{"id":1496,"date":"2026-07-28T12:14:30","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T12:14:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/daybreaknewspapersl.com\/?p=1496"},"modified":"2026-07-28T12:14:36","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T12:14:36","slug":"igp-sellu-takes-slp-to-digital-advancement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/daybreaknewspapersl.com\/?p=1496","title":{"rendered":"IGP Sellu Takes SLP to Digital Advancement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>By Nelson Adebayo Johnson<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has begun a major digital transformation with the distribution of 39 laptop computers to Local Unit Commanders (LUCs) across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"182\" height=\"188\" src=\"https:\/\/daybreaknewspapersl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/image_2026-07-28_051310436.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1497\" style=\"width:345px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The laptops were handed over by Inspector General of Police, William Fayia Sellu, at the end of a two-day workshop for all LUCs at Police Headquarters, Kingtom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The initiative forms part of Goal Four, Intervention Five of the SLP Strategic Development Plan 2025\u20132029, and aligns with President Julius Maada Bio\u2019s Technology and Infrastructure Game Changer agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the SLP, the move marks the start of a paperless administrative system. Divisional commanders are now expected to conduct official correspondence electronically through a network connected to the national fibre optic infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IGP Sellu said the computers were procured to improve efficiency, enhance communication and strengthen service delivery in all police divisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"232\" height=\"192\" src=\"https:\/\/daybreaknewspapersl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/image_2026-07-28_051337380.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1498\" style=\"width:347px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe computers are intended to enhance your performance and improve the manner in which you discharge your responsibilities as Local Unit Commanders,\u201d he told the officers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He disclosed that arrangements have been concluded to connect all the laptops to the fibre optic network for uninterrupted internet access. He added that the digital platform will allow for faster communication, better record management and improved decision making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Police Chief urged the commanders to apply the knowledge gained during the workshop to improve policing in their areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAs you return to your divisions, much is expected from each one of you. You must add value to the Sierra Leone Police by embracing this new digital system to improve service delivery,\u201d IGP Sellu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The SLP noted that the reform is expected to reduce administrative delays, strengthen data management and improve coordination among divisions nationwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The laptop distribution is one of the latest steps under IGP Sellu\u2019s reform agenda and reflects the Force\u2019s drive to transition from a traditional service to a modern, technology-driven institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Nelson Adebayo Johnson The Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has begun a major digital transformation with the distribution of 39 laptop computers to Local Unit Commanders (LUCs) across the country. 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