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Sierra Leone PM Accuses Dutch Minister of Neo-Colonialism in Extradition Row

Dutch Justice Minister David van Weel publicly pressured Sierra Leone to extradite convicted drug trafficker 'Bolle Jos' Leijdekkers, prompting the Sierra Leonean prime minister to accuse him of acting like a colonial overlord. The diplomatic spat marks a sharp escalation in bilateral tensions over the fugitive's presumed hiding place. The extradition remains uncertain as Sierra Leone resists Dutch pressure.

NOS2 days agoNL, SL, TR, NGCredibility 51%View source

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