Adding that election poll workers were presuming they (women) were dishonest about their status as baby mothers or pregnant. Other reasons the group says included the issue of special needs individuals taking too much of the election’s poll workers s time. 63% of the polling places observed had a woman presiding officer.”Atty. At 60.9% of polling places, our observer noted voters’ fingers were checked for prior inking. At 80.4% of the polling places visited, observers noted voters’ confusion with identifying their polling enter.

MONROVIA – Leopoldo Lopez Gil, Head of the Delegation of the European Union Parliament, currently in Liberia to observe the elections, has called on political parties and candidates to accept the results of the October 10 elections as announced by the National Elections Commission (NEC). The EU EOM praised the Liberian government and the National Elections Commission for conducting transparent and well-handled elections. The latest results, according to the NEC were collated from 392 of the 5,890 polling stations across the country, constituting approximately 6.66% of the total polling places. Zargo has 658 votes, equivalent to 9.11% of the total votes. In Montserrado County, incumbent Senator Saah Hardy Joseph of the CDC is leading with 16,472 votes (56.73%).

Monrovia – In light of the 2023 Presidential & General Elections, the Press Union of Liberia underscores the paramount importance of preserving peace and upholding democratic governance in Liberia. To this end, the Union fervently appeals to all political parties, including the Unity Party (UP) and Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), to refrain from organizing press conferences announcing election results from the polling held on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. In an official press statement, the Press Union of Liberia emphasizes the potential consequences of such impulsive announcements, which could incite violence and disrupt the peace of the nation. Meanwhile, the Press Union of Liberia has congratulated the Liberian People for their enthusiastic participation in the elections and their commitment to exercising their right to vote. The Press Union of Liberia reiterates its commitment to fostering a peaceful and democratic environment throughout the electoral process.

FULL STATEMENTThe Campaign Committee to Elect Alexander B. Cummings President of Liberia is alarmed by the reported numbers the CPP presidential ticket is said to have received so far. While we are still assessing the results at this point, it's important that we flag as a major issue of concern the‘clear pattern that is emerging across the country. This is compelling CPP partisans and supporters to conclude that the results for the CPP presidential ticket may have been predetermined as opposed to reflecting the actual votes cast. We have a duty to our young democracy, our partisans and supporters, and the people of Liberia to do so. Let there be no mistake: The outcome of the October 10 elections must be seen by the people of Liberia to freely and fairly reflect their will.

-- As Liberians anxiously anticipate official election resultsProvisional results of the Liberian presidential elections have begun rolling out, showing a divide among voters. These open counties would be key to either Weah or Boakai winning the October 10 polls. The Elections Commission has 15 days after the day votes from the day the vote is cast to announce the election results. In remarks after voting yesterday, Boakai briefly urged his supporters to remain peaceful before and after casting their votes. "Let's remain peaceful," said Boakai, who served as Vice President to former President Sirleaf during the Unity Party's 12 years at the helm.

"All efforts by the NEC staff to cross the river from both sides have proven futile so far. "Due to the situation, the Commission will extend the voting time in those areas," the NEC Chair said. Similarly, in Rivercess County, the Timbo River, according to NEC, overflowed its banks, preventing the electoral body's vehicles from crossing. Today, I had the privilege of observing the voting process at polling stations in Monrovia. "Remember, the only election results that matter are the ones announced by the National Elections Commission NEC Liberia," Rodriguez noted.

The U.S. Embassy is aware that multiple candidates and political parties are claiming victory prior to the announcement of official results from the National Elections Commission. For our part, the U.S. Embassy, like other international partners, will be awaiting official results from the NEC before judging the outcome of the election, despite claims by any party or candidate, and we encourage Liberians to patiently do the same. We note the joint post-election press statement from the ECOWAS and African Union election observation missions and agree that “media, political parties, and candidates [should] avoid the temptation to call the elections resultsahead of the NEC’s declaration.”We reiterate our congratulations to the people of Liberia for their participation in the elections and commend the dedication displayed in exercising the right to vote and engage in the electoral process. We continue to urge all citizens, political parties, and political aspirants to await official results calmly, patiently, and peacefully.

-NEC Provisional Results ShowProvisional results from the National Elections Commission (NEC) indicate that Joseph N. Boakai, the opposition candidate and former Vice President, has taken an early lead in the presidential race. As of now, Boakai is ahead of the incumbent president, George Weah, by 1,438 votes. The results are based on 16 polling places in two counties, Bomi and Montserrado, which account for approximately 0.27% of the total 5,890 polling places across the country. Boakai received 3,119 votes, whereasWeah secured 1,681 votes. The NEC will continue to release additional provisional results within the legally mandated 15-dayperiod for announcing the final election results.

