Honorees

Distinguished Leadership and Philanthropy Award.
Barrister. Allen Ifechukwu Onyema (The Ide of Ihiala LGA and Obata Obie of Mbosi) is a Nigerian lawyer and entrepreneur. He is the Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace Limited, which he established in 2013.

Distinguished Leadership in Economic Development Award.
Chief Akpabio is a Nigerian lawyer and politician who is currently serving as the 15th president of the Nigerian Senate since 2023. He was first elected as Senator representing Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District in 2015.

Distinguished Leadership in Economic Development Award.
Governor Olu is a Nigerian politician who has served as the governor of Lagos State, Nigeria, since 2019.

Distinguished Leadership in Sustainable Tourism Award.
He is a Nigerian clergy and politician who is the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. He was the former Commissioner for Lands and Water Resources in Akwa Ibom State, and the founder of All Nations Christian Ministry International.

Distinguished Leadership in Economic Development Award. He is a Nigerian economist, banker, investor, philanthropist, and politician, serving as the current Governor of Abia State in Nigeria

Distinguished Leadership in Sustainable Development Award
Dr. Dauda Lawal Dare is a Nigerian banker and politician who is the governor of Zamfara State.

Global Visionary Award for Outstanding Leadership in Democratic Governance, Gender Equality and Human Capital Development

He is a Sierra Leonean politician who has served as president of Sierra Leone since 4 April 2018. He is a retired brigadier in the Sierra Leone Army

Distinguished Leadership in Strategic Excellence and Diplomatic Relationships.

He is a Sierra Leonean petroleum engineer, diplomat and politician, currently the Minister Of Foreign Affairs for the Republic of Sierra Leone.

Outstanding Leader for Visionary Guidance and Exceptional Leadership.

He is the current Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament and the immediate past Majority Leader in the Fifth Parliament of the second Republic of Sierra Leone. He is also a ranking member of the Sierra Leone delegation to the ECOWAS Parliament from 2018 to date.

Distinguished Leadership for Eminent Achievement in Excellent Civil Service Administration and Performance Delivery

He is the High Commissioner to the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Government of Sierra Leone.

Distinguished Leadership in Governance and Dedicated Service to the Society Award.

This award acknowledges your dedication, innovative strategies, and impactful governance in strengthening Sierra Leone’s diplomatic relations and contributing to the country’s administrative effectiveness and growth.

Distinguished Leadership in Economic and Community Development Award
Chief Executive Officer, Lead Way Co. Ltd and Manager, Bo Rangers FC, Freetown, Sierra Leone.

Distinguished Leadership for Consistent Support and Exceptional Service to Humanity.

Mrs. Adama Tuma Jabbie, Board Chair, National Revenue Authority. President, Sierra Leone Bar Association, Freetown, Sierra Leone.

Distinguished Leadership for Outstanding Investment and Economic Impact Award.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Integrated Trading Services, Freetown, Sierra Leone.

Distinguished Leadership for Building Talent for Expeditionary Diplomacy

Ambassador Alhaji Soulay Daramy, Former Sierra Leone High Commissioner to The Gambia, Freetown, Sierra Leone.

Distinguished Leadership in Global Media Impact Investment Award.

Mr. Anthony Navo, Chief Executive Officer, African Young Voices TV/Radio Stations, Freetown, Sierra Leone.

Lifetime Achievement Award in Regional Development and Diplomacy 

Based on extensive experience and contributions in public administration, diplomacy, and international development, particularly in regional integration, peace, and security. Award recognizes her significant and impactful career dedicated to promoting sustainable livelihoods, gender and youth empowerment, and good governance across Africa.

Distinguished Support to the Growth and Development of Sierra Leone Mining Sector

This award acknowledges your dedication, innovative strategies, and impactful governance as the CEO of Leone Rock Metal Group. Your commitment to constructing a steel factory in Sierra Leone and promoting the beneficiation of iron ore, as well as your efforts in agricultural development, logistics, and shipping, have significantly contributed to the economic growth and development of Sierra Leone.

