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Sierra Leonean refugees complain about local security

[Republic of Congo] Révérend Frédéric Bitsangou, alias Pasteur Ntoumi, leader of the former rebel Consel national de résistance, also known as the Ninjas. IRIN
The Reverend Frédéric Bitsangou, alias Pasteur Ntoumi, leader of the former rebel Consel national de résistance, also known as the Ninjas.
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    Meanwhile in Kumgbor, Lofa County, Sierra Leonean refugees have complained about local security to a visiting District Superintendent, 'Star radio' reported on Friday. The refugees told the Gbarama District Superintendent, William Seh, that security men were harassing them for identity cards and taking away their food. According to 'Star radio', Seh promised prompt government action to bring the situation "under control" and said he would recommend to the UNHCR that refugees be given identity cards. There are about 1,000 Sierra Leonean refugees in Kumgbor, 'Star radio' added.

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