Liberia: Ex-Bomi County Senator Sando Johnson Frowns at Setting of Payment Plans For Current, Former Government Official Found Guilty of Corruption
MONROVIA – Former Bomi County Senator Sando Dazoe Johnson says the ‘strange phenomenon’ of setting up payment plans for current or ex-public officials found guilty of embezzling state funds that has engulfed the justice system of Liberia is undermining efforts towards the fight against the menace. He called for the incarceration of those found guilty of corruption by the courts along with petty criminals without any interference or political consideration. One of the things I disagree with is that, once people steal and they are found guilty by the court, I disagree with ‘let’s do payment plan’. Avoid selective justiceHe maintained that the creeping habit of government, through the courts setting up payment plan for past or current public officials found liable of corruption is a resemblance of “selective justice”. He stated that the CDC led-government has to do more in the combat against corruption in the Liberian society and build the capacity of its citizens.
Source:Front Page Africa
June 09, 2021 07:41 UTC
Liberia, Guinea Hold Major International Rail User Agreement
Monrovia – A joint International Ministerial conference between Liberia and neighboring Guinea will begin in Monrovia on Wednesday, June 9, 2021.The 3-day gathering is intended to discuss the development of a rail corridor to transport Guinean mining products using Liberian port infrastructure. The Guinea Minister of Mines and Geology, Hon. Abdoulaye Magassouba, will lead the country’s Ministerial Committee on the Implementation Agreement, while Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah Jr. Will lead Liberia’s. It also facilitates the importation to Guinea by mining operators of goods used for mining projects in Guinea. Last month, following the passage by the Liberian Legislature, the President signed into law the act ratifying the framework agreement between both countries.
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June 08, 2021 16:30 UTC
Liberia: Collaborating Political Parties Leaders Hold Emergency Meeting to Trash out Differences, Strengthen Unity
MONROVIA – Leaders of the Collaborating Political Parties (CPP) agreed to penalized any partisan and executive caught making ‘denigrating, derogatory and insulting comments’ against partisans and leaders from constituent parties. It added that any such action will be consistent with CPP’s internal regulations and guidelines and constituent parties will ensure that all executives or officials will refrain from pointless accusations against political leaders, executive committee members, or officials of any constituent party. This is due to result of heated debate among supporters of the political leaders, mainly Ambassador Boakai and Mr. Cummings over who heads the collaboration to face President Weah. These debates, often on radio and social media platforms sometimes turn acrimonious and marred by ‘negative statements and utterances’ amongst partisans and against Political Leaders and executives of constituent parties. Whoever is the CPP candidate will defeat President Weah and that should be our goal.
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June 08, 2021 08:26 UTC
Liberia: Samuel Jackson Pledges Support to President Weah’s 2023 Presidential Bid
Monrovia – Renowned economist and author, Samuel Jackson has thrown his backing behind the 2023 presidential bid of President George Manneh Weah. President Weah is midway through his six-year tenure which began in January 2018. He and his ruling Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) have made it clear that he will be opting for reelection comes 2023. In an interview with FrontPage Africa, Mr. Jackson said the solution to Liberia’s problem is not about changing its leadership. The answer is what kind of internal reforms that you can push the government to make.
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June 08, 2021 08:24 UTC
Liberia: Pres. Weah Turns Down Plea to Intervene in Samukai’s Case; Says He Can’t Interfere with The Law
Dictating to the judiciary would be a violation of the rule of law and I’m prepared to do that,” President Weah said. President Weah added: “Before the ruling of the Supreme Court Samukai and I met and discussed, and he said he was going to address whatever comes out of the Supreme Court ruling”. “This has been a burning situation for residents of Lofa County and we thought this was the perfect time we bring this to your attention. Recently, the Supreme Court reserved ruling in the ongoing case involving Samukai and the Movement for Progressive Change (MPC). Samukai’s lawyers prayed for the Supreme Court to deny the Writ of Prohibition and allow the certification of Samukai.
