Liberia: Erick Giko, the CPP’s Candidate in the Maryland County Senatorial Midterm Elections Upbeat about His Chances
Pleebo, Maryland County – Eric Giko is upbeat about his chances in the upcoming Midterm Senatorial elections. In Pleebo, Maryland county this week, the candidate running on the ticket of the Collaborating Political Parties candidate accepted the endorsement in hopes of staging an upset against his rival opponents, the incumbent Dan Morias and James Biney. As a young man, Giko attended the St. Francis High School in Pleebo City, Maryland County. The pressing need now is medical need in the county.” – Erick Giko, the CPP’s candidate in the Maryland County Senatorial Midterm electionsCardinal Platform IssuesLocated in the southeastern part of Liberia, Maryland has two districts – Harper serves as the capital with the area of the county measuring 2,297 square kilometres (887 sq mi). As of the 2008 Census, it had a population of 136,404, making it the seventh most populous county in Liberia.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 23:37 UTC
Liberia: Pentecostal Church Declares 3-Day Fast and Prayer for Justice for Gifty Lama and Albert Peters
In a social media post, the Pentecost Church of Liberia indicated thatShe was a birth Daughter of the Church of Pentecost-Liberia. From just a #Sister to a #Deaconess… From just youth to a District Youth Leader of Monrovia West District. The fast and prayer which is intended to aid the government’s investigation began Wednesday and it’s expected to end on Friday, this week. The fast and prayer would be guided by Romans 12:19 which states: “Never take revenge, my friends, but instead let God’s anger do it. For the scripture says, “I will take revenge, I will pay back, says the Lord.”The prayer will take place at every edifice of the Church of Pentecost in Liberia.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 23:28 UTC
Liberia: TRANSCO Trains EPA, FDA LEC Staff on Health, Environmental Protocols amid Rapid Expansion of Transmission Lines
As part of the project, a high voltage power line is being built to connect the four countries and increase the efficiency of power supply for economic growth in the region. In Liberia, the line, when completed will stretch from Yekepa, Nimba County to Buchanan in Grand Bassa, covering 230 kilometers with 569 towers. “We are conducting a training on inspection of transmission lines, monitoring, environmental health, hygiene and safety protocols for the EPA, FDA and the LEC,” Dr. Koffa said. However, with the TRANSCO CLSG project, Dr. Koffa said that Liberia’s current nightmare will be solved. As part of the training, he disclosed that participants will be taken on a guided tour at the TRANSCO CLSG substation in Buchanan.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 23:15 UTC
Swedish Mission Visits Liberia
Monrovia – Swedish Minister for International Development Cooperation, Mr. Peter ERIKSSON, is heading a high-level Mission to Liberia and will arrive on October 8, 2020. Earlier this year, the Swedish embassy in Liberia in consultation with Liberian authorities developed a proposal for a 5-year Country Development and Cooperation Strategy to be implemented from 2021 to 2025. The new proposal is more or less a continuation of the current cooperation strategy with the addition of a new thematic area relating to Climate Change and the Environment. They provide support to the Government’s national development strategy through numerous projects aligned with the MTEF Sector including the Liberia Nationally Determined Contributions through the Swedish International Development Agency relative to environment and biodiversity. The Swedes have also funded the work of the ODI’s Budget Strengthening Initiative (BSI) in Liberia since 2014.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 23:03 UTC
Liberia: Mining Undermines Conservation of Forest Next to Nimba Reserve
The Blei Mountain in Blei Community Forest, Nimba County at the background. FrontPage Africa/James Harding GiahyueZOR-PATA, Nimba County – In April earlier this year, Blei community forest signed a US$99,000 memorandum of understanding with ArcelorMittal Liberia. In February, the Ministry of Mines and Energy issued Solway Mining Incorporated license to explore Mt. Blei, a mountain in Blei community forest, and Mt. ‘Time for Conversation is Over’Solway license covers 152 hectares of Blei forest and 70 hectares of Delton, the MoU shows.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 23:03 UTC
Liberia: Health Group’s Study Uncovers Huge Gaps in Covid-19 Response, Says Virus May Not End Soon
Monrovia – A survey conducted by the Liberia Health CSOs Network (LIHCON), a membership-based CSOs working in the health sector, has revealed that too much gaps exist in the fight against the COVID-19 outbreak in the country. The scorecard tracked readiness of health facilities in 45 selected facilities in five of the fifteen counties in of Liberia including Montserrado, Grand Bassa, Sinoe, RiverCess and Grand Kru Counties. “This is critical, according to the group, as it affects health workers’ safety and confidence as well as health seeking behaviors of the public,” it said. Speaking further, she called on the government and the striking health workers settle their differences the soonest possible time so that the public can begin to have full access to health services. The readiness indicators that were access include infection prevention and control (triage and supplies), health workers capacity and screening and referral and Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH).
