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Sierra Leone’s Chief Minister, David Moinina Sengeh, has extended a formal congratulation to NFL star Jaxon Smith-Njigba following his victory in Super Bowl LX on Sunday night.
The message, posted to social media shortly after the Seattle Seahawks’ 29–13 win over the New England Patriots, has sparked nationwide excitement over a potential visit from the champion wide receiver.
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Dr. Sengeh highlighted the pride felt by the nation after Smith-Njigba competed on the world’s biggest stage while wearing the Sierra Leonean flag on his helmet.
“Together #WeWillDeliver! Congratulations to our very own Jaxon Smith-Njigba on your Super Bowl win,” the Chief Minister wrote. “All of Sierra Leone is proud of you. Can’t wait to receive you in Freetown!”
The “Green, White, and Blue” decal on Smith-Njigba’s helmet was a focal point for local fans throughout the broadcast, serving as a tribute to his paternal grandfather, John Njigba, who immigrated to the United States from Sierra Leone.
The Chief Minister’s public invitation for Smith-Njigba to visit Freetown suggests that the government may be planning an official reception for the athlete during the NFL off-season.
Smith-Njigba, who was also named the NFL’s 2025 Offensive Player of the Year, has been a vocal advocate for his heritage through the NFL Heritage Program. His success is being celebrated by the government as a testament to the talent and resilience of the Sierra Leonean diaspora.
Local sports fans and officials have praised the receiver for restoring his family’s original surname—Njigba—and using his platform to bring global visibility to the country.
As the Seahawks celebrate their championship in the United States, the conversation in Sierra Leone has shifted toward the logistics of a “homecoming” for the man who has become the nation’s most prominent figure in American professional sports.
