UBA Leaders Honoured Among Sierra Leone’s Top 100

UBA Sierra Leone has celebrated former Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer Mohamed Alhajie Samoura and Head of Brand, Marketing and Corporate Communications (BMCC) Sallieu Sesay after both were named among the 100 Most Impactful Sierra Leonean Leaders of 2026.

The recognition marks a proud moment for the bank, highlighting the professional achievements, leadership and contributions of two individuals whose work has helped shape its corporate journey and public image.

During his tenure as Managing Director/CEO, Samoura provided strategic leadership and direction to UBA Sierra Leone, contributing to the bank’s growth and strengthening its position within the country’s financial services sector. His recognition reflects his years of professional experience and contribution to the banking industry.

Samoura’s leadership was associated with the bank’s continued business development and its efforts to expand financial services while maintaining its role in Sierra Leone’s evolving banking landscape.

Sallieu Sesay, Head of BMCC, has also played an important role in advancing the bank’s corporate identity, strengthening its brand visibility and fostering relationships with the media, customers and other stakeholders.

Through brand management, marketing and corporate communications, Sesay contributes to how the bank engages with the public, communicates its activities and builds trust with customers and the wider business community. His recognition underscores the importance of effective communication and strategic brand leadership in sustaining a strong corporate reputation.

The inclusion of both men among the 100 Most Impactful Sierra Leonean Leaders of 2026 highlights the value of professional dedication, institutional leadership and the contributions individuals make within their respective fields.

For UBA Sierra Leone, the recognition also provides an opportunity to celebrate the people behind its institutional progress and acknowledge the role that leadership, teamwork and professional excellence play in achieving organisational goals.

The bank noted that meaningful leadership extends beyond official titles and positions, reflecting the positive difference individuals make through their decisions, professional conduct and commitment to others.

UBA Sierra Leone congratulated Samoura and Sesay on the recognition, describing their achievements as a source of pride for the institution and a reflection of the talent and dedication that continue to contribute to its development.

Their recognition serves as an encouragement to professionals across Sierra Leone to pursue excellence, demonstrate leadership and make meaningful contributions to their organisations and the country.

UBA Sierra Leone reaffirmed its pride in celebrating the two leaders and their inclusion among the distinguished Sierra Leoneans recognised in 2026.