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June 08, 2021 08:15 UTC
Liberia: Importers Want Increment in Price of Rice Due to Rise Cost of Importation
Liberia: Importers Want Increment in Price of Rice Due to Rise Cost of ImportationMONROVIA – The Rice Importers Association have appealed to the Government of Liberia to permit an increment on the price of rice due to rising cost of importation. They expressed fears that there may be shortage of rice on the market if there is no increment in the price. In February 2018, President George Weah called a meeting with rice importers in the country where they agreed to reduce the price of rice by US$2-4. Since February 2018, rice price has been US$13.00. At the end of the negotiations, officials of the Association of Liberian Rice Importers consented to effect a reduction of the price.
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June 08, 2021 08:03 UTC
Liberia: National Elections Commission Exploring Possibilities For A Biometric Voter Card Election
MONROVIA – The National Elections Commission (NEC) is considering the introduction of biometric voter ID cards for the 2023 elections. The biometric voter registration uses unique physical features of an individual –most commonly fingerprints-for voter registration and possibly also authentication. The ECONEC delegation, arrived in Liberia via the Roberts International Airport, as guest of the National Elections Commission, (NEC). The ECONEC delegation includes, Adama Aladoua of CENI, Niger, Abadoul Raouf Salami, ECONEC Secretariat, Abuja, Francis Gabriel Oke, ECOWAS-EAD, Abuja and Benjamin Bano-Bioh, Elections Commission, Ghana. Other members of the ECONEC delegation include, Baidessou Soukolgue, ELSA, Abidjan, Alicia Kamara, GiZ, Freetown and Valerie Arikpoh Etta, Abuja, Nigeria.
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June 08, 2021 08:03 UTC
Liberia: AMEU Alumni Identifies with JFK Children Ward As Part of Its 26th Anniversary Celebration
Monrovia – The Alumni Association of the African Methodist Episcopal University has identified with the Children’s Ward at the John F. Kennedy Medical Center in commemoration of the 26th anniversary of the university. He further lauded health workers at the Children Ward of the JFK Medical Center for their sacrifices over the years. The 26th anniversary of the university was also graced with sporting activities when members of the alumni association gathered at the Blue Field in Monrovia to showcase their footballing skills. Meanwhile, Delamy has disclosed that the University has informed the Alumni association of its long term plan to improve college of health sciences, among others. He also disclosed that said this year’s anniversary celebration is the first that was organized by the administration in collaboration with the Alumni association since the school was established in 1996.
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June 08, 2021 07:52 UTC
The Government of Liberia Holds National Conference on the Environment and Climate Change Ahead of Its NDC Submission
MONROVIA – A National Conference on the Environment and Climate Change commenced on June 2, 2021 at the Ministerial Complex in Monrovia under the theme, “Ecosystem Restoration – a pathway towards a greener and more sustainable environment for the implementation of Liberia’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC).” The NDC is Liberia’s contribution to climate change mitigation and adaption under the Paris Agreement of which Liberia is a signatory. The European Union (EU), the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and Conservation International (CI) are the lead contributors in this effort. The US Ambassador to Liberia, Michael A. McCarthy, said, “President Biden has called the climate crisis the number one issue facing humanity. The first panel discussion was about political will, climate change financing and how the benefits of the forest sector will trickle down to the ordinary people. During the discussion, Minister Tweah said, “In the last two years, we have pushed in the direction of increasing national budgetary allocation for climate change related activities.
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June 08, 2021 07:52 UTC
Liberia: Residents of Central Rivercess District Petition Onesimus James
MONROVIA – Residents of Central Rivercess District, Rivercess County have petitioned Mr. Onesimus Koko James of Dowein Clan to contest for the seat in the House of Representatives in the pending 2023 Presidential and General elections. The citizens branded Mr. James “a true son” of Central Rivercess District, Rivercess County who both parents are from the county. He promised to work with his people in tackling some of the challenges they are faced with over the years. We need to unite and build our country central government will not do everything.”Rivercess County is a county in the south-central portion of the West African nation of Liberia. As of the 2008 Census, it had a population of 71,509, making it the second least populous county in Liberia after Grand Kru County.
