Sierra Leone, Europe and Cocaine

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.
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 months. His alleged marriage to the president's daughter and his high-level protection blur the lines between crime and politics.
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.
Suitcases of 'cocaine' found in Sierra Leone embassy vehicle
Sierra Leone has recalled its ambassador from neighbouring Guinea after seven suitcases containing suspected cocaine were found in an embassy vehicle.
Drug lord Jos Leijdekkers finds refuge in Sierra Leone after marrying president’s daughter
The convicted cocaine smuggler, one of Europe’s most wanted fugitives, enjoys high-level protection in the West African nation.
Wanted Dutch drug-smuggler 'is in Sierra Leone'
Dutch authorities say one of Europe's most-wanted fugitives has been living in Sierra Leone for about six months. Jos ...
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 ...
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 ...
The Associated Press on MSN12d
Sierra Leone declares emergency after confirming 2nd mpox case in 4 days
Sierra Leone has declared a state of emergency after reporting its second case of mpox in less than four days DAKAR, Senegal -- Sierra Leone declared a state of emergency Monday after the country ...
Exchange Rates1d
Live Sierra Leone Leone (SLL) Exchange Rates
Welcome to the Sierra Leone Leone exchange rate & live currency converter page. The Sierra Leone Leone (SLL) exchange rates represented on this page are live, updated every minute within the ...
Jenner & Block Advances Bid to Recover Fees From Sierra Leone
Jenner & Block moves forward in its effort to collect $8.1 million in legal fees from the Republic of Sierra Leone, in part because the law firm adequately alleges breach of contract, a federal judge ...
Filly Thorpedo Anna wins Horse of the Year at the Eclipse Awards
Trained by Ken McPeek, she earned six Grade 1 victories last year, including the Kentucky Oaks, and finished second in the ...