By: Precious Miracle Kargbo
Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, has been honoured with the prestigious 7th Bai Bureh Service Delivery Award for 2024, recognising his outstanding contributions to public service in Sierra Leone.
Although Minister Bah was unable to attend the award ceremony on December 14, 2024, he remained actively engaged with the Bai Bureh Heritage Foundation and expressed his appreciation for the accolade.
On March 6, 2025, Minister Bah met with Amb. Unisa Fofanah, Executive Director of the Bai Bureh Heritage Foundation, to personally accept the award. The meeting underscored his commitment to transparency, accountability, and excellence in public service, as well as the significance of recognising outstanding public servants.
During the presentation, Amb. Fofanah praised Minister Bah for his leadership in transforming the Ministry of Information and Civic Education into a key hub for public information. He highlighted the ministry’s role in disseminating accurate and impactful information to citizens, which is essential in today’s fast-evolving media landscape.
In his remarks, Minister Bah commended the Bai Bureh Heritage Foundation for its dedication to promoting service delivery and civic responsibility.
“I have been following the strides of the Bai Bureh Heritage Foundation, and I must confess that I love what you guys are doing,” he stated, acknowledging the foundation’s efforts in fostering an informed and engaged citizenry.
Looking ahead, Minister Bah expressed his desire for a strong partnership between his ministry and the Bai Bureh Heritage Foundation, particularly in enhancing civic education among young people.
“My ministry will definitely establish a working partnership with your organisation to foster civic engagement among young people in Sierra Leone,” he affirmed.
This collaboration marks a progressive step towards strengthening civic education, ensuring that young people are actively involved in governance and national development. The synergy between government institutions and community-led initiatives promises a brighter and more informed future for Sierra Leone.
