Liberia: ‘They Were Shooting at My House and They Set It on Fire’ – Rep. Bob Sheriff Tells FrontPageAfrica
Liberia: ‘They Were Shooting at My House and They Set It on Fire’ – Rep. Bob Sheriff Tells FrontPageAfricaREP. BOB SHERIFF: “They fired at the house until they fired all the window glasses, they went into the house, took the icebox (refrigerator) and scattered everything in the house and set it ablaze, they also set my pickup ablaze, according to information that I received.”MONROVIA – Grand Cape Mount lawmaker, Rep. Bob Sheriff (Unity Party), whose house and vehicle has been set ablaze allegedly by supporters of Senator Victor Watson, has told FrontPageAfrica that his house was shot at several times before it was set on fire. Rep. Sheriff could not tell FrontPageAfrica about the whereabouts of Mr. Taylor, neither could he say anything about his well-being. According to him, being that they know that Mr. Taylor would often lodge at his residence, they moved on his house and began firing at the house. He added, “When they started shooting at the house and my people called me, I asked all of them to leave the house before anyone gets hurt. He said, the Police Commander in the district informed that the problem was bigger and that he (Rep. Sheriff) needed to call the attention of national government.
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December 05, 2020 23:48 UTC
Liberia: CPP Grand Cape Mount Senatorial Candidate Campaign Convoy Set Ablaze
MONROVIA – FrontPageAfrica has gathered that the campaign convoy of Mr. Simeon Taylor, the opposition Collaborating Political Parties candidate for the senatorial election has been set ablaze in Grand Cape Mount County. According to sources, Mr. Taylor’s campaign was invaded allegedly by some supporters of the ruling Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) which resulted into a tussle between supporters of the two political parties and led to the burning of Mr. Taylor’s vehicles. According to reports, Rep. Bob Sheriff of the district, who attempted calming the situation house was also set ablaze. FrontPageAfrica has not been able to ascertain the status of Mr. Taylor yet. FrontPageAfrica has also not been able to get comments from Mr. Watson or any member of his campaign team yet.
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December 05, 2020 21:45 UTC
Catholic Jesuit Order Dedicates Xavier Jesuit School in Liberia
Margibi – Catholic Religious Group of Priests and Brothers have dedicated its educational institution in Liberia, the Xavier Jesuit School. The school has modern classroom facilities, bathrooms dinning hall and Libraries for students from nursery to elementary level. Bishop Ziegler stated that the dedication of the school is a dream come true for him. According to the principal of the School Rev. Oodo further explained that the Jesuit Order intends to transform the entire Wehn Town Community within 10 years period, through education and other social services.
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December 05, 2020 09:22 UTC
Liberia: At War Crimes Trial in Switzerland, A Tearful Kosiah Admits to being Founding Member of ULIMO
ALIEU KOSIAH: “I am a founding member of Ulimo,” an emotional Kosiah told the court under grilling by lawyers for the victims who brought the case. Kosiah told the three-judge panel presiding over the case that Ulimo was formed out of late President Samuel K. Doe’s Armed Forces of Liberia. Victims lawyers’ had requested the court postpone the trial to a later date when the victims and witnesses could be present in the court. Additionally, the judging panel rejected the plaintiff’s lawyer’s request to expand Kosiah’s crimes to crimes against humanity in addition to war crimes. The case before a three-judge panel at the Federal Criminal Court in Bellinzona is a first for Switzerland under a 2011 law allowing prosecution for war crimes committed anywhere.
