Case Law

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 […]

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 It was revised and superseded by the 2008 Act.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.

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

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

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

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

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

By Ida N’dey Williams, Legal Practitioner, OJPLegal Introduction The 1991 Constitution of the Republic of Sierra Leone established three branches of government – legislative, executive, and judicial – to maintain a system of checks and balances and prevent any one branch from gaining excessive power over the others (Staff, 2021). The executive branch, led by

by Mohammed M. Bah, Legal Practitioner, OJPLegal Land tenure in Sierra Leone has been plagued by perennial problems and unending disputes, making it one of the most litigated issues in the country’s courts. The Government and Parliament have tried to address these issues, including the recent National Land Commission Act 2022. This Act aims to

In a recent tweet, @BBCAfrica’s Umaru Fofana highlighted a grave concern plaguing Sierra Leone – the alarming state of overcrowding in its correctional facilities. He stated that as of October 2, 2023, Sierra Leone’s Pademba Road Correctional Center housed a staggering 2,097 inmates, surpassing its capacity by more than sixfold. A considerable number of these