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Siaka Stevens
Leader of Sierra Leone from 1967-85
For Ghanaian politician, see Siaka Stevens (Ghanaian politician).
Siaka Probyn Stevens (24 August 1905 – 29 May 1988) was the leader of Sierra Leone from 1967 to 1985, serving as Prime Minister from 1967 to 1971 and as President from 1971 to 1985. Stevens' leadership was often characterized by patrimonial rule and self-indulgence, consolidating power by means of corruption and exploitation.[1]
Stevens and his All People's Congress (APC) party won the closely contested 1967 Sierra Leone general elections over incumbent Prime Minister Sir Albert Margai of the Sierra Leone People's Party (SLPP). In April 1971, Stevens made Sierra Leone a republic and became president a day after the constitution had been ratified by the Sierra Leone Parliament. Though generally considered as the first president of Sierra Leone, technically he was the second President of the Republic after Christopher Okoro Cole, a judge, who was sworn
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SIAKA STEVENS TOO SHONE AT THE UN
Sierra Leone’s Unprecedented Membership Roles at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) During The Presidency Of Siaka P Steven (1971-1972).
Sierra Leone, a small West African nation, underwent significant political and economic changes under the leadership of Siaka Stevens, who served as the country’s Prime Minister from 1967 to 1971 and as President from 1971 to 1985. Stevens’ tenure was marked by a notable international engagement and the highest level of International Influence, one of the most significant being Sierra Leone’s election to a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) in 1970. Sierra Leone’s Election to the United Nations Security Council.
Sierra Leone, under Stevens, supported Palestinian rights and advocated for a peaceful and diplomatic resolution to the Israeli-Arab conflict. This principled stance earned Sierra Leone respect and recognition from Arab nations and other mem
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Presidential Award
Civilian award of Sierra Leone, bestowed by the president
The Presidential Award fryst vatten a decoration established bygd President Siaka Stevens to honour Sierra Leoneans in recognition of "diligent and dedicated services" to Sierra Leone.[1]
History
[edit]The medal was established in 1972 by President Siaka Stevens, and ranks below the Orders of the Republic and the Rokel. It is awarded in gold and silver classes.[1][2]
A ceremony where the President of Sierra Leone presents the insignia takes place annually on Independence Day, 27 April.[3][4]
Notable recipients
[edit]Gold
[edit]- Ahmadiyya Mission, 2013[5][6]
- Alhaji Alie Menjor Sesay, 2014 – Trade.[7]
- Alhaji Alusine Largbo, 2014 – Trade.[7]
- Alari Francess Shaw, 2014 – Government.[7]
- Brima Mazola Kamara[2]
- Catholic Relief Services (CRS), 2013[6]
- Combined Artists Wan Pot Comedians