Review of the book: “History of the Episcopal Church of Liberia Since 1980: A Sequel” Authored by D. Elwood Dunn
“History of the Episcopal Church of Liberia Since 1980 – A Sequel,” is a captivating story of Christian witness and the role of the Church in Liberia. The volume is basically a window to the world relative to the establishment and existence of the Episcopal Church of Liberia (ECL), the ECL’s Christian witness, as well as the role of the Christian Church in the foundation and existence of Liberia from the perspective of the Episcopal Church. Well-reflected are the issues facing the ECL following the formal severance of ecclesiastical ties with The Episcopal Church (TEC), as the mother church in America is known. According to The Archives of the Episcopal Church, though the Epscopal Church’s first official mission was established in Liberia in 1836, there was a presence of Episcopal missionaries as early as 1822. History of the Episcopal Church of Liberia Since 1980: A Sequel, is a highly recommended read for students of history, and a must-read, especially for Episcopalians or Anglicans.
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January 10, 2021 21:25 UTC
Mr. Alexander B. Cummings’ “Soft Power” Style May Be The Way Forward For Liberia
But this is far from the truth; Mr. Alexander Cummings’ “soft power” approach may be the way forward for unity in Liberia and antidote for the change we want. Soft power approach to governance is void of coercion and overt breach of the law. In today’s contemporary global politics soft power approach is the most effective and efficient concept, in part because of its endurance and sustainability. Furthermore, unlike Mr. Urey, Mr. Boakai, Mr. Dillon, and Mrs. Kanga-Lawrence; Mr. Alexander B Cummings’ executive performance has been tested and proven in higher places in corporate America. Contrary to pundit’s description of executive roles as nothing more than boardroom manager, a chief executive is versatile in many skills.
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January 10, 2021 20:15 UTC
Liberia: President Weah Condemns Vandalism at U.S. Capitol
Monrovia – President George Manneh Weah has raised concern over recent images of a mob entering and vandalizing the United States of America Capitol. While condemning the incident, President Weah assured Americans that Liberia still has faith in the U.S. democratic system of governance from which Liberia is modeled. According to an Executive Mansion statement issued Saturday, January 9, President Weah said he shares the sentiments of all those who have been adversely impacted by the violence. “As my country’s foremost international partner, and drawing on our historical ties, Liberia stands in solidarity with the American people during these trying times,” President Weah said. The Liberian Chief Executive also stated that he believes in the fundamental strength of American democratic institutions and that the country still remains a beacon of hope for global democracy and governance.
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January 10, 2021 20:03 UTC
Hands of Hope Brings Smiles to Children in Thinker’s Village, Distributes Toys as Christmas Giveaway
According Mrs. Sebwe, the Annual Toy Distribution and Feeding Program aims to share the joy of Christmas and God’s blessing. Monrovia – The charity organization, Hands of Hope Liberia has distributed toys and food to more than 500 children from Thinker’s Village and surrounding communities as part of its annual toy distribution and feeding program for underprivileged children. They, along with their parents, expressed thanks and appreciation to Mrs. Sebwe and her team for the gesture. The Annual Toy Distribution and Feeding Program aims to share the joy of Christmas and God’s blessing, Mrs. Sebwe said. She disclosed that in 2021, Hands of Hope Liberia will expand its educational opportunities through scholarship and tuition payment, targeting disadvantaged children with financial challenges.
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January 10, 2021 02:48 UTC
Liberia: Tragic Road Accident in Paynesville Leaves Three Critically Injured; Bone of one Broken to Pieces
Paynesville – Three people have been badly injured from a horrific accident involving a vehicle and a motorcycle in the GSA Road Community in Paynesville. The victims including the motorcyclist and his two female passengers were badly injured and taken to an unknown hospital. “I was sitting by the sidewalk, where I usually sit and sell when I saw the car speeding towards the motorcycle. It was like the driver lost control and the next thing I saw was the girl’s bone jumped from her leg and missed me. “I am still confused because it is my first time to see human being bone to jump out like that.
