Hussain bin Haji Mohammad Yusof (27 July 1933 – December 2012), sometimes spelled Hussein, was a Bruneian aristocrat and politician who held the position of Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports (MCYS) from 1986 to 2005.
[5][6] He was the son of the nobleman Pehin Orang Kaya Digadong Seri Diraja Dato Laila Utama Haji Awang Mohammad Yusof and Datin Hajah Dayang Fatimah; he had a brother named Dato Paduka Haji Ahmad, Tutong District Officer from 1983 to 1984.
Acting Deputy Pension Manager Hussain was one of the 19 young Bruneian officials and students who will be taking government scholarships to study in the UK and Australia.
[6] As a director at the MCYS on 29 January 1975, Pehin Hussain affirmed that the government of Brunei would hold training for the youth in cloth weaving, silversmiths and coppersmiths, barbers and tailors.
The PGGMB leadership has been able to put together a 'Plan of Action' on projects based on the strategy of its struggle entrusted by all the board members.The Brunei Darussalam Red Crescent Society, a longstanding NGO, is strengthening its authority through educational programs for members.
Pehin Hussain emphasized the importance of such initiatives during Flag Day 2002, urging collaboration with the government for the welfare of vulnerable groups.
[6] Hussain holds the title of Yang Berhormat (The Honourable) Pehin Orang Kaya Digadong Seri Lela on 24 August 1992, making him a member of Manteri.
[2][18] He has been given the following awards: Hussain has obtained an International Honorary Doctorate from the United States Sports Academy on 22 July 2000.