HC Deb 09 November 1960 vol 629 c59W
Mr. Brockway

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies on what grounds Mr. T. S. Mbriwa, a Member of the Legislative Council of Sierra Leone, has been sentenced to six months imprisonment.

Mr. Iain Macleod

Mr. T. S. Mbriwa was convicted under Section 15 of the Sierra Leone Tribal Authorities Ordinance for attempting to undermine the lawful power and authority of a Paramount Chief. This Section readsAny person who shall conspire against or in any manner attempt to undermine the lawful power and authority of any chief or tribal authority shall be guilty of an offence. Provided that no person shall be prosecuted under this section without the prior consent of the Governor.