Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio, has declared a nationwide curfew following a brazen attack by unidentified gunmen on the military’s main and largest barracks in the capital, Freetown. The incident has raised concerns about a potential breakdown of order, adding to the recent surge of coups in the West African region.
The assailants targeted the military armory within the Wilberforce barracks in the early morning, prompting a swift response from security forces. President Bio assured the public through a statement on social media platform X, (formerly known as Twitter), that the attackers were repelled, and calm had been restored. However, a nationwide curfew has been imposed as security forces continue their efforts to eliminate any remaining threats.
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Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Information and Education released a statement asserting that the government and security forces are “in control” of the situation. Despite the declaration of calm, the details about the identity of the gunmen and the motives behind the attack remain unclear, adding an air of uncertainty to the already tense situation.
In response to the security threat, President Bio announced a nationwide curfew, urging citizens to stay indoors. The curfew is likely a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of the population and facilitate the security forces’ efforts to neutralize any remaining threats posed by the attackers.
The attack on the military barracks in Sierra Leone raises significant concerns about the stability of the region, especially considering the recent surge of coups in neighboring countries. As the government and security forces work to restore order, the imposition of a nationwide curfew reflects the seriousness of the situation and the need to ensure the safety of the population. The coming days will likely see increased scrutiny on the motives behind the attack and the broader implications for Sierra Leone’s political landscape.
