By Denis Jones
The Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA), in collaboration with the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), has concluded a two day sensitization and capacity-building workshop on Ethics, Integrity and the Anti-Corruption Act for Road Safety Corps personnel. The initiative is aimed at ongoing efforts to strengthening professionalism, accountability and ethical conduct among officers responsible for enforcing road safety laws across the country.
Delivering the opening remarks on behalf of the Executive Director and Management, the Director of Human Resource Hassanatu Judith Mansaray-Bangura expressed appreciation to the Anti-Corruption Commission for partnering with the Authority to deliver the timely training. He noted that Road Safety Corps personnel are the public face of the Authority, emphasizing that their conduct and professionalism play a critical role in shaping public confidence and trust in the institution.
She stated that the training was intended to deepen participants’ understanding of ethical conduct, integrity and the provisions of the Anti-Corruption Act, while equipping them with practical knowledge and skills to identify, prevent and respond appropriately to corrupt practices. She encouraged participants to actively apply the lessons learned in the discharge of their daily responsibilities, stressing that integrity, transparency and accountability remain the cornerstones of effective public service.
Addressing the Road Safety Corps, the Chairman of the SLRSA Board, Retired Assistant Inspector General of Police Thomas Mustapha Lahai, reminded officers that they are the face of the Authority and that their conduct plays a pivotal role in shaping public perception of the institution.
He urged them to uphold the Authority’s aims, mission and vision by demonstrating the highest standards of discipline, professionalism and integrity in the discharge of their duties.
“You are the face of the Authority. The way you present yourselves and conduct your duties leaves a lasting impression on the public. I encourage you to remain professional at all times. While enforcing the law, ensure that you treat drivers, commercial motorbike riders, kekeh drivers and pedestrians with courtesy, fairness and respect,” the Board Chairman stated.
The Board Chairman further admonished officers to maintain self-discipline, present themselves neatly, treat every member of the public with dignity and respect, and carry out their responsibilities diligently, impartially and without bias, favouritism or any form of corruption.
Delivering the keynote presentation, the Deputy Director of the Prevention Department at the Anti-Corruption Commission, Samuel Marah Esq., underscored the critical importance of integrity in public service. He emphasized that Road Safety Corps personnel, entrusted with enforcing road safety laws, must consistently uphold the highest standards of honesty, fairness and professionalism in the execution of their duties.
Mr. Marah highlighted common forms of corruption that may arise during law enforcement operations, including bribery, abuse of office and conflicts of interest. He also educated participants on the legal consequences of engaging in corrupt practices and outlined the established mechanisms for reporting suspected acts of corruption.
He noted that corruption undermines public trust and confidence in state institutions, weakens effective service delivery and hampers national development. He concluded by reminding participants that every public officer has a duty to reject corruption in all its forms and to serve the nation with integrity, accountability and an unwavering commitment to the public interest.
The training forms part of the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority’s broader commitment under the leadership of James Bagie Bio to promoting ethical leadership, strengthening institutional accountability and fostering a professional Road Safety Corps capable of delivering efficient, transparent and people-centred services to the public.
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