officers.
The ceremony marked the successful completion of six weeks of rigorous training by the recruits and featured a colourful parade, displays of discipline and the taking of an oath to serve and protect the city with integrity and dedication.
Congratulating the graduating officers, Mayor Aki-Sawyerr urged them to maintain high standards of professionalism and respect for human rights while carrying out their responsibilities.
She reminded the officers that wearing the Metropolitan Police uniform comes with a responsibility to represent the Freetown City Council and serve residents of the capital.
The mayor cautioned the new officers against using their uniforms to take advantage of members of the public, instead encouraging them to perform their duties with integrity and honour.
Outstanding recruits were also recognised with awards during the passing-out ceremony for their performance throughout the training programme.
The graduation adds 70 newly trained officers to the Freetown Metropolitan Police, with expectations that they will contribute to improved enforcement and community service across the municipality.
The new officers are expected to apply the discipline and professional standards acquired during their six-week training as they begin serving communities across Freetown.