Distinguished Leadership in Legal Advocacy, and Impact Accelerator for Humanity

This award acknowledges your dedication, innovative strategies, and impactful governance as the first Executive Director of the Sierra Leone Legal Aid Board, where you have transformed it into the largest legal aid organization in the country.

Distinguished Leadership in Creating Safe and Sustainable Future in the Mining Sector Award.

This award acknowledges your dedication, innovative strategies, and impactful contributions to the well-being of Sierra Leoneans and advancement of the mining sector.

Distinguished Leadership in Healthcare Innovation and Community Impact Award.

This award acknowledges your dedication, innovative strategies, and impactful governance as the President of Moravia Health. Your work in expanding high-quality homecare services across multiple states, commitment to addressing food insecurity through Moravia Cares, and prestigious recognitions such as the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission have significantly contributed to the well-being of many individuals and communities.

Global Visionary Leadership Award.

This award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to fostering international collaboration and advancing sustainable development through their leadership and vision across various sectors (law, business, finance, pharmaceuticals, etc.).

Best Humanitarian Aid Foundation Award

The Baraka Foundation is a movement that has provided humanitarian support in Morocco and other African countries, including the Republic of Sierra Leone.

Outstanding Leadership in Promoting Global Tourism for Economic Development Award.

This award acknowledges your dedication, innovative strategies, and impactful contributions in your roles as Foreign Minister of Sierra Leone, former Minister of Planning and Economic Development, and Senior National Officer within the United Nations office in Sierra Leone. Your work has significantly contributed to the well-being of Sierra Leoneans and strengthened economic and community ties.

Award for Excellence in Urban Development and Democratic Governance.

This award is in recognition of your exceptional contributions to municipal governance and your unwavering commitment to enhancing the quality of life in Kanifing Municipality.

Excellence in Visionary Cultural Leadership Award.

This award recognizes your significant contributions to the promotion of culture and tourism in Africa and your role in fostering economic growth through these sectors.

Distinguished Leadership for Outstanding Contribution in Radical Governance Inclusion

This award acknowledges your dedication, innovative strategies, and impactful contributions in your roles as Chief Minister of Sierra Leone, former Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education, and Chief Innovation Officer for the Directorate of Science, Technology, and Innovation. Your work has significantly contributed to the well-being of Sierra Leoneans and strengthened economic and community ties.

Excellence in Holistic Health Leadership Award.

This award is a testament to your unwavering commitment to promoting natural health and well-being on a global scale.

Outstanding Contribution to Hospitality and Tourism Award

This award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of hospitality and tourism, and your work in advancing the industry globally through education, research, and professional service makes you a most

Visionary Artistic Leadership Award.

This award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to advancing cultural diversity, fostering international collaboration, and promoting sustainable development through folk art and cultural education.

Visionary Leadership in Community Development Award.

Your work, particularly in the development of the Delaware Global African Center, exemplifies the impact that dedicated leadership can have on creating spaces that celebrate cultural diversity, promote international collaboration and foster mutual understanding.

Excellence in Entrepreneurial Leadership and Innovation Award

In recognition of your outstanding contributions to the field of construction and management, as well as your exceptional efforts in mentoring and inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs

Excellence in Global Brand Leadership and Innovation Award

In recognition of your outstanding contributions to the field of brand architecture and your unwavering commitment to helping companies of all sizes achieve their potential through strategic brand development.

Distinguished Leadership for Humanitarian Excellence and Economic Development Award

In recognition of your exceptional contributions to the economic development of Sierra Leone, particularly through your leadership at Transnational SL Ltd, Capital Radio Sierra Leone, and your charitable initiatives through the Pikin Bizness and Adonis Abboud Trust Fund.

Global Health Innovator Leadership Award

This award acknowledges your unwavering commitment to improving healthcare delivery, both locally and internationally, and your leadership in bridging healthcare and global outreach.