The Sierra Leone Police (SLP) in Kono District has initiated a targeted road maintenance exercise in Koidu City. This effort aims to enhance road safety and reduce traffic accidents. Spearheaded by Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Alimamy Gibrill Sesay, Local Unit Commander (LUC) of the Motema Police Division, the exercise is part of the division’s community-oriented policing strategy. The initiative seeks to address road-related hazards faced by motorists and pedestrians in the busy city centre.
During the exercise, police officers worked alongside residents to repair deteriorated sections of roads. The collaborative effort highlights the SLP’s approach to community policing, which extends beyond routine patrols and crime prevention to addressing safety concerns affecting residents. By working directly with communities, the Motema Police Division aims to strengthen cooperation with residents and promote shared responsibility for public safety.
The road maintenance exercise reflects the police’s broader efforts to engage communities proactively and respond to everyday safety needs of residents in Kono District. This approach builds on the SLP’s commitment to community-oriented policing. Residents are encouraged to participate in initiatives that promote public safety and well-being. The exercise also demonstrates the police’s willingness to address concerns that affect the daily lives of residents.
The initiative was undertaken in response to concerns about road safety in Koidu City. The city centre is a busy area with a high volume of motorists and pedestrians. The exercise aims to reduce hazards faced by users of the road. By addressing these hazards, the police hope to reduce the incidence of traffic accidents in the area.
The SLP’s community-oriented policing strategy is designed to foster cooperation between the police and residents. This approach recognizes that public safety is a shared responsibility that requires the active participation of all stakeholders. By working together, the police and residents can identify and address safety concerns that affect the community.
The road maintenance exercise in Koidu City is part of a broader effort to enhance road safety in Sierra Leone. The exercise demonstrates the SLP’s commitment to proactive policing and community engagement. The police hope that this initiative will serve as a model for similar exercises in other parts of the country.
The exercise was launched on October 6, 2026, and is part of the SLP’s ongoing efforts to engage with communities and address their safety concerns. The initiative has been well-received by residents, who appreciate the police’s efforts to improve road safety in Koidu City. The SLP will continue to work with residents to identify and address safety concerns in the area.
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- The Sierra Leone Police launched a road maintenance exercise in Koidu City to enhance road safety and reduce traffic accidents.