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January 09, 2021 19:30 UTC
Liberia: Salala Rubber Corporation Accused of Masterminding Violence against Affected Communities, Green Advocates
Weala, Margibi County – Aggrieved residents of affected communities have accused the Salala Rubber Corporation (SRC) in Margibi County of masterminding a wave of violent attacks against them and Green Advocates International (GAI). According to the residents, the violence erupted when the pro-company group disrupted series of meetings that were scheduled between them and staff of GAI -and its partners. “I tell Green Advocates thank you for opening our eyes and standing by us. The company merged with a rubber processing factory, Weala Rubber Company in 2007, with the merger retaining its name. The communities opted for a resolution to the dispute with the company—one of two options under the IFC’s complaint mechanism.
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January 08, 2021 05:03 UTC
The Liberia Baptist Missionary and Educational Convention Debunk Claiming Ownership of Pres. Weah’s Jamaica Resort Land
MONROVIA – the Liberia Baptist Missionary and Educational Convention, Inc. has discredited media reports alleging that one of its auxiliaries – Liberia Baptist Missionary Educational (LBMEC) – is claiming ownership of the four lots of land on which President George Weah’s Jamaica Resort is situated. The report further averred that the land in question is part of the Liberia Baptist Theological Seminary on RIA highway. But the Liberia Baptist Missionary and Educational Convention as the proprietor of the Liberia Baptist Theological Seminary in a statement issued on Thursday clarified that the four lots being occupied by the Jamaica Resorts do not belong to the Liberia Baptist Theological Seminary and have never at any time been part of the Seminary’s property. The statement added that while it is true that Deacon Nathaniel Blama heads the Baptist Transitional Committee, the information attributed to him is fabricated. The Liberia Baptist Theological Seminary is situated on 1,000 acres of land and this does not include the four lots of the Jamaica Resorts.
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January 08, 2021 05:03 UTC
Liberia: Man Links Security Assigned to Deputy Inspector General Sediatu Reeves to Attempt to Kill Him
MONROVIA – A man who identified himself as Daniel Davies, alias DMX, has accused one of the police officers assigned to the Deputy Inspector General of Police for Administration (101), Sediatu Reeves, of masterminding the cutting of his throat which almost led to his death. He narrated that he had gone to intervene and calm down the argument but he realized that the man was bent on being uncompromising. He further alleged that prior to the incident, Col. Reeves had threatened to get even with him. FrontPageAfrica’s multiple attempts to get comments from Col. Reeves were futile up to press time on Thursday. Davies has, however, reported the case to the Liberia National Police and expressed optimism that the government would independently investigate the saga and grant him justice.
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January 08, 2021 04:52 UTC
Liberia: Experts Call for Sustained Advocacy, Coordinated Effort in Curbing Sexual and Gender-Based Violence at Cummings Africa Foundation’s sponsored Anti-Rape, SGBV Forum
Other panelists include Lena Cummings, Project Coordinator, Women NGO Secretariat of Liberia (WONGOSOL), Eric Nagbe, National Coordinator, Servants of all Prayer (SOAP) Men’s Ministry and officer Joseph K. Kowel, a Supervisor, at the Liberia National Police. They spoke during a panel discussion at the ongoing ‘Capacity Development Training in SGBV Trauma’ sponsored by the Cummings Africa Foundation (CAF). Woods noted that a proper rehabilitation center would be pivotal in curbing crimes including rape. It is also in addition to CAF’s ongoing support including the provision of grants to organizations serving SGBV survivors. The mental anguish, long term effect and devastation of rape and SGBV trauma should never be underestimated!” the statement said.
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January 08, 2021 04:52 UTC
Liberia: Rep. Fonati Koffa Responds to Critics Citing Regional Politics in His Quest to Be Deputy Speaker; Says It’s Not Unprecedented
MONROVIA – Representative J. Fonati Koffa (CDC-District #2 Grand Kru County) is the current chairman of the House Committee on Judiciary who is vying to become the next Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives replacing out going Deputy Speaker Prince Moye. His critics believe that electing him as the next Deputy Speaker will create a one-party system of governance and a one-sided regional government. Koffa is not bothered because, according to him, criticisms made against his bid for the Deputy Speakership are genuine but being a ruling party Deputy Speaker is not unprecedented. Most recently, the President, the President, Speaker and Pro-Temp were from the Western region with the Vice President from the north. We are not rivals, obviously there is nothing you can do as Deputy Speaker without the confidence of the Speaker.
