October 7, 2024

The National Coordinator for the Media Network Movement, Mr. Ibrahim Isaac Mansaray, today presented an award to Mr. Laima A.K. Dumbuya, Senior Budget Officer at the Ministry of Technical and Higher Education, for his remarkable contributions to national development. The award ceremony took place at the Ministry’s New England Sababu Building, underscoring Mr. Dumbuya’s significant role in supporting the New Direction Government’s educational initiatives, which have had a profound impact on our nation’s development.

In his address, Mr. Mansaray emphasized that the award was a testament to Mr. Dumbuya’s exceptional work within the Ministry of Technical and Higher Education. He highlighted that the recognition stemmed from the Senior Budget Officer’s pivotal role in advancing the government’s key priorities, especially the “Big Five Game Changers” agenda.

‘As a man of the youth, his office is always open, and today, we hold him accountable in the most positive way by recognizing his dedication and commitment,’
Mr. Mansaray stated. He further commended Mr. Dumbuya for his transparency and active involvement in the Ministry’s financial planning, adding that the award is well-deserved for his continuous efforts toward national development.

Accepting the award, Mr. Laima A.K. Dumbuya expressed his gratitude to the Media Network Movement for recognizing his contributions. He dedicated the award to his colleagues at both the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Technical and Higher Education, acknowledging the invaluable support and teamwork that has allowed him to showcase his skills. Mr. Dumbuya also expressed appreciation to his family for their unwavering support, highlighting the importance of a united front in achieving national goals.

‘I am honored to receive this award, which not only motivates me but also puts me on my toes to continue doing more in support of government initiatives,’ Mr. Dumbuya remarked. He reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring the successful implementation of government policies, particu
larly in budgeting, planning, and execution.

Mr. Mansaray concluded the event by stating that the award was given to Mr. Dumbuya for his exceptional performance during the recently concluded budget hearings at the Ministry of Finance, where his outstanding defense of the Ministry of Technical and Higher Education’s budget stood out.

Senior officials from the Ministry of Technical and Higher Education and other stakeholders from the education sector attended the event, and they lauded Mr. Dumbuya’s efforts in advancing the country’s educational agenda under the New Direction Government.

Source: Sierra Leone News Agency