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Today, I Have Officially Clocked; Total Months: 288 Total Weeks: 1252 Total Days: 8766Total Hours: 210384Total Minutes: ...
16/08/2026

Today, I Have Officially Clocked;

Total Months: 288
Total Weeks: 1252
Total Days: 8766
Total Hours: 210384
Total Minutes: 12623040
Total Seconds: 757382400

Happy Birthday, Ibrahim John Sesay, Thank you for being the best version of yourself.❤️ I'm proud of you! ✨

Following the final module of our Second Semester Examination, I led a team of Smart Media Press members on a courtesy v...
16/08/2026

Following the final module of our Second Semester Examination, I led a team of Smart Media Press members on a courtesy visit to the Chancellor of Central University, Dr. Muckson Sesay Snr., to reaffirm our commitment to responsible campus journalism and empowering students with digital media skills.

Dr. Muckson Sesay commended our efforts as Level 200 students, particularly our role in bridging the information gap between the student community and the university administration.

was established to empower students to develop and showcase their skills in journalistic writing, reporting, broadcasting, public speaking, leadership, and digital media production.

For the past one year and eight months, we have organized free media training programmes for students, covered university events and programmes, independently conduct SUG elections, and contributed to strengthening communication between students and the administration.

As we conclude the Second Semester, we extend our deepest appreciation to the administration of for its continued support and for providing facilities and opportunities that have enabled us to pursue our media initiatives.

Special thanks to all lecturers in the Central University Communication & Humanities Department for their guidance, dedication, engaging and practical teaching methods. Every lecture and practical experience has contributed significantly to improving our media, reporting, and production skills.

To the hardworking members of Smart Media Press ✍🏾, thank you for being part of this journey and for your continued commitment to advancing responsible campus journalism.

To our parents, guardians, sponsors, and social media followers, we sincerely appreciate your continued support. Without your encouragement, contributions, and unwavering support, we would not have come this far. Thank you for believing in us and being part of our journey.

Above all, we give thanks and praise to the Almighty for guiding us throughout the academic year and bringing us this far.

As we prepare for our qualifying year (Third Year/Level 300), we look forward to continuing our mission of empowering students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to become responsible and professional media practitioners.



~ CEO, Smart Media Press
©️ Amb. Ibrahim John Sesay (Popay)

Your greatest competition is the person you were yesterday. Never allow criticism, rejection, or temporary failures to d...
09/07/2026

Your greatest competition is the person you were yesterday. Never allow criticism, rejection, or temporary failures to define your future. Every honest effort, every sleepless night, and every challenge you overcome is preparing you for something greater. Stay focused on your purpose, work with integrity, and trust that consistency will produce results. Not everyone will understand your journey, and that’s perfectly fine. Keep your heart pure, your mind strong, and your faith unshaken. Walk with confidence, celebrate every small victory, and remember that your determination today is building the success you will enjoy tomorrow.

~ Ranger

I am deeply honored to receive the Outstanding Leadership and Academic Excellence Award in recognition of my contributio...
30/06/2026

I am deeply honored to receive the Outstanding Leadership and Academic Excellence Award in recognition of my contributions to student leadership, community engagement, and national development.

This recognition was presented to me during the Western Area Rural District Outstanding Leadership and Academic Excellence Awards 2026, organized by the Western Area Rural District Students' Union (WARDSU), and held on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at the Western Area Rural District Council (WARD.C) Hall in Waterloo.

I received the Special Recognition – Legacy of Leadership Award is both humbling and inspiring. This award represents not only a personal achievement but also a reflection of years of commitment, service, and dedication to advancing student unionism and creating meaningful impact within my community.

I am particularly grateful to be recognized as one of the longest-serving members of and for the opportunity I had to serve as a two-term Public Relations Officer of the union. Those years of leadership strengthened my belief in the power of student advocacy, collective action, and purposeful communication in driving development and transformation.

This recognition serves as renewed motivation for me to continue investing in youth empowerment, leadership development, media excellence, and national progress. I extend sincere appreciation to WARDSU, colleagues, mentors, and everyone who has supported and believed in my journey.

