President Julius Maada Bio has directed the establishment of an independent investigation committee to examine allegations of wrongdoing and impropriety at the Sierra Leone Law School.

The directive follows a high-level meeting held on March 31, 2026, between the President and the Honourable Chief Justice Komba Kamanda, who also serves as Chairman of the Council of Legal Education, alongside the Attorney General and Minister of Justice. The discussions centered on allegations circulating in the public domain regarding the operations of the Law School.

According to a statement from the Office of the Press Secretary at State House, President Bio expressed deep concern over the potential impact of the allegations on the institution’s reputation and the broader integrity of the legal profession. He emphasized the need for a fair, impartial, and comprehensive investigation to restore public confidence and safeguard legal education in the national interest.

To this end, the President has constituted a five-member Independent Investigation Committee, chaired by Priscilla Schwartz. Other members include Mariama Anthony-Williams, Elizabeth Kamara of Fourah Bay College, Nicky Spencer-Coker, and Victor I. Lansana.

The committee has been mandated to investigate all allegations of wrongdoing at the Law School, assess its administrative and governance structures, and identify any systemic weaknesses that may have contributed to the concerns. It is also expected to provide recommendations aimed at improving accountability, transparency, and professionalism within the institution.

Meanwhile, the Anti-Corruption Commission has indicated that its ongoing investigation into the matter will be suspended pending the outcome of the committee’s work, in order to avoid parallel processes and ensure a coordinated and independent review.

The committee is expected to conclude its work within eight weeks and submit a comprehensive report with findings and recommendations to the President.