By Josephine Sesay

In a bold push to enhance transparency and accountability, the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) of Sierra Leone has rolled out stringent updates to its Asset Declaration Regime. The revamped rules mandate that all public officials declare their assets within three months of taking office, signalling a zero-tolerance stance on corruption in government ranks.

Alex Bah, assistant public relations officer at the ACC, unveiled the changes during an interview on wake-up Sierra Leone we’ve overhauled the asset declaration regime to make it mandatory for every public official to disclose their assets within three months of appointment, he said, those who fail to comply will face the full weight of our sanction laws.

The new measures are a cornerstone of the ACC’s broader mission to root out corruption and instill integrity across public service. By shrinking the declaration window and bolstering enforcement, the commission aims to prevent officials from leveraging their roles for illicit enrichment.

Asset declarations serve as a vital weapon against corruption, enabling the ACC to track unexplained wealth and hold officials to account. the updated regime is designed to plug loopholes that once undermined oversight, paving the way for stronger governance and renewed public trust.

The ACC has vowed to enforce compliance relentlessly, promising swift penalties for violators regardless of rank or influence. The move has sparked optimism among citizens and civil society groups, who see it as a decisive stride toward cleaner, more accountable leadership in Sierra Leone.