Govt’ Security Sector champions public safety
By Sall Tee Jay
The Security Sector in Sierra Leone deserves to be celebrated rather than vilified. Too often, many Sierra Leoneans hold the perception that little progress has been made within this vital arm of the state. However, such a view overlooks the immense strides and sacrifices made by the institutions that make up the country’s Security Sector — namely, the Office of National Security (ONS), the Sierra Leone Police (SLP), and the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF).
These three institutions have been instrumental in ensuring peace, stability, and the smooth running of the state. The ONS, in collaboration with the SLP and the Military, continues to play a pivotal role in preventing and addressing threats to national security, maintaining law and order, and safeguarding the lives and property of citizens. Their coordinated efforts have helped to foster a safer environment, enabling development and democratic governance to thrive.
Since President Julius Maada Bio assumed office in 2018, the Security Sector has undergone significant reforms aimed at enhancing its professionalism, proactiveness, and responsiveness. Under his leadership, these institutions have become more robust in addressing emerging security challenges — from crime prevention and disaster response to countering extremism and managing civil unrest.
The dedication, discipline, and patriotism demonstrated by Sierra Leone’s security personnel deserve recognition. They continue to stand tall in the face of adversity, ensuring that the peace and stability the nation enjoys today are maintained. Instead of criticism and neglect, the Security Sector should be commended and celebrated for its invaluable role in sustaining national cohesion and protecting the sovereignty of Sierra Leone.
Therefore, one would want others to understand that Security Threat the world over is difficult to manage. Even advance countries in the west most times finds it difficult and very challenging.
As we approach the festive season, the Security Sector have put measures in place to guaranty and assure the safety of citizens as well foreigners and tourists abroad that intends to visit Sierra Leone.
It will interest readers to know that there is growing number of tourist visitors that want to come and spend the Christmas in Sierra Leone. This is evident with the number of bookings from the different airlines operating in the country.
And what does that mean for the country? It will market and showcase Sierra Leone as safe and peaceful country for foreign investors, tourists and important dignitaries to visit. It will also create an atmosphere of peaceful coexistence that Sierra Leone is safe.