The Judiciary of Sierra Leone has issued a statement addressing a circulating audio on social media via the “Abdul Hassan Facki Media Platform” concerning payments owed to Yeane Enterprises Limited.
In the statement, the Judiciary emphasized the necessity for documented evidence of services provided before processing payments, citing adherence to the Public Financial Management Act and the Public Procurement Regulations.
An internal review by the Judiciary revealed a lack of requested documentation within its records for the period covered by the claim. Yeane Enterprises was subsequently urged to furnish copies of invoices dating back to 2020, which the Judiciary could not trace, to prevent duplicate payments.
Highlighting Yeane Enterprises’ contract expiration on March 31st, 2024, the Judiciary clarified that the contract was not renewed due to the company’s failure to meet upgraded service standards. Grace Facility Services, a local company, secured the subsequent contract through a competitive bidding process.
Acknowledging the pending payments for January and February 2024, the Judiciary assured prompt settlement upon finalization of documentation by the Accounts Department.
Furthermore, the Judiciary reiterated its commitment to addressing payment inquiries backed by proper documentation, stressing the necessity for verification of services before authorizing payments to contractors.
Expressing condolences to Mrs. Lumeh and her family on the passing of Mr. Dauda Mohamed Lumeh, the Judiciary encouraged Yeane Enterprises to participate in future bidding processes.
For inquiries or participation in future bids, Yeane Enterprises was advised to contact the Judiciary’s Procurement Unit.
The Judiciary’s response underscores its commitment to transparency and adherence to procurement regulations while addressing stakeholders’ concerns in a timely and equitable manner.
