Sierra Leonean Education Minister Wins Best Minister

Sierra Leonean Education Minister, David Sengeh has returned home to a hero’s welcome after winning the Best Minister in the World award at a ceremony held last week in Dubai.

Report says the award recognises government ministers who “demonstrate their excellence in a public sector, their efforts to implement, promote innovation in their domain.”

Mr . Sengeh was recognised for his efforts to impart education to the children of Sierra Leone. He was among 10 finalists.

Staff at the ministry clapped for him on Monday as he resumed work.

In a tweet, Mr. Sengeh appreciated his team as the best in the world.

“I’ll tell you what, I’ve the Best Team in the World! That includes all teachers and students,” he said.

BBC/Christopher Ojilere