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December 05, 2020 02:26 UTC
Liberia: ‘We Intend to Defeat Emmanuel Nuquay and Put Nail to His Political Casket’ – Chief Cyril Allen Vows at CDC’s Campaign Rally in Margibi
Liberia: ‘We Intend to Defeat Emmanuel Nuquay and Put Nail to His Political Casket’ – Chief Cyril Allen Vows at CDC’s Campaign Rally in MargibiMARGIBI COUNTY – The Chairperson of the Steering Committee of the ‘Governing Council’ of the ruling Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), Chief Cyril A. Allen, has vowed that the party will defeat its rival candidate Emmanuel Nuquay for the Margibi County Senatorial seat in the December 8 polls. George M. Weah was supporting the senatorial bid of former House Speaker Emmanuel Nuquay instead of its candidate Ivar K. Jones. The tough-talking Chief Allen also threw jibe at incumbent Senator Oscar Cooper whose position is up for grasp on December 8 that the Senator failed to build alliances to foster his preparation for his reelection during his nine years incumbency. Your inability to build friendship in the Senate and your incapacity to foster the image and agenda of Margibi County rendered you as a useless candidate for this democratic process,” Chief Allen said. He implored the people of Margibi County to vote Rep. Ivar K. Jones on December 8, vowing that when Mr. Jones is elected as Senator, he could accelerate the development drive of the County.
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December 05, 2020 02:12 UTC
Liberia: Visually Impaired Kids Join NUOD’s ‘Global Disabled People’s Day’ Celebration
In assembly for Parade: Some of the Visually Impaired children front Row: Four of the little Visually Impaired IDPD celebrants. Insufficient time allowed my speaking to only four of the visually impaired children. Some of the visually impaired persons raised their ‘safety Cane’ for view by drivers of moving vehicles coming toward the body of marchers. It’s our tradition for the World’s disabled person’s day!” a visually impaired marcher, led by a female child, said to no particular person in the body of thronging disabled persons. Benjamin Y. W. Gibson (visually impaired) sang a song, entitled “I’m Freed”, from his musical album due for launch soon.
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December 05, 2020 01:52 UTC
Liberia: “Pres. Weah and Govt Are Aware That No Country Can Develop Without Investing In The Education of Its People” – Dr. Bropleh tells TU Graduates
“President Weah and the government of Liberia are aware that no country can develop without investing in the education of its people. The PPAPD is considered the linchpin for sustained economic growth and development, because it encapsulates policy actions that are more generally aimed at reducing poverty by improving access to services,” Dr. Bropleh said. Propoor Housing Unit and RoadsIn a loud tone standing at podium in the Pavilion Hall of TU, Dr. Bropleh outlined the undoing of heavy burdens of the President. Not in a negative way, but in a way that facilitates challenges, pushes the boundaries, and tests the unknown,” Dr. Bropleh said. GOD BLESS LIBERIA.”Meanwhile, besides Dr. Bropleh, Maryland County’s Harper District Representative P. Mike Jurry and Grand Kru County District #2 Representative, Cllr.
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December 05, 2020 01:18 UTC
Liberia: ‘Your Vote Will Determine Your Future’ – Ex-President Sirleaf ‘Warns’ Voters ahead of Tuesday’s Senatorial Election
Despite attending some meetings with the Unity Party – the political party that brought her to power for two terms (12 years) – the ex-president has refrained from meddling in Liberian politics. She tweeted: “As Liberians vote in the by-election on Tuesday, they must be mindful that their vote is their future. His main contender, Thomas Fallah, has never lost an election since 2005 when he was first elected to House of Representatives to represent Montserrado County District 5. Rep. Fallah comes a one of the most populous districts in Montserrado County. In Bong County, the President and the Vice President are at loggerheads as to who to support.
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December 04, 2020 18:22 UTC
Liberia: African Women Leaders Network Donates US$5,850 to 18 Female Candidates Vying in Senatorial Election
MONROVIA – The Liberia Chapter of the African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) distributed $5,850 to 18 female candidates contesting in the December 8, 2020 Senatorial Election. Unless some of the female candidates succeed in their campaigns, Liberia may not have any women in its Senate. “More women will succeed in politics, if women rally around female candidates and raise money to support them”, said Kanneh, who is an independent candidate. “Women candidates need money. The organization seeks to promote African women leaders globally and nationally.
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December 04, 2020 16:18 UTC
Ebenezer Norman Provides Free Education for over 600 Underprivilege Liberian Children
MONROVIA – A Liberian humanitarian based in the United States of America, Ebenezer Norman, is providing free education for 600 children – twice the number he intended the school to host. The school which he constructed under a self-sponsored initiative in 2018 in Johnsonville was intended to host 300 students but is one of the few education facilities in the area. His first venture to provide free education for Liberian children was in 2016 when he constructed a school in Bensonville which was later demolished by Ellen Johnson Sirleaf’s regime due to a land dispute. According to him, his goal is alleviating poverty using the theory of change Education, Entrepreneurship, and Agriculture (EEA). “I have found that education, agriculture, and entrepreneurship are the three main factors that could help lift people out of poverty in Liberia,” he says.
