Liberia: Pres. Weah Lifts Suspension on EPA Boss; Suspends National Transit Authority Deputy Managing Director
Blama who now returns to work with immediate effect was controversially suspended on March 16 after testing positive for coronavirus (the index case). MONROVIA – President George Weah has lifted the suspension on Dr. Nathaniel Blamah, Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) while the same time suspending Mr. Myer Beaty, Deputy Managing Director of the National Transit Authority (NTA). According to the Executive Mansion, Mr. Beaty is being suspended for administrative reasons for a month without pay. Blama who now returns to work with immediate effect was controversially suspended on March 16 after testing positive for coronavirus (the index case) – a move that was greeted with mixed reactions. Meanwhile, President Weah has nominated with immediate James Thompson, Director General of the Civil Service Agency (CSA) and Abraham Mitchell, Assistant Minister for Codification at the Ministry of Justice.
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July 31, 2020 00:11 UTC
Amid COVID-19 Pandemic, Liberia Has a Chance for a Robust Recovery, Says New World Bank Report
Under the baseline scenario, a sharp rebound is expected with real GDP growth projected to rise to an average of 4.1 percent during 2021-22. However, under the downside scenario, real GDP is expected to recover more slowly, growing at an average rate of 3.7 percent in 2021-22. Together with other development partners, we are supporting the government through financing and technical advice to address the crisis and transition to a robust economic recovery”. However, under the downside scenario, real GDP is expected to recover more slowly, growing at an average rate of 3.7 percent in 2021-22. Together with other development partners, we are supporting the government through financing and technical advice to address the crisis and transition to a robust economic recovery”.
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July 30, 2020 22:30 UTC
Liberia: ‘We Were Not Aware of Cummings & Yekeh’s Stay In Grand Gedeh’, Supt. Says
Farley further denied claims made by the CPP political leader that he (Farley) orchestrated the protest against Rep. Kolubah in Grand Gedeh. “The first thing is that Honorable Cummings coming to Grand Gedeh County-the county authorities and the security apparatus were not aware. He noted that with his consent, AFL soldiers were sent in to calm the situation, following a conference call along with Mr. Cummings. Not aware of damagesThe Grand Gedeh County Superintendent further denied reports that vehicles belonging to Mr. Cummings and Rep. Kolubah were damaged during the saga. Farley in a fierceness mood giving mandate to Rep. Kolubah and Mr. Cummings to depart the county.
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July 30, 2020 19:18 UTC
Liberia: Grand Gedeh Legislative Caucus Slams ‘Embarrassing’ Attack on Opposition Leader, Lawmaker
Representative Grant, Chairman of the county legislative caucus, said the incident has brought unnecessary negativity to the county. “The Grand Gedeh County legislative Caucus hereby condemns in the strongest terms the attack on Mr. Alexander Cummings, Representative Yekeh Kolubah, and the entire delegation,” Grant averred. We regret the action that it has to happen in Grand Gedeh. We regret the action that it has to happen in Grand Gedeh. But to come to Grand Gedeh and to have rock throwing, threatening our lives.
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July 30, 2020 18:56 UTC
Liberia: Police Says Probe Launched into Attack on Opposition Leaders in Grand Gedeh
A statement from the Liberia National Police Thursday said the Joint Security responded swiftly and formed a barricade which prevented protesters from inflicting wounds and intimidating officials of the ANC and Hon. The Joint Security responded swiftly and formed a barricade which prevented protesters from inflicting wounds and intimidating officials of the ANC and Hon. Anyone having any information as to aggravators or perpetrators of these violations, please contact our Grand Gedeh Detachment on 0770800821 or 0770800122. Liberia National PoliceAs tensions grew, the Armed Forces of Liberia were very instrumental in working along with the Joint Security to ensure that calm returns to the City of Zwedru, Grand Gedeh. The Joint Security reassures the public that it remains fully in charge of security and will do everything to protect the peace and stability of the state.
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July 30, 2020 17:45 UTC
526,000 Liberians Risk Falling Below Poverty Line in 2020, World Bank Reports
Large macroeconomic imbalances, low fiscal reserves and forex buffers limit the government’s options for addressing COVID-19 crisis, the economic updated stated. Under the moderate downside scenario, real GDP could contract by an additional percentage point to 3.6 percent in 2020 and recover more slowly. According to the World Bank, COVID-19 has thrown the world in the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression. Economy is projected to contract in 2020, and poverty rates are projected to increase. Implementing a mix of health, education, worker training, and social protection policies to improve productivity and enhance the employment prospects of working-age Liberians.
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July 30, 2020 16:52 UTC
Liberia: Council of Patriots Condemns ‘State-Sponsored Acts of Violence’ in Grand Gedeh
The Council of Patriots says any future acts of violence will be STRONGLY resisted and shall defend the rights of everyone to defend themselves by all means necessary against state sponsored attacks. Monrovia – The Council of Patriots, organizers of the June 7, 2019 protest in Liberia has strongly condemned Thursday’s acts of violence by thugs, it says was carried out under the sponsorship of state officials, against members of the CPP in Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County. “The CoP believes that this is a calculated attempt ahead of the Special Senate Elections to intimidate the opposition through violent tactics. Meanwhile, the CoP wants to make it categorically clear that any future acts of violence will be STRONGLY resisted and shall defend the rights of everyone to defend themselves by all means necessary against state sponsored attacks. The CoP will not sit idly and allow our country to degenerate under a dictatorship that has shown clear ineptitude to govern the country.
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July 30, 2020 16:30 UTC
Liberia: Opposition Leader Cummings Says Attack in Grand Gedeah Orchestrated by Leadership
But to come to Grand Gedeh and to have rock throwing, threatening our lives. On Thursday, Mr. Cummings expressed disappointment that the only attack on Rep. Korlubah came in Grand Gedeh. So, it’s not like this is the first time he’s come to Grand Gedeh. Most of the residents of Grand Gedeh are peaceful and law-abiding Liberians and a lot of them are supportive of the CPP. We are even more determined to make our presence felt in Grand Gedeh because of their behavior.
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July 30, 2020 16:19 UTC
Liberia: Opposition Leader Cummings, Korlubah Under Siege in Grand Gedeh Over ‘Invectives’ Against President
Zwedru – Aggrieved supporters of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) led-government of President George Manneh Weah have staged a peaceful protest in Grand Gedeh County, demanding the unconditional and immediate departure from the county of Montserrado County Representative Yekeh Korlubah. The aggrieved protesters, mostly youths, were seen chanting anti-slogans and using profanities against Representative Kolubah. The protesters accused Representative Kolubah of ