The government of Sierra Leone, represented by Jerry Torres, National Security Adviser to President Julius Maada Bio, has reportedly enlisted the services of Ifrah Law, a U.S.-based law firm, to conduct an inquiry into the immigration status of President Bio with U.S. authorities.

Ifrah Law has formally notified the U.S. Department of Justice about their mission to secure President Bio’s Alien File, comprehensively review its contents, examine any relevant litigation from the Immigration Court, and assess the potential for relief in relation with this this intriguing inquiry into President Bio’s U.S. immigration status.

Jerry Torres, a seasoned U.S. Army Special Forces veteran, assumed his role in August 2023, primarily tasked with advising and assisting President Bio and his administration in strengthening political ties with the United States.

The relationship between the Sierra Leone government and the United States soured following a disputed 2023 Presidential election. The U.S. State Department raised concerns about “anomalies” in Sierra Leone’s June 24 election where President Julius Maada Bio was re-elected.

In response, U.S. Secretary of State, Antony J. Blinken, announced the implementation of a stringent visa restriction policy targeting individuals involved in undermining the democratic process in Sierra Leone.

Although details of the individuals targeted by the US visa sanction weren’t immediately made public, it was speculated that President Bio and other government officials who participated in alleged electoral malpractice in the 2023 general elections might have been included.

The involvement of Ifrah Law in this investigation underscores the government’s commitment to thorough and impartial scrutiny. As the story unfolds, we will keep you updated on the developments surrounding .