OMBUDSMAN ENGAGES THE CHAIRMAN AND STAFF OF THE SIERRA LEONE HEALTH SERVICE COMMISSION

In continuation of his Sensitization about his mandate and partnership building drive, the Ombudsman Tejan Ahmed Israel Jah Esq has paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman and Staff of the Sierra Leone Health Service Commission at their Offices in Freetown.

Making his presentation, the Ombudsman explained his mandate as enshrined in the Constitution of Sierra Leone Act No.6 of 1991 and also the Ombudsman Act of 1997. He outlined the definition of Injustice which includes hardship, detriment or grievance occasioned by any inequitable treatment whether legally imposed or otherwise.

The Ombudsman further described maladministration as bias, unfair discrimination, harshness or general high-handedness and also using powers for the wrong purpose. He encouraged members of staff to ensure that they explore their internal redress mechanisms before making a complaint to the office of the Ombudsman.

Thanking the Ombudsman and Team, the Chairman, Sierra Leone Health Service Commission Dr. Anthony Sandi, stated that the information shared by the Ombudsman is essential and that his Institution will abide by same but stressed that the Ombudsman's Office needs to do more in sensitizing the populace about its mandate and functions. He pledged his Commission's continued collaboration with the Office of the Ombudsman.

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