By Hassan Osman Kargbo
In a significant move to enhance the delivery of justice across the country, the Judiciary of Sierra Leone has announced the appointment of new judges to several key districts. This development is part of ongoing efforts to decentralize judicial services and ensure broader access to justice for all citizens.
According to a public notice issued by the Judiciary, the appointments are effective immediately and are intended to strengthen the legal infrastructure in both urban and rural communities. The notice emphasized the Judiciary’s continued commitment to fairness, transparency, and efficiency in the dispensation of justice throughout Sierra Leone.
Among the newly appointed judges is Honourable Justice Santigie Ibrahim Sorie Bangura, who will now serve in the Kono District with special responsibility for Magburaka. Justice Bangura is expected to bring a wealth of experience to his new role, having served in various capacities within the legal system.
Honourable Justice Mark Ngegba has been assigned to the Moyamba District and will carry special responsibilities in Mattru-Jong. Justice Ngegba’s appointment is seen as a crucial step towards addressing case backlogs and improving court accessibility in the Southern Province.
In the Northern region, Honourable Justice Sahr Elogima Kekura has been posted to Port Loko District, with additional duties in Kambia. His presence in the region is anticipated to bolster legal oversight and bring swifter resolution to pending cases.
Honourable Justice Abdul Sheriff has been assigned to serve in the Kenema District, with extended responsibility for the Kailahun District. This dual-district appointment reflects the Judiciary’s recognition of the need to address legal concerns in both areas and ensure that remote communities are not left behind in the delivery of justice.
The Judiciary has called on the public to take note of these new postings, urging citizens to cooperate with judicial officers and support the administration of justice at the district level. By deploying senior legal professionals to strategic locations, the Judiciary aims to close the gap between the courts and the communities they serve.
In its public notice, the Judiciary reiterated its mission to uphold the rule of law and protect the rights of every Sierra Leonean, regardless of location. The appointments are seen as part of broader reforms designed to improve institutional efficiency and enhance public confidence in the justice system.
The public is advised to be guided accordingly and to direct any judicial inquiries to the appropriate regional courts. Citizens are encouraged to make use of the services provided by the newly appointed judges as part of their right to access justice.
These changes mark another important step in the Judiciary’s ongoing transformation agenda. With these appointments, it is expected that the justice system will become more responsive and closer to the people it serves.
