The Sierra Leone Police have announced the arrest of Abdul Kadiru Kai Kai, an SLPP politician, following the circulation of a video on social media in which he made alarming threats.

In the video, Kai Kai, speaking in the local parlance, stated, “If ar nor bi president 2028 ar dae bring serious war na dis kontri… If ar nor get am [president] ar go bring war na dis kontri wae go worse pass d wan wae nor bodi nor expect. Ar well prepia foram, ar well borjet for ram…for bring war ya, na abot 3.3 million dollars for stat na Masheka…”

This translates to: “If I do not become president of Sierra Leone in 2028, I will mastermind and bring a big war in Sierra Leone, far worse than anybody is expecting. I am well prepared and had even budgeted for it. To bring war in Sierra Leone, one only needs 3.3 million United States Dollars to start at Masiaka.”

Given the gravity of these statements and their potential impact on national security, the Criminal Investigations Department has launched an investigation into the matter. Kai Kai has been arrested and is currently in custody.

The investigation aims to verify the authenticity of the video and determine the intent and motive behind Kai Kai’s statements. The public will be updated on the findings in due course.

The Sierra Leone Police have assured citizens that their safety and security remain a top priority and have encouraged the public to continue their daily activities without fear.