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December 04, 2020 08:48 UTC
Liberia: Foreign Ministry Initiates Reform to Enhance Future Diplomatic Policy Agenda
MONROVIA – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the Dee-Maxwell Kemayah’s leadership has initiated a reform agenda aimed at enhancing the future of foreign policy agenda of the Republic for effective service delivery and timely response to duties. The transformative agenda which is being implemented under the theme: “Envisioning and enhancing the future of the foreign policy agenda of the Republic of Liberia – during and post COVID – 19”, is lined up with the shared vision of President George Weah. The international community has given a lot to Liberia; Liberia has what it takes to give back and has a voice that will be heard and listened to. He went on urge foreign service workers to build a diplomatic network that would contribute to and enhance national prosperity. Ambassador Delahousse also reminded the Foreign Service workers that the image of the country abroad starts with their representation.
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December 04, 2020 08:26 UTC
Liberia: Referendum Will Not Be Cancelled As Pres. Weah Insists He Broke No Law
“We are in accordance with the law,” President Weah said. I am not the rightful person to do so,” President Weah said. As National Peace Ambassador in the former regime, Kai urged you President Weah to reflect and put premium on the implementation of that roadmap. Where is that roadmap today?”Chief Jerry Forkpah of Bong, another participant, pleaded with President Weah during an interview with FrontPage Africa, terming it as “untimely and “unnecessary”. According to them, it is a document that lays out a road map for reconciliation, peace and national development developed from 2017-2020.
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December 04, 2020 06:45 UTC
Liberia: Cummings, Urey Rally Support for Sando Johnson in Bomi County Senatorial Seat
MONROVIA – The chairman of the Collaborating Political Parties (CPP), Mr. Alexander Cummings along with Mr. Benoni Urey, political leader of the All Liberian Party (ALP), a constituent member of the CPP, on Thursday stormed Bomi County on the campaign trail of incumbent Senator Sando Johnson. The chairman of the CPP, expressed delight over the overwhelming welcome and show of support their presence in Bomi County was graced with. “Today, we have taken the message of the CPP to Bomi County, where Sen. Sando Johnson is campaigning for reelection. Urey, joined me to grace the occasion, and I am very glad about the massive support shown by the people of Bomi County. This is the message I have taken to the Liberian people in every county I have visited during this campaign period on behalf of our candidates.
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December 04, 2020 06:33 UTC
Liberia: Former ULIMO Warlord Facing Trial in Swiss Court Claims Innocence, Says He Was Targeted
Bellinzona – Alieu Kosiah let out a surprise outburst in his first day in court Thursday, proclaiming his innocence as his trial for war crimes got underway. Alain Werner, the head of Civitas Maxima, is one of the plaintiff’s lawyers in the court. Emeraux has investigated scenes of alleged war crimes that are also in the indictment against Kosiah. Ten years after the Truth and Reconciliation Commission made its recommendation for the establishment of a War Crimes Court, Liberia is yet to prosecute any alleged war criminals. While Kosiah served as commander of the ULIMO, mass atrocities were committed by the ULIMO fighters.
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December 04, 2020 06:33 UTC
Diaspora ‘Liberians’ Urge Compatriots to Vote ‘Yes’ to Referendum
At the moment, Liberia’s Alien and Nationality law forbids dual citizenship. Speaking further Mr. Wettee, who is currently back home in Liberia, disclosed that he had come basically to urge his fellow Liberians to vote ‘yes’ to all the proposals especially the one on dual citizenship. “We are advocating for a yes vote to all the proposals, including the Dual Citizenship, on the Referendum,” Mr. Wettee stressed. “President Weah from his end, he declared his support for dual citizenship in his first year. He was very optimistic that Liberian voters are going to vote ‘yes’ to the referendum especially the one on dual citizenship.
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December 04, 2020 06:33 UTC