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 23:03 UTC
Liberia: Youth Crime Watch, UNICEF Complete Child Protection Awareness in Two Counties
MONROVIA – A youth development organization, Youth Crime Watch of Liberia has conducted a week long awareness on Birth Registration, violence against children, sexual gender base violence and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in two Counties in Liberia, affecting Six (6) different Project locations. Fatu Morris, one of the participants lauded the Project team of Youth Crime Watch of Liberia, and local protection actors for such an awareness. She urged parents to stop Child abuse, and to report cases of abuse against Children to the Liberia National Police for speedy justice and ensure safety for their Children. Also in Bong County, the County Child Welfare officer Mr. Jallah Korboi, used the occasion to deepen participants understanding of child protection issues, and sensitized parents on making sure that their child/children are protected from all forms of violence. The Outreach brought together over Six-hundred fifty (650) men, women, and children across the six project locations in the three Counties.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 22:52 UTC
Liberia: Workshop On National Transfer Accounts Opens in Monrovia
MONROVIA – The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), through its Sub-regional Office for West Africa (SRO/WA), has formally begun a three-day capacity-building workshop in Liberia for several institutions of the Liberian Government. Parley, said the three-day virtual training workshop, taking place in Sinkor, Monrovia, Liberia, is aimed at producing economic and National Transfer Accounts (NTA) profile on Liberia. The National Transfer Accounts (NTA) is an idea dedicated towards helping to strengthen the capacities of government employees, specifically in areas that enable ECOWAS member countries, including Liberia, integrate issues relating to demographic dividends in respective development policies. Mr. Kulobah, deputizing for Liberia’s Finance and Development Planning Minister, Samuel D. Tweah,noted that the occasion marked the beginning of a new day for Liberia. “This program is a roadmap for enhancing the national demographic of our country and setting the profile comes at a time Liberia is in its preparatory stages of conducting a national census.” He observed.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 22:52 UTC
Liberia: ‘Bottlenecks Strangulating Investment Opportunities in Liberia’ – PUP Chairman Tokpah Mulbah Says
Mr. Mulbah, who served as Deputy Speaker in the 52nd National Legislature, is the current Chairman of the Governing Council of the opposition People’s Unification Party (PUP). “He (President Weah) was attempting to do so, but after six months when he took over, he should have done so. More than thatMeanwhile, Mr. Mulbah expressed concern over money being paid to him as former Deputy Speaker by the Liberian government for benefits. So, they give me US$550 as ordinary Representative, but it’s lower than what they have for Speaker and Deputy Speaker”. Shock over Chambers’ leadershipThe former Deputy House Speaker of the 52nd National Legislature, however, expressed dismay over the leadership style of the current Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr. Bhofal Chambers.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 22:41 UTC
Liberia: Mohammed VI Foundation for the African Oulema Dedicates Offices in Monrovia
MONROVIA – The Interim Chairman of the National Muslim Council (NMCL) of Liberia has called on officials of Mohammed VI Foundation for the African Oulema Liberia branch to work with sincerity in their struggle to meet the foundation’s objectives. Imam Abdullah G. Mansaray made the call on Tuesday during the official opening of the Foundation central offices in Liberia located on Carey Street, Monrovia. Said Sheikh Dukuly: “In this regard, I am honored to extend my sincere thanks to His Majesty for his far-sightedness and initiative to establish the Foundation for African Scholars and to also establish its branches in 32 African countries.”He stressed that with the help of Allah, they are proud and honored to hold the official historic opening ceremony of the offices of the Foundation’s branch in the Republic of Liberia, and asked God to make the existence of the institution’s success and source of happiness for the nation. The LNMC ACTING Secretary-General expressed appreciation, and gratitude to all those who are in charge of the parent Foundation in Morocco, especially Dr. Ahmed Al-Tawfiq, Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs and the Acting President of the Foundation, His Excellency Brother Sidi Mohammed Rifiki, Secretary-General, and His Excellency brother Nasser Bousba, financial Director, for their efforts, dedication and hard work in supporting the activities of the branches in various African countries. Sheikh Dukuly extended thanks to all members of the Foundation in Liberia for their hard work and continued cooperation and asked for the Almighty Allah to bless them in this world and the life hereafter and also asked God to help all of them for the common good of the country and the people.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 22:41 UTC
