Liberia: Cummings Africa Foundation Commits US$150,000 to Fight Covid-19
MONROVIA – As the COVID-19 is on the increase in Liberia, the Cummings Africa Foundation has joined the by announcing his foundation’s commitment of US$150,000 to aid in the fight of the killer disease. At the Cummings Africa Foundation, we are doing all we can to do our part,” said Mr. Alexander Cummings, Founder and CEO of the Cummings Africa Foundation. He said the US$150k commitment doubles the US$75,000 the Cummings Foundation provided during the lockdown last year in food and household materials across the country. He disclosed that at the Cummings Africa Foundation, the approach is in three-fold, saying; “First, we are providing support to some public and private hospitals as best as we can. He said the Cummings Africa Foundation has provided oxygen for 50 tanks to Catholic Hospital and procured 20 tanks and 20 regulators for CH Rennie hospital to be delivered this weekend.
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July 02, 2021 07:28 UTC
Liberia: Health Minister Dr. Jallah Says Government Prioritizes “Tight Restriction” over Lockdown
This, Dr. Jallah said there will rather be some level of tight restrictions as things gets worse. She also called on Liberians to abide by the restriction adding that the lockdown and the crew-few are in the hands of the Liberian people. The Health Minister was not definite as to when things will get better in the country. According to the Health Minister, by next week, her team will try to analyze the graph, adding that there are already a bit changes in the data coming from the health sector. Now, to say that things will get better by tomorrow morning that I cannot say.”She continued, “This fight is not only Health Ministry fight.
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July 02, 2021 07:24 UTC
Liberia: Diana Flehyou, Mother of ‘Missing Twins’ Receives Treatment for Enlarged Heart
I want to thank everyone who helped me with my treatment, only God can repay you,” she saidThe 32-year-old mother of twins ( two girls) has been receiving treatment at the was hospital since June 8, 2021 after she was diagnosed of enlarged heart. People of good will donated money to Diana via various means – 231886474917, send wave number is +231881192511, Cashapp number is 3137426465 – after she launched an appeal during an interview with LINA’s Kwame Opa Weeks. As advised by the hospital, portion of the funds received by Diana went towards securing an apartment in close proximity with the hospital to enable her seek treatment regularly. One Elizabeth Gbeh Apple of the United States promised to sponsor Diana for a year. According to LINA’s host Kwame Opa Weeks, the hospital sliced the bill in half when they heard Diana story and suggested she move closer to the hospital to enable her get regular treatment until she can leave Liberia for further medical treatment.
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July 02, 2021 07:18 UTC
Liberia: National Custom Brokers Inducts new leadership
Diggs who served as induction officer urged the new leadership to lead with the fear of God for the betterment of the Association. Speaking subsequently, the new President of NCBAL James Hinneh , expressed gratitude to the entire membership for pledging their determination to work for the development of the Association. The NCBAL president said under his leadership he will build a new headquarters for the Association to reduce the high cost of rental for the Association. “You the people have made a leadership by you, for you; and this leadership will be made of you. We will stand up strong to face our world as an association,” James Hinneh told the gathering.
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July 02, 2021 07:18 UTC
From Barbados to Liberia
Barbados as country is known to be a country to punch above its weight if the words of the former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan is to be believed. During the apartheid era Barbados was among the first to request sanctions against the racist regime after a Barbadian seaman was murdered by the South African police. As a former colony the proverbial colonial string was severed with the British in 1966 when Barbados became independent, thanks to the late Rt Hon Errol Barrow, first Prime Minister of Barbados. Sadly, Barbados still loiters on the steps of Westminister Abby as the Queen still remains head of state through the ceremonial office of a Governor General. Barbados is indeed a paradise and its connection to Liberia cannot and should not be ignored but be exploited.
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July 02, 2021 07:14 UTC
Liberia: Joint Security Shutdown Samuel Stryker Funeral Home for Violating Covid-19 Protocol
The funeral home will remain closed to the public until a fine of US$200 is paid in government’s revenue. MONROVIA – Samuel A. Stryker Funeral Parlor, one of the busiest funeral homes in the country has been shut down by the government for violating covid-19 protocol. The funeral parlor was closed by the joint security on Thursday. The funeral home will remain closed to the public until a fine of US$200 is paid in government’s revenue. The Police urged school administrators, religious leaders, motorists, passengers, and pedestrians to take seriously the measures announced by the Ministry of Health, adding that the Joint Security will remain very robust in ensuring compliance of the health protocols.
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July 01, 2021 22:58 UTC
Liberia: Auditor General Yusador Gaye Is Dead
MONROVIA – FrontPageAfrica has been able to confirm the sudden death of Madam Yusador Gaye, Auditor General of the Republic of Liberia. She became Liberia’s first female Auditor General, confirmed by the Senate on February 24, 2014 and sworn to seven-year tenure on March 26, 2014. As auditor General of the Republic of Liberia, Madam Gaye was responsible for supporting the Legislature in promoting accountability and transparency in the use of Liberia’s public resources. This requirement is fulfilled through the execution of her Mandate, which is detailed in the General Auditing Commission Act of 2014. Prior to her appointment as Auditor General, Ms. Gaye served as Foreign Service Inspector General with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where she was responsible for inspection of Liberia diplomatic and consular establishments abroad.