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January 08, 2021 04:51 UTC
Liberia Council of Churches Describes Govt Economic Policies as ‘Paper Talks’; Says It’s Only Intended to Impress the World Bank and the IMF
According to him, the economic policies being implored by Minister Tweah and others are only intended to impress the International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank and other international partners. “The Samuel Tweah’s economic policies are leading us nowhere; it cannot translate to bread and butter on the table of Liberians. Government of Liberia economic policies appears more likely to impress the IMF, World Bank and international community than to transform the lives of ordinary Liberians”. It is not the IMF or the World Bank that are eating here every day or having difficulties in sending their children to school; so we should go beyond the World Bank and IMF politics. The IMF and World Bank will make the projections, but we have to work on them.
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January 08, 2021 04:41 UTC
Liberia: Bluyeama Residents Express Frustration Over Logging Company “Failure to Address Social Development” Responsibilities
Lofa – Residents of Bluyeama clan are currently displeased over the operations of Sing Africa Plantation Liberia Incorporated, a company carrying out logging activities in Bluyeama Clan, Lofa County. According to residents, ECOWOOD did not complete their tenure of the contract, but later turned over to Sing Africa Plantation Liberia Incorporated, which revision is expected soon. They furthered stated that ECOWOOD also failed to addressed its social responsibility, prior to turning over to Sing Africa Plantation Liberia Incorporated. He said the company’s failure to address its social responsibility is as a result of poor leadership exhibited by Bluyeama Clan Forest Management Body. He stressed that the such an ‘underperformance’ was not just limited to Sing Africa Plantation Liberia Incorporated, but other companies across Liberia.
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January 08, 2021 04:30 UTC
Sinoe Citizens Resolve Long-Standing Dispute Over Forest Land
MONROVIA – The long-standing conflict in the Tartweh-Drapoh Authorized Community Forest in Sinoe County over the forest leadership has finally been resolved by the Forest Development Authority. The process was peacefully guided and the election and appointment of the newly elected the EC and CFMB respectively was supervised by FDA. There were 24 of the 32 CA members and 4 of the 5 CFMB officers and members present at the investigation. She said the community forest was given to benefit community and Government but noted that it has turned chaotic. In response to the recommendation of the CA and CFMB, FDA resolved to the following as a decision on the matter.
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January 08, 2021 04:30 UTC
Liberia: Accountability Problem Hits Buchanan City Corporation, Over US$100k Yet to Be Accounted For
Liberia: Accountability Problem Hits Buchanan City Corporation, Over US$100k Yet to Be Accounted ForBuchanan, Grand Bassa – As Liberia strives to fight corruption, accountability seems not to assist at the Buchanan City Corporation as the Mayor Moses Haynes is yet to account for monies received from ‘Bollare ‘ a company paying annual US$100,000 to the City. Thomas Alexander Goshua provided three days ultimatum for the mayor to appear before the caucus but Mayor Haynes refused. 2020 Report Yet to Be MadeThe temporary report made after pressure was mounted on the Buchanan City Corporation was 2018 and 2019. The Buchanan City Corporation is yet to inform the public as to when will the 2020 report of the US$100,000 be made. Our reporter toured Buchanan City of recent but there has been nothing new added to the City as compare to the past Mayor Julia Bono.
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January 08, 2021 04:26 UTC
Liberia: J Slught Fastly Becoming A Megastar in the Music Industry
MONROVIA – The year 2020 has no doubt witnessed the rise of so many talented singers, slowly dominating the music industry. Talented Beevonne Recordz singer, J Slught has snagged an award at the 2020 Liberia Entertainment Awards as the new artiste of the year. J Slught has proven to be one artiste that puts in time and just watch his works speak for him. This is J Slught’s second time wining the New Artiste of the year award as he also won it at Tunes Liberia Music Award (TLMA). J Slught also bagged the album of the year at the just concluded MLMA which was held at the Ministerial Complex in November for his “HOME & BEYOND EP.
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January 08, 2021 00:09 UTC