Sierra Leone Implements Curfew as Escaped Prisoners Remain at Large

Sierra Leone has imposed a countrywide curfew due to a prison break in which armed individuals stormed into Central Padema Road prison. According to a facility official, detainees were released on Sunday morning. Prior to this incident, the gunmen also targeted a military barracks located near the presidential lodge, resulting in gunshots being heard in the area. This is an ongoing news story, and further updates will be provided. Umaru Fofana has contributed to the reporting of this article.