Sierra Leone, Cocaine

Sierra Leone says it is investigating reports that Dutch drug kingpin took refuge in country
Sierra Leone's information ministry said on Sunday it was investigating media reports that European cocaine kingpin Jos Leijdekkers is in the country and benefiting from high-level protection there.Two sources told Reuters on Friday that Leijdekkers,
Exclusive-European Cocaine Kingpin Has High Level Protection in Sierra Leone-Sources
NAIROBI/THE HAGUE - One of Europe's most wanted fugitives, convicted cocaine smuggler Jos Leijdekkers, has found refuge and high-level protection in Sierra Leone, according to three sources with direct knowledge of the matter as well as photos and video footage seen by Reuters.
Cocaine Kingpin's Sierra Leone Sanctuary: A Tale of Alleged High-Level Protection
Reports suggest that European cocaine kingpin Jos Leijdekkers is residing in Sierra Leone under high-level protection. The Sierra Leonean government is investigating these claims while affirming its commitment against organized crime.
Sierra Leone president denies knowing wanted Dutch criminal Bolle Jos
President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone says he does not know who Jos Leijdekkers is. The Dutch criminal known as Bolle Jos was tracked down in Sierra Leone after he was spotted in a video recorded by Bio’s wife sitting next to the president’s daughter,
European cocaine kingpin Jos Leijdekkers residing in Sierra Leone, Dutch police and prosecutors say
One of Europe's most wanted fugitives, convicted cocaine smuggler Jos Leijdekkers, has been living in Sierra Leone for at least six months, a spokesperson for the Dutch prosecutors' office told Reuters on Friday.
Sierra Leone investigating reports Dutch drug kingpin took refuge in country
Sierra Leone's information ministry said Sunday it was investigating media reports that European cocaine kingpin Jos Leijdekkers is in the country and benefiting from high-level protection there.
Sierra Leone must face law firm Jenner’s $8 million fee lawsuit
Sierra Leone must face a lawsuit by U.S. law firm Jenner & Block seeking to recover more than $8 million in fees from the ...
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The Hidden Life of Jos Leijdekkers: Europe's Most Wanted in Sierra Leone
Convicted cocaine smuggler Jos Leijdekkers, one of Europe's most wanted fugitives, has been living in Sierra Leone for six ...
US Judge Allows $8M Unpaid Legal Fees Lawsuit Against Sierra Leone to Proceed
"By accepting the terms of the Engagement Letter, Sierra Leone impliedly waived its immunity," U.S. District Judge Tanya S.
It’s hard for women in Sierra Leone to own land – here’s why
Land disputes in Sierra Leone are a complex issue, dating back decades. Weak land tenure systems, rapid urbanisation and ...
Sierra Leone declares public health emergency over mpox
Sierra Leone declared a public health emergency on Monday to combat mpox, announcing it was stepping up surveillance at its ...
Sierra Leone says investigating reports that Dutch drug kingpin took refuge in country
Sierra Leone's information ministry said on Sunday it was investigating media reports that European cocaine kingpin Jos ...
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Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio Graces Annual Education Week Celebration in Bombali District
His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio joined the people of Makeni to celebrate the Annual Education Week at the University of Makeni. The event brought together leaders, educators, and ...
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Air Sierra Leone Begins Direct Flight From Lagos To Freetown
After 15 years of hiatus, Air Sierra Leone, on Wednesday, successfully made its inaugural flight from Freetown to Lagos.