Chief Negotiator and Chief Minister David Sengeh provided an update on Resolution 4, which calls for a review of all cases of arrested and detained individuals perceived by the APC as “politically motivated.”
“As Chief Negotiator for the government, I get regular updates which I have a responsibility to share with the public,” Sengeh stated.
He highlighted the completion and ongoing implementation of the Tripartite Report (Resolution 3), emphasizing the government’s dedication to accountability.
The review process, led by Deputy Minister of Justice Alphonze Sesay, has involved collaboration with APC representatives Lansana Dumbuya and Freetown Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, alongside the Sierra Leone Correctional Services.
“Out of a list of 318 persons submitted by the APC, including those implicated in the August 2023 coup attempt, we have established the following,” Sengeh reported:
– “Only 15 people on the list of 318 are currently in custody.”
– “108 escaped from detention during the November 26, 2023 failed coup plot.”
– “Three military officers implicated in the failed coup have been released and reinstated in the Sierra Leone Army after investigations.”
– “53 individuals served jail terms unrelated to elections and have since been released.”
– “65 individuals were discharged after paying court-ordered fines for non-election related offenses.”
– “14 individuals have been released on bail.”
– “51 names on the list were never in custody.”
– “Nine names were duplicated.”
“This is what we mean when we say we will govern with an open book. President Bio expects transparency, accountability, and direct engagement with our people who we serve. It is why we believe that together,” Sengeh concluded in his social media post.