You won’t always see the ripple your kindness creates, but it matters. Life can be tough, and failure is inevitable but ...
27/06/2026

You won’t always see the ripple your kindness creates, but it matters. Life can be tough, and failure is inevitable but it’s not the end; it’s part of your growth. Don’t chase perfection or validation from others. You are already worthy. Compete only with yourself to become the best version of you. Believe in your strength, rise from your setbacks, and surround yourself with those who challenge and inspire you. Positive energy, courage, and self-belief transform lives. Keep going. Your story isn’t over yet and your best is still unfolding every day ahead.

~ Amin Kef (Ranger)

Over the past one week, through Smart Media Press, I had the privilege of training passionate students at Central Univer...
22/06/2026

Over the past one week, through Smart Media Press, I had the privilege of training passionate students at Central University, in Video Editing, Graphic Design and Content Creation as part of our 2-Week Free Media Training Programme.

The training, which commenced on 10th June 2026 and expected to end on the 24th June 2026, was designed to equip students with practical digital media skills and create opportunities for creativity, innovation, and economic empowerment.

Students from different departments joined the programme with enthusiasm and commitment to strengthen their knowledge in videography, graphic design, and content creation. Throughout the sessions, participants gained hands-on experience using professional tools including: Adobe Premiere Pro, Microsoft Clipchamp, Canva, and PosterMyWall, while also exploring editing techniques, visual effects, and background sound integration.

As the CEO of , I remain committed to creating platforms that empower students beyond the classroom.

I believe through media, young people can transform ideas into opportunities. Our goal is to develop students’ capacities in journalistic writing, reporting, broadcasting, public speaking, leadership and digital media journalism.

This initiative reflects one of our core missions - to contribute to youth empowerment, digital literacy, and skills development.

I want to extend a big thank you to the Administration of Central University, for granting my request to organize this 2-Week Free Media Training for students.

A sincere thank you to every student who participated and embraced the learning journey. The future of media is bright, and this is only the beginning.

Join us on the 24th June, as we conclude the 2-Week Free Media Training; and students will also present their projects.

It was an honor to participate in the Youth Roundtable Discussion organized by The Orphan Empowerment Society Sierra Leo...
29/04/2026

It was an honor to participate in the Youth Roundtable Discussion organized by The Orphan Empowerment Society Sierra Leone (TOES-SL) under the theme: “Empowering Sierra Leone Youths for National Development.”

The session focused on promoting meaningful youth participation in national development, bringing together a diverse group of young people, private sector representatives, civil society leaders, and development stakeholders.

Key discussions centered on youth inclusion in governance and policy-making processes, employment opportunities, entrepreneurship, and skills development. Participants also examined the importance of transparency, accountability, innovation, and public-private partnerships in advancing youth development.

The roundtable further explored issues relating to youth employment, education, innovation, civic engagement, digital transformation, and climate-related opportunities for young people.

For more info: The Calabash Newspaper (https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/toes-sl-hosts-youth-roundtable-discussion-on-empowering-sierra-leone-youths-for-national-development/)

I am so excited to receive the Academic and Social Awards 2026 as the   at Central University Sierra Leone.This recognit...
26/04/2026

I am so excited to receive the Academic and Social Awards 2026 as the at Central University Sierra Leone.

This recognition is not only a personal achievement, but also a reflection of the impact I have been privileged to make within the student community by using as a bridge of communication between the university administration and the student body. I remain committed to continuing my support for students and contributing meaningfully to student development.

I am sincerely grateful to Almighty God for fueling my passion to advance the welfare of students at Central University. I am equally thankful for the journey, the unwavering support, and the opportunity to serve the student community.

I am delighted to be recognized with the Grand National Youths Award 2026 as one of the 65 Most Influential Young Leader...
26/04/2026

I am delighted to be recognized with the Grand National Youths Award 2026 as one of the 65 Most Influential Young Leaders in Sierra Leone. 🇸🇱

The award ceremony was organized by the Youth Network in Elections and Governance SL (YONEG) and held on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Freetown City Hall.

This recognition reflects my unwavering commitment to youth empowerment and the media industry as the Online_Journalist.

I am deeply honored to be recognized as one of the 70 Most Influential Students in Sierra Leone by the National Union of...
11/04/2026

I am deeply honored to be recognized as one of the 70 Most Influential Students in Sierra Leone by the National Union of Sierra Leone Students-NUSS.

This award is not just a personal milestone, but a reminder of the responsibility to continue leading, inspiring, and creating impact within our student community and beyond.

Grateful for the journey, the support, and the opportunity to serve. The work continues.

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