But the truth is, there is no quick-fix solution for Liberia’s numerous problemsIt is not about who wins the 2023 presidential elections. In 2021, the total public debt reached US$1,866 million, up from US$1,781 million in 2020. “The Weah administration developed a strategy to address Liberia's problems, including unemployment, under the Pro-poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development (PAPD). Fokofo is among the 2.4 million registered voters, according to the National Elections Commission, who were eligible to participate in the October 10 polls. Teta, who just graduated from high school, said she wants a leader who will equip public schools to provide quality education for less privileged students.

The limited availability of queue workers meant voters had to wait longer than expected, as the voting process was slow. Shortage of Polling Staff Slows Voting Process in LiberiaOne of the many polling stations across the country adversely affected by the slow voting process. After accusing the election officials of purposefully obstructing the voting process, Cllr. In today's election, voters will also elect representatives and senators to the legislature. Four hours prior to the commencement of voting, voters started to show up as early as 5:00 a.m.

These stations will be staffed by polling officials who are trained by the National Elections Commission (NEC) to manage the voting process. How does a presidential candidate win? For a presidential candidate to be declared the winner, they must receive more than 50 percent of the vote. The National Elections Commission has 15 days after the day votes are cast to announce the election results. If the court sustains the election of a candidate, the Commission shall act to effectuate the mandate of the Court.

The man to beat, however, among the 20 candidates is the incumbent, President George Weah, who is seeking reelection after six years in office. The President is seeking re-election with Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor, who is highly influential in Bong County, the nation's third most populous county. The next man closer to the presidency is former Vice President Joseph Boakai, who is eyeing the presidency with decades of experience in Liberia's public sector. The 78-year-old was previously Minister of Agriculture from 1983 to 1985, and during the current postwar era, he served as Vice President from 2006 to 2018, under former President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, Unity Party. The son of a former Vice President, Moniba has promised to diversify the economy and create jobs by building "food production zones" in each of the 15 subdivisions.

As early as 4am local time on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 eligible voters including first time voters woke up from their beds to secure their respective spots in a queue in readiness to vote for the person of their choice including the presidency and members of both the houses of Senate and Representatives in this much anticipated elections. During the tour early this morning in central Monrovia, Professor Attahiru Muhammadu Jega, head of the ECOWAS delegation, and Abdel-Fatau Musah, Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security who led the team including Ambassador Josephine Nkrumah, ECOWAS Representative to Liberia during tour of various polling centers urged Liberians to be peaceful during these elections in the interest of their country. Liberians themselves who stood in queue to vote for the person of their choice speaking to the GNN poured praises on the International Community including election observers from ECOWAS, AU, EU, and others international observers and monitors, and prayed that these elections will bring a new breed of leaders who will make the difference. According to today’s protocol, the team is expected to visit the polling center where the incumbent President, George Manneh Weah is expected to cast his vote. Visited 25 times, 25 visit(s) today

By Reuters |Pakistan’s UN Human Rights Council member fails to honor Israelis murdered by Hamas in moment of silenceHorrifying video shows Hamas terrorists kidnap Israeli mom and her two young sonsBiden admin official John Kirby gets choked up discussing Hamas’ atrocities in IsraelHow Israeli intel failed, Joe should back ousting Hamas and other commentaryIran’s top authority Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Tuesday that Tehran had not been involved in the Hamas group’s weekend attack on Israel, but he hailed what he called Israel’s “irreparable” military and intelligence defeat. In his first televised speech since the attack, Khamenei said “we kiss the hands of those who planned the attack on the Zionist regime.”“This destructive earthquake has destroyed some critical structures (in Israel) which will not be repaired easily … The Zionist regime’s own actions are to blame for this disaster,” said Khamenei. Iran has long backed the Hamas group, which controls the Gaza Strip and rejects Israel’s right to exist. Israel said earlier on Tuesday it had re-established control over the Gaza border and was planting mines where militants had toppled the barrier during their bloody weekend assault after another night of relentless Israeli air raids on the enclave. Read more of this storyVisited 16 times, 16 visit(s) today

The Election Observation Missions of ECOWAS and the African Union said they are observing and with keen interest the ongoing electoral process and the events leading to the 10 October 2023 General Elections. The ECOWAS and AU Missions in a joint statement called on all stakeholders to preserve the peace and stability of Liberia before, during, and after the elections. The polling centers are observed to be peaceful with everyone in the queued to cast their votes in the county. In today's election, voters will also elect representatives and senators to the legislature. Four hours prior to the commencement of voting, voters started to show up as early as 5:00 a.m.