The remains of Alimu Jalloh ALLOH, a staff member of Statistics Sierra Leone, arrived in his hometown of Taiama, Kori Chiefdom, Moyamba District, on Friday, 13th November 2026. He met his untimely death on Monday, the first day of a training programme, leaving behind a trail of sorrow among family, colleagues, and the community. His remains were brought to Taiama for burial, where residents are expected to pay their final respects.

According to the burial arrangements, the late Mr Jalloh will be laid to rest at approximately 2:30 p.m., following funeral prayers to be conducted by Muslims at the Centre Mosque in Taiama. The community had gathered to bid him a final farewell, marking a somber occasion. The burial programme is expected to bring closure to the grieving family and friends.

Alimu Jalloh ALLOH was a staff member of Statistics Sierra Leone, an institution that plays a crucial role in the country's data collection and analysis. His death has left a void in the organisation, with colleagues and friends remembering him for his contributions. The incident has sparked widespread condolences from various sectors of the community.

The people of Taiama and beyond are coming to terms with the sudden loss of Alimu Jalloh ALLOH. His homecoming, which should have been a moment of joy, has instead become an occasion of grief and tears. Residents are expected to gather at the Centre Mosque in Taiama to offer their final respects before his burial.

The burial of Alimu Jalloh ALLOH marks the end of an era for his family, friends, and the community. His legacy will live on through the memories of those who knew him. As the community bids him farewell, they are also seeking strength and patience to cope with the loss.

President Bio and other government officials have been sending condolence messages to the family of the late Alimu Jalloh ALLOH. The government has acknowledged his contributions to the nation's development through his work at Statistics Sierra Leone. His death has also drawn reactions from various stakeholders, who are offering support to the grieving family.

As Alimu Jalloh ALLOH is laid to rest, his family, friends, and colleagues are seeking solace in the hope that he has found eternal peace. The incident serves as a reminder of the fragility of life, and the importance of cherishing moments with loved ones. The Statistics Sierra Leone community will miss his contributions, but his memory will endure.

Key points

  • The remains of Statistics SL staff Alimu Jalloh ALLOH arrived in his hometown Taima for burial on 13th November 2026.
  • Alimu Jalloh ALLOH died on the first day of a training programme.
  • The burial programme was conducted at the Centre Mosque in Taiama, with the late Mr Jalloh being laid to rest at approximately 2:30 p.m.

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