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A delegation from the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) has paid a courtesy visit to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr William Fayia Sellu, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen cooperation between the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) and international partners.
The delegation, led by TIKA Project Expert Mr Fazil Akin Erdogan, met with the IGP at the Senior Police Officers’ Mess in Kingtom, where he expressed satisfaction with the existing partnership and reaffirmed TIKA’s commitment to deepening collaboration with the SLP.
In his remarks, IGP Sellu welcomed the team to Sierra Leone and underscored the importance of continuous capacity building within the force. He highlighted critical training gaps, particularly in home and workplace search techniques, noting that specialised instruction in these areas would significantly boost investigative efficiency and contribute to the effective administration of justice.
The IGP further expressed optimism about expanding training partnerships with TIKA, revealing that the visiting team would conduct a five-day course focused on judicial search techniques for SLP personnel.
Following the meeting, the delegation proceeded to the Atlantic Hotel in Aberdeen, where the training programme was officially launched. The course, running from June 15 to June 19, 2026, aims to strengthen the capacity of investigators to carry out professional, lawful, and effective searches.
Participants have been drawn from key operational units, including the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Transnational Organised Crime Unit (TOCU), Interpol, Family Support Unit (FSU), and Integrated Intelligence Services (IIS).
Delivering the opening address, Deputy Inspector General of Police, Mr Sahr Yomba Senesie, commended TIKA for supporting the initiative. He described the training as timely and impactful, noting that it would equip officers with essential skills aligned with judicial standards and international best practices.
DIG Senesie characterised the programme as a significant milestone for the SLP and expressed confidence that the knowledge gained would enhance operational effectiveness across various departments. He urged participants to actively engage in the sessions and cascade the knowledge to colleagues.
He reaffirmed the leadership’s commitment to continuous professional development, emphasising that a well-trained police force remains central to effective policing and improved service delivery nationwide.
The initiative forms part of broader efforts by the SLP to enhance professionalism and strengthen policing standards across Sierra Leone.
