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Freedom hub

Sierra leone

Who we are

Freedom Hub is dedicated to using the law to achieve economic and social justice through strategic litigation, awareness raising, and advocacy. We use strategic litigation to hold government, public institutions, and political leaders accountable and increase access to justice. We support poor communities by providing them with the requisite legal, socio-economic, and good governance advice to guide and shape policies and laws that affect them and by pushing for reform of laws through advocacy and strategic litigation. We defend the rule of law and advocate for good governance for a functional and thriving society. We use the law to challenge injustice, advocate for the poor, hold power accountable and create an egalitarian society. 

Our Vision

We envision a society where the rule of law is unwaveringly upheld, and governance is characterised by transparency, accountability, and efficiency, fostering a functional and thriving society. Our commitment lies in championing these principles, ensuring a foundation where justice prevails and the well-being of citizens is prioritised.

Key focus areas

Strategic Litigation

 

We employ strategic litigation as a powerful tool to challenge and rectify legal injustices, setting precedents that pave the way for a fair and equitable legal system.

High-Level Advocacy

 

Our team engages with policymakers, government bodies, and international organisations to advocate for legislative reforms and policies that uphold human rights, strengthen the rule of law, and ensure good governance.

Human Rights

 

We research, document, and report human rights issues/violations in Sierra Leone, ensuring that accurate information is readily accessible to the public and international bodies.

Capacity Building

 

Education is a powerful catalyst for change. We engage in proactive awareness campaigns and conduct workshops and training sessions to equip individuals and organisations with the Knowledge and skills necessary to actively participate in shaping a just and accountable society.

Our Mission

Our mission is to cultivate a society marked by justice, security, and equal access to rights through proactive awareness campaigns, educational initiatives, capacity-building, and advocacy. We strive to empower every individual, regardless of socio-economic status, with the assurance of justice and the unimpeded enjoyment of their rights.

Freedom Hub in the Community

Engagement

We venture into hard-to-reach communities in Sierra Leone to deliver hands-on training, tailoring these sessions to the community's needs and empowering residents with sustainable skills.

Access

We offer regular public lectures and community forums, giving residents direct access to our team of lawyers for questions on legal rights. Through these interactive sessions, held in village halls, schools and open‑air gatherings, we demystify the law, address local concerns and foster informed, empowered communities..

 

Freedom Hub Join other Civil Society groups to call for the Dr. Denis Moinina Sandy, Minister of Works,

 

Freedom Hub together with Campaign for Good Governance, Citizens Advocacy Network, Institute for Governance Reform, Institute for Legal Research and Advocacy for Justice, The Lawyers’ Society and Citizens’ BarrayCall for the Resignation or Suspension of Dr. Denis Moinina Sandy, Minister of Works,
Pending Investigation into Allegations of Fraudulent Conduct

 

We, the undersigned civil society groups in Sierra Leone, express our profound concern over
the findings of the Investigating Committee Report submitted by Honourable Justices
Glenna Thompson JSC, F.B. Alhadi JA, and Monfred Sesay JA, dated 2nd April 2025 which
uncovers serious allegations of fraudulent conduct involving Dr. Denis Moinina Sandy, the
Minister of Works and Public Assets. The report, which investigated the issuance of fictitious
court orders within the Judiciary of Sierra Leone, has revealed credible evidence of Dr.
Sandy’s active participation in a fraudulent scheme concerning a purported “divorce
certificate,” with far-reaching implications for the integrity of our judicial system and public
trust in governance.


The Committee’s findings establish that Dr. Sandy knowingly relied on a fictitious Decree
Absolute to secure a divorce, despite never filing a petition, engaging legal representation,
or participating in any legitimate court proceedings. His actions involved engaging an
individual, Magnus Coker, who lacks legal credentials, to orchestrate this fraud, bypassing
established judicial processes. Dr. Sandy’s testimony was found to be inconsistent and
implausible, leading the Committee to deem him an “unimpressive and unreliable witness”
who displayed a “cavalier approach and lack of respect for the rule of law.” Most alarmingly,
the Committee concluded that Dr. Sandy was an “active participant in this fraudulent act”
and recommended his referral to the Anti-Corruption Commission for further investigation.


As Minister of Works, Dr. Sandy occupies a position of significant public trust, tasked with
upholding the highest standards of integrity and accountability. His involvement in a scheme
that undermines the judiciary—a cornerstone of our democracy—raises serious questions
about his fitness to remain in oVice. The Committee’s report highlights a systemic failing
within the judiciary, exacerbated by the actions of individuals like Dr. Sandy, who sought to
exploit these weaknesses for personal gain. Such conduct not only erodes public
confidence in the judicial system but also sets a dangerous precedent for governance in
Sierra Leone.


We, the undersigned civil society groups, therefore call for the immediate resignation of Dr.
Denis Moinina Sandy as Minister of Works. Should he fail to resign voluntarily, we urge His

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