Sierra Leone: promotion reignites police debate
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Sierraloaded
The reported promotion of Lucinda N. Dick to Sub-Inspector has reignited debate about advancement in the Sierra Leone Police, after a resignation letter attributed to the officer surfaced. The police dispute the document’s authenticity, however, and say promotions are not based on seniority alone, according to Sierraloaded.
The reported promotion of Lucinda N. Dick to the rank of Sub-Inspector in the Sierra Leone Police has reignited debate about career progression within the force. Posted to the Daru Division, the officer had expressed her disappointment after more than 23 years of service without promotion, Sierraloaded reports.
A resignation letter attributed to her has gone viral on social media. It is due to take effect on 15 October 2026 and cites, among other things, a career marked by discipline, professionalism and public service, according to Sierraloaded.
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