Sengeh Applauds Aziz-Kamara’s Pre-School Gift to Segbwema
Segbwema, Kailahun District, 6th September 2025.
A wave of joy swept through Segbwema on Saturday as the community welcomed the official unveiling of a brand-new pre-school, fully funded and constructed by the Deputy Minister of Technical and Higher Education, Hon. Sarjoh Aziz-Kamara, and his family. The school, which stands as both a personal gift and a lasting legacy, was formally handed over to the people of Segbwema in a ceremony attended by senior government officials, community leaders, and residents.
The event was headlined by Sierra Leone’s Chief Minister, Dr. David Moinina Sengeh, who hailed the project as a powerful example of citizen-driven development in line with President Julius Maada Bio’s Free Quality School Education (FQSE) program.
“Today is a special day, because when we talk about delivery, this is what we mean,” the Chief Minister remarked. “You cannot fix a broken system in one day, but what we are witnessing here is real progress. Early childhood development is critical, and this school is part of that transformation.”
Dr. Sengeh further underscored the need for a holistic approach to early learning, stressing the importance of nutrition, structured play, and teacher training in shaping the future of young learners.
For Hon. Aziz-Kamara, the initiative was deeply personal. “This is where I started Class One,” he shared. “Giving back to this town is my way of saying thank you. This school represents opportunity for every child who walks through its doors.”
Representing the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education, Deputy Minister I, Mrs. Emilia K. Gorgra, assured the gathering of the Ministry’s support in providing trained teachers and educational resources.
Chairman of KAIDDA, Dr. Samuel S. Jibao, praised the gesture and urged other public servants to emulate the example. “This is how we complement government’s development efforts. I encourage all appointees to give back to their communities this is how we build together,” he emphasized.
The new Methodist Pre-School is expected to serve dozens of children in Segbwema and neighboring villages, offering a strong foundation for learning during their most formative years.
As the school prepares to open in the coming academic term, it stands as a testament to the spirit of partnership, community service, and the government’s vision for human capital development.
