Freetown — The Regional Commander for Freetown West, Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Sylvester M.N. Koroma has intervened to defuse mounting tensions between pupils of Prince of Wales and Albert Academy Secondary Schools after social media posts suggested planned violence between the two institutions.
A video that went viral online alleged that groups of pupils were preparing for physical confrontations, prompting an urgent response from the Sierra Leone Police.
AIG Koroma, accompanied by senior officers, visited both schools in a coordinated operation alongside the Local Unit Commander of the Central Police Division, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) John Fayiah Tumbay, and a representative of the Provincial Security Committee (PROSEC), Mr. Simeon Bai Sesay.
Speaking directly to pupils, AIG Koroma issued a stern warning that any involvement in violence—whether on or off school grounds—would trigger police investigation and possible prosecution.
He urged pupils to resist peer pressure, report threats, and prioritise discipline and education over violence.
The Regional Commander also reassured both pupils and staff of heightened police presence around the schools to deter unrest. He emphasised the importance of non-violence, discipline, and collaboration between schools and law enforcement to maintain a safe learning environment.
In meetings with staff, AIG Koroma recommended the revival of anti-violence clubs in both schools as part of a long-term prevention strategy.
He further condemned the possession of weapons and illicit substances on school premises, warning that offenders would face immediate disciplinary and legal consequences.
The Sierra Leone Police said the intervention highlights its commitment to protecting young people, preventing school-related violence, and fostering safer communities.
SLP Media Team.