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June 08, 2021 07:41 UTC
U.S. Ambassador Assures His Government’s Commitment to Peaceful and Just Liberia
Ambassador accredited to Liberia, Mr. Michael McCarthy has disclosed that the United States Government remains committed to protecting the country’s fragile peace. Ambassador McCarthy further disclosed that the United States Government is also committed to maintaining the long-standing relationship between the two countries. Ambassador McCarthy made the disclosure on Monday at the opening of the 4th National Judicial Conference currently taking place at the Ministerial Complex in Congo Town. We remain steadfast in our commitment to a peaceful and just Liberia,” Ambassador McCarthy said. Ambassador Wetterqvist added that the independence of the Judiciary creates a stability and predictability for foreign investment and anyone wishing to engage with the country.
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June 08, 2021 07:30 UTC
Liberia: Cece United Wins Montserrado County 3rd Division Championship
Monrovia – Saye Town Liberia Football Association 3rd division outfit Cece United has been Crowned Montserrado County third division Champions. Youthful United side overpowered Pepper FC 2-0 on Sunday, at the ATS in the grand final of the Championship to determine the champion. Cece united, Pepper FC and Congress football club have qualified to represent Montserrado County third divisions Sub-Committee in the national 3rd division playoff for a place on the second division. The three Montserrado County teams will be among 32 teams divided into groups for the regional playoff. Both BYC-A and Congress FC went into the match knowing that a win will see them join Papper FC and CECE United.
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June 08, 2021 07:30 UTC
Liberia: First Lady Launches She’s You Menstrual, Personal Hygiene Initiative
Monrovia – The First Lady’s Office in collaboration with Clar Hope Foundation and Gender Ministry launches a national initiative to boost awareness and sensitization on menstrual and personal hygiene on Wednesday, June 9, at the Centennial Memorial Pavilion in Monrovia. The She’s You Menstrual & Personal Hygiene initiative, which is part of Mrs. Clar Marie Weah’s flagship program, She’s You Movement, endeavors to increase awareness on the proper management of one’s period and usage of sanitary pads. Through this initiative, Mrs. Weah wants all women and girls, including those with disability, to be inclusive in the fight for national menstrual hygiene and better sanitation. Advocacy for the integration of menstrual hygiene management into school programs and the distribution of sanitary pads and personal hygiene kits to girls and women are part of the initiative’s objectives. At least 500 adolescent girls from all walks of life along with local and international partners among others are expected to grace the occasion.
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June 08, 2021 07:30 UTC
Lone Star Delegation Touchdown In Tunisia
MONROVIA – A 30-man Liberia Football Association (LFA) delegation arrived in Tunisia on board a Turkish airline on 7 June to honor two international friendlies. The delegation, which left Monrovia on 6 June and transited in Accra, Ghana, is lodging at Mouradi Palace in Tunis. Others are head coach Peter Butler, trainer George Gebro, goalkeeping coach Sunday Seah, kitman Tommy Johnson, team doctor Torsou Jallabah and masseur Sampson Zoegbeh. Deputy coach Christopher Wreh, administrative manager Sebastian Collins and LISCR FC midfielder Armah Vaikannah are being quarantined, having tested positive for Covid-19 in Monrovia. Mighty Barrolle goalkeeper Morlik Keita, who also tested positive for Covid-19 in Accra, will undergo a second test on Monday.
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June 08, 2021 07:18 UTC
The Monrovia Cycling Club Celebrates World Bicycle Day in Monrovia
MONROVIA – On Saturday, June 5, the Monrovia Cycling Club (MCC) with over 20 cyclists with support from the GIZ, part of the German international Cooperation and the Energizing Development Program – EnDev, celebrated the WORLD BICYCLE DAY to create awareness in Monrovia about benefits of cycling for health, social and environmental impact. Since 2018, June 3rd is declared as World Bicycle Day by the United Nations General Assembly. MONROVIA CYCLING CLUB:In November of 2019, the Monrovia Cycling Club (MCC) was formed by bicycle riders who decided to ride every Saturday morning as a medium to exercise. This small group originally called “Bikers” evolved to also contribute to other societal needs thus the new name was crafted as the “Monrovia Cycling Club”. About World Bicycle Day:Cycling has many benefits, ranging from improving health conditions to positive environmental, social and economic impacts.
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June 08, 2021 06:33 UTC