The Sierra Leone Police Force has arrested three individuals believed to be administrators of the popular Facebook page, Salone Gossip.

The arrested individuals, identified as Christiana, her sister, and their family friend Amani, were taken into custody amid allegations of their involvement with the platform.

An anonymous statement from the actual admin of Salone Gossip refutes these claims, describing the accusations as baseless and unjust. The admin highlighted that Christiana is a struggling single mother, her sister is dealing with a serious health issue, and Amani, a family friend, only went to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to assist Christiana after hearing she might be granted bail.

"None of these people accused have ever been part of this platform, nor do any of us here know them personally,” the admin stated. “We run an anonymous platform but remain committed to helping individuals who desperately seek help from us. To do so, we have countless followers who selflessly and passionately help with no conditions attached.”

The admin also criticized the police for targeting innocent individuals while more serious crimes in the country go unaddressed. “We are respectfully calling on the Sierra Leone Police Force to please release these three innocent and harmless individuals and turn their focus to the many grave crimes being committed that need immediate attention from the police,” the admin urged.

Salone Gossip, known for its candid discussions and inside scoops on various issues affecting Sierra Leone, has a large following. The platform has often been a source of controversy due to its unfiltered content and the anonymity of its operators.

The arrests have ignited widespread debate on social media, with many supporters of Salone Gossip rallying behind the call for the release of Christiana, her sister, and Amani. Critics argue that the police should prioritize more pressing criminal matters instead of pursuing those linked to social media activities.