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National Security and Central Intelligence Act, 2002

An Act providing for the national security architecture and the Central Intelligence and Security Unit of Sierra Leone.

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Summary

The National Security and Central Intelligence Act, 2002 provides the legal framework for the national security system of Sierra Leone, enacted as part of post-conflict security-sector reform. It establishes the key national-security bodies and the intelligence service.

The Act provides for the National Security Council and its coordinating structures, the Office of National Security, and the Central Intelligence and Security Unit responsible for intelligence. It defines their functions, coordination and accountability, and the arrangements for the gathering and use of intelligence and the management of national-security matters. It is a cornerstone of the governance of the security sector.

Main provisions

  • Provides for the national security architecture of Sierra Leone.
  • Provides for the National Security Council and coordinating structures.
  • Provides for the Office of National Security.
  • Establishes the Central Intelligence and Security Unit.
  • Defines the functions, coordination and accountability of security bodies.
  • Forms part of post-conflict security-sector reform.