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The Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) has alerted the public that its system was hacked, leading to the production and circulation of fraudulent vehicle licences.
In a Public Notice dated 2nd October 2026, the Authority said its Information Technology systems recently suffered an unauthorised cyber intrusion.
According to the Authority, following investigation by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Sierra Leone Police, five individuals who are not staff of SLRSA have been arrested and are currently assisting the police with investigations.
SLRSA is urging all vehicle owners and drivers who have concerns about the authenticity of their vehicle licences to visit any SLRSA office nationwide for verification.
The Authority clarified that it is a public institution distinct from insurance companies and other insurance service providers. It cautioned the public against individuals who falsely present themselves as SLRSA staff or agents.
“Members of the public are advised to verify the identity and official status of anyone claiming to represent the SLRSA before conducting any transaction or providing personal information or making any payment,” the notice stated.
The Authority strongly warned the public not to patronise unauthorised individuals, agents or intermediaries offering to process SLRSA licences or other SLRSA services outside its established systems and offices.
It stressed that all vehicle licences and related services must be processed only through officially designated SLRSA offices and authorised channels nationwide, including its partner banks – Union Trust Bank, Guaranty Trust Bank, Eco Bank, Sierra Leone Commercial Bank, United Bank for Africa, First International Bank, Rokel Commercial Bank, Sky Bank, Zenith Bank and Access Bank.
The SLRSA said it remains committed to safeguarding the integrity of its systems and ensuring that legitimate road users receive secure and authentic documentation.
Vehicle licences are one of the Authority’s core revenue sources and are mandatory for all vehicles plying the roads. The circulation of fake licences not only defrauds Government of revenue but also poses security risks, as vehicles with fake documents can be difficult to trace.
This is the first time in recent years that SLRSA has publicly confirmed a cyber intrusion into its licensing system. The Authority did not disclose the number of fake licences believed to be in circulation.
SLRSA is calling on all motorists to: Stay Alert! Verify Your License! Use Official SLRSA Channels!
