By: Andrew Chokpeleh
Freetown, 5th December 2025– The Sierra Leone Police, in an effort to maintain peace and ensure the safety of citizens, have released a press statement through their Communications Unit. The statement outlines several directives on how individuals should conduct themselves, especially during this festive season.
In the press release, the police listed a number of prohibited activities, including others that individuals or groups may only carry out with the express permission of the Sierra Leone Police management. A key point highlighted concerns the playing of loud music or causing disruptive noise after 10 p.m., something clearly addressed in Section 13 of the Public Order Act of 1965.
For some time now, many people have been hosting events and programs that disturb the peace and comfort of others, particularly during odd hours. Some individuals do not listen or care when neighbours complain about their loud music or disruptive noise, causing inconvenience.
The Head of Media for the Sierra Leone Police, ACP Brima Kamara, while reviewing the press release, noted that whenever they receive a complaint about loud sound or music, especially after 10 p.m. the police will take punitive action against the person or institution responsible for the disruptive noise. ACP Kamara emphasized that although this is the festive season, people should not celebrate at the expense or discomfort of others.
He further explained that many people need rest, especially those who must go to work early in the morning. While individuals have a general right to enjoy themselves, the Sierra Leone Police are committed to protecting the peace and sanity of others in the country.
Another key point mentioned in the release is that no group or individual is allowed to hold street processions or carnivals without written permission from the Inspector General of Police.
Mr. William Fayia Sellu. Reacting to the press release, ACP Kamara said these restrictive measures are necessary because various harmful incidents often occur during the festive season, threatening public safety and security.
To support these measures, the police have installed street lights and CCTV cameras along the Lumley Aberdeen beach area to help monitor activities during the festive period. ACP Kamara added that the police will ensure the peace and stability currently enjoyed in the country is maintained throughout the season. He said security measures in the beach area are being reinforced since many people visit the area during this time.
Finally, the press release reiterates directives for religious bodies or leaders, reminding them that they must not hold street processions without written permission. According to ACP Kamara, these measures will help strengthen the peace and security the country currently enjoys.