Miss Earth Liberia 2020 Vows to Advocate for The Protection of Women and Girls’ Rights
Miss Earth Liberia 2020, Robell Hover, and the President and Vice President of the Blue Crest University, Dr. Umesh Neelakantan and Dr. Michael P. SlawonMonrovia – Miss Earth Liberia 2020, Ms. Robell Hovers has vowed to be an advocate for the promotion and protection of the rights of women and girls and the preservation of forests in the country. Miss Earth Liberia is not only about beauty. The 2020 Ms. Earth winner promised to be a voice against illicit mining activities and deforestation which are negatively affecting the environment and contributing to erosion. Also speaking, the Vice President for Academic Affairs of university, Dr. Michael P. Slawon commended Ms. For his part, Dr. Umesh Neelakantan, President of the BlueCrest University awarded a 100% scholarship to Ms.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 22:18 UTC
Liberia: ‘I’m Currently In Pain’ – Man, 49 Complains Of ‘Brutality’ By MCC Police
Monrovia – Officers of the Monrovia City Police, have again come on the limelight for allegedly brutalizing of a 49 years old man, Garrison McBorrough in Congo Town. My complain will enable people understand what went on, so that they cannot carry a fake version of that video,” McBorrough said. He attributed his abnormal movement to severe pain in his body as a result of the Monrovia City Police alleged brutality. The alleged brutality of McBorrough brings to three the number of complaints against the Monrovia City Police and some associates of Monrovia City Mayor Jefferson T. Koijee less than two months. Journalist Diggs said the MCC officers flogged and wounded him and he had to run for his life .
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 22:18 UTC
Liberia: Senate Secretary Singbeh Attacks FPA Judicial Reporter For Photographing Him After Trial At Temple Of Justice
Monrovia – Senate Secretary Nanborlor F. Singbeh on Wednesday afternoon attacked FrontPage Africa judicial reporter Augustine T. Tweh for photographing him. Journalist Tweh was assaulted by defendant Singbeh three times in his chest and demanded his photo be deleted at all cost. After several hits, he managed, with the help of his security to forcibly take the camera from the journalist pocket. With the help of his security, he managed to take the camera forcibly from my pocket,” Journalist Tweh lamented. At one point of his trial, Singbeh was seen wasting water on reporters outside of the court to prevent them from photographing him.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 22:07 UTC
Liberia: Sen. Varney Sherman Expresses Disappointment in Stimulus Package Distribution, Minister Tarpeh Admits Delinquency
Monrovia – Senator H. Varney G. Sherman (UP-Grand Cape Mount County) has expressed utter disappointment in the COVID-19 National steering committee team over the handling of the US$25 million stimulus package approved by the government of Liberia through the Legislature. In response, Professor Wilson Tarpeh, the outgoing Minister of Commerce and chair of the steering committee took responsibility for the low performance of the committee and vowed to make up for the delinquency. When Liberia’s National Legislature jointly endorsed President George Weah’s measures in his declared State of Emergency granting the authority to implement a food distribution stimulus package, it was believed that Liberians from all 15 counties would benefit. The package prioritized four counties affected by the COVID-19 – Montserrado County the center of the Virus in Liberia, Margibi, Nimba and Grand Kru. This list of counties was later amended by the legislature to include all 15 counties.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 22:07 UTC
Liberia, Cote D’Ivoire Form Partnership For Cross Border Peace And Security
Minister Sirleaf and team briefed their colleagues on efforts made by the Government of Liberia regarding peace and security and assured of Liberia’s preparedness to further collaborate along the border. Abidjan – The Minister of Internal Affairs, Honorable Varney A. Sirleaf is visiting the Ivorian Capital Abidjan as guest of the Government of Cote d’lvoire. The Internal Affairs Minister is being accompanied by Honorable Robert W. Budy Commissioner-General of Liberia Immigration Service and Attorney Samuel F. Dakana, Deputy National Security Advisor to the President of Liberia. Minister Sirleaf and team briefed their colleagues on efforts made by the Government of Liberia regarding peace and security and assured of Liberia’s preparedness to further collaborate along the border. The joint communique’ of the JCCEM among other things calls on both countries to remain engaged to consolidate sustained peace and security.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2020 21:56 UTC