Case Law

Property Rights and Constitutional Safeguards in Sierra Leone:  The Legal Implications of Pratt v. Senessie  

Introduction This article explores whether Theophilus Pratt & Another (hereinafter referred to as plaintiffs) v. Dr. Turad Senessie & Others (hereinafter referred to as defendants) (2024) SC. Misc. AppNo.7/2024 (unreported) is primarily about ownership rights (title declaration) or about constitutional protection of property rights (fundamental rights under Section 21 of the 1991 Constitution). It examines […]

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Case Report: Ruling on Recusal in The State v. Ikubolaji Nicol

Supreme Court of Sierra Leone Judgment Delivered on 12th February 2025 Coram – Hon. Justice A.M. Bangura JSC (Presiding), Hon. Justice A.B. Halloway JSC, Hon. Justice M.M. Sesay JA Counsel – O.I. Kanu Esq., A.J.M. Bockarie Esq., A. Jalloh Esq. (Respondent/Applicant), R.S.V. Wright Esq., A.C. Thompson Esq. (Accused/Respondent) This appeal arose from an application filed by the

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Chag v Wanza (CIVAPP 57/24) Court of Appeal of Sierra Leone Judgment Delivered on 11th February 2025 Coram – Hon. Justice K. Kamanda (Chief Justice), Hon. Justice M.A. Stevens JA, Hon. Justice T. Barnett JA Counsel – J.M. Jengo Esq. (Appellant), P. Lambert Esq. (Respondent) This appeal arose from a judgment delivered by Hon. Justice

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Pamela Davies vs Council of Legal Education, Sierra Leone Law School

The case of Pamela Davies v. Council of Legal Education revolves around the termination of the Plaintiff’s employment and whether the conditions of service for the administrative staff of the Sierra Leone Law School supersede the provisions of the National Social Security and Insurance Trust Act 2001 (NASSIT Act).  Pamela Davies was appointed Assistant Director

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ENFORCEMENT OF SECTION 7(1)(b) OF THE 2019 ANTI-CORRUPTION (AMENDMENT) ACT: A CRITICAL APPRAISAL

by Kemeh Kamara Sierra Leone’s Anti-Corruption Commission’s legal framework has changed significantly since the 2000 Act was passed. It was revised and superseded by the 2008 Act. The latter was revised in 2019. Part VI of the Act operationalizes the prosecutorial authority vested in the Commission by the Constitution of Sierra Leone (Amendment) Act No.9, 2008.

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Ensuring a Fair Trial: A Review of the Ikubolaje Nicol Case

The case stated by Hon. Justice Adrian Fisher J. to the Supreme Court of Sierra Leone raises crucial constitutional and procedural questions regarding the right to a fair trial, particularly in murder cases post-abolition of the death penalty. The case involves the State (1st respondent), represented by the Law Officers Department, and Ikubolaje Nicol, who

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THE PIVOTAL ROLE OF ADR IN ADVANCING GOAL 16 OF UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS IN SIERRA LEONE

INTRODUCTION Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) represents an efficient mechanism for resolving disputes outside the conventional court system. This article examines the pivotal role of ADR, particularly in achieving the 16th United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) in Sierra Leone, a developing nation grappling with challenges to access to justice. While international laws and agreements have

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Wata for Wata: Unveiling Struggles and Empowerment in Sierra Leone’s Quest for Water Access

Peering into the daily lives of Freetown’s suburban residents, the struggle for water access might seem a distant concern, easily brushed aside in the busyness of our routines. Yet, if we pull back the curtain on these comfortable neighbourhoods and venture into the vulnerable and impoverished communities, we uncover a dire reality. The challenges to

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The Changing Face of Legal Professionals in Sierra Leone

By: Mohamed Jalloh (Pupil Barrister) and Marie Marion Kargbo Introduction The legal landscape in Sierra Leone has undergone a profound transformation, highlighted by the burgeoning community of lawyers. This article aims to delve into the significant evolution of legal professionals against the backdrop of historical challenges and a changing socio-economic climate. The surge in lawyers

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The Changing Landscape of Arbitration Law in Sierra Leone: Examining the Role of Judges under the 2022 Arbitration Act

By Abu Bakarr Sorie Kamara Esq, Legal Practitioner, OJPLegal Introduction This article examines the impact of the new Arbitration Act 2022, considering the efficacy of the party autonomy principle regarding an arbitration proceeding and the role of judges and the Court in Sierra Leone in its entirety under the 2022 Arbitration Act. The 2022 Act

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