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July 01, 2021 19:07 UTC
Liberia: Grand Bassa District 2 Residents Still Drinking from Contaminated Creek
DISTRICT TWO, Grand Bassa – Residents of William Potter Town and Gborpue Town in Marlor Clan, District 2 in Grand Bassa County are left with no alternative but to drink from contaminated creeks due to lack of safe drinking water in their area. Hundreds of rural residents in William’s Potter Town and Gbarpue Town in Grand Bassa County still rely heavily on creek water both for cooking, drinking, washing and bathing. Anthony Toe, a resident of William Potter Town said that their rights have been denied by their leaders, adding they’ve been deprived of safe drinking water. According to her, she has played a major role in helping to ensure safe drinking water in her district by providing hand pumps. Among these rights are the right to safe drinking water and the right to live in dignity in ones country of choice.
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July 01, 2021 08:40 UTC
Liberia: War Crimes Court Witnesses at U.S. Congress Could be Paid Agents – Amb. Patten Writes Foreign Affairs Committee to Investigate
The Ambassador’s letter, a copy of which FrontPageAfrica has seen was confirmed by the Minister Counsellor for Press and Public Affairs, Al Jerome Anastas Chede. Patten was particular about Dr. Alan White whose business partner in the BW Global Group, Mr. Jeffery Birrel, was a registered foreign agent for former presidential candidate Benoni Urey. Mr. Birrel is involved with Government Relations, Public Relations, Foreign Government Representation (focus on Africa and the Middle East), Corporate Representation. Weah’s request, the Liberian Senate has recommended the setting up a Transitional Justice Commission which will build on the work of the TRC. President Weah has demonstrated his commitment to the process by conceding election defeats of his party and congratulating winners.
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July 01, 2021 08:31 UTC
The Referendum Could Have Given Weah Possible Three Terms – Here’s What History Teaches Us
Yet, we should all be wary of any new extension referendum. Lastly, the 1984 referendum, was effectively the first actual presidential term reduction but the fallout led to the civil crisis. Referendum 1935A most interesting political adjustment occurred in May of 1935- a Constitutional Referendum. Referendum 1949Then in a Constitutional Referendum on May 3, 1949, over a century of existence, President Tubman proposed to change the Constitution. Referendum 1975October 7, 1975, there was a general election alongside a referendum on Presidential Terms.
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July 01, 2021 07:33 UTC
Liberia: Drug Enforcement Agency Commander Laments Lawmakers Involvement in Smuggling and Selling Drugs
Monrovia – A commander of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), has alarmed over the involvement of a member of the 54th Legislature in the sale of illegal drugs. And he said even if you search my car and see anything there, you can’t do anything about it. She made a rallying call on residents, including students, religious and community leaders to immediately inform the LDEA whenever they discovered the sale of illicit drugs in their communities. Liberia is currently debating its draft revised drug law, which officials say when passed into law, will be a big boost to the country’s fight against illicit drugs. These strayed youths called zogos, are found across the streets and cemeteries of Monrovia and other major cities and towns in Liberia.
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June 28, 2021 08:06 UTC
Barbados To Facilitate Travel for Barbadians Willing to Make Connections in Liberia
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley assured Amb. Lorenzo L. Witherspoon’s Portes Find a New Home in Liberia has taken a further dimension with the Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Amor Mottley, giving him the assurance that her government will help facilitate citizens of her country wishing to make Liberian connections. The Prime Minister assured Witherspoon that the archives project was a priority of the Government, and considerable discussions had already taken place with a view to digitizing the records. Immigration and Citizenship Reform ActDuring the eight-hour long virtual independence celebration, the Barbados Minister of Home Affairs, Information and Public Affairs, Hon. Among them was John Prince Porte, the patriarch of the PORTE family of Liberia, a natural born Barbadian, and five members of his family.
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June 28, 2021 07:52 UTC
Action for Justice and Human Rights Launches Mask-Up Campaign Amid COVID-19 Spike
To ensure its successful implementation, the Executive Director Satta Sheriff said the organization will engage schools, communities and youth organizations to fully implement the COVID-19 protocols. Monrovia – In the wake of the rapid increase of COVID-19 cases in Liberia, the advocacy group, ‘Action for Justice and Human Rights (AJHR) has launched a massive ‘Mask-Up campaign with the aim of encouraging people to wear masks in public places and turn up for the COVID-19 vaccines. To ensure its successful implementation, she said her organization will engage schools, communities and youth organizations to fully implement the COVID-19 protocols. She further mentioned that over 50 national youth Mask ambassadors will help lead the campaign. Liberia is currently experiencing its third wave of the COVID-19 outbreak, which spreading at an alarmingly rate.
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June 28, 2021 07:30 UTC
Liberia: Dr. Daniel Cassell Raises Red Flag on Bribery at RIA by Travellers amid Covid-19 Spike
Dr. Cassell is also the President/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Dr. Cassell Foundation and the Kwenyan Security Firm operating in Liberia. As of June 24, 2021, Liberia had about 1142 confirmed cases of Covid-19, according to the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL). Their focus will be helping our disadvantaged people, who cannot afford high medical costs as they are the vulnerable population. Additionally, in the coming days, the PLP will be donating several medical supplies to hospitals and clinics to help address the current public health crisis in our nation”. He, however, prayed for God’s saving grace and healing hands upon Liberia and its people during this historic public health crisis.
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June 28, 2021 00:11 UTC
Japan Commits US$20 Million for Road Connectivity in Liberia
The latest commitment in the tone of US$20 million for road connectivity is in addition to the ongoing Somalia Drive road project. The latest commitment from the Japanese government to the Liberian government follows a meeting between Japan Ambassador and President George Weah. “As a commitment to modernization of housing for citizens of Liberia, we embarked on a project to delete huts and replace them with concrete housing units. I am therefore asking your government to partner with me in building these housing units in addition to modern markets.”For his part, Amb. The Somalia Drive Freeway road known as Japan Freeway and the JFK Maternity Center are some of Japan’s signature projects in Monrovia.
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June 28, 2021 00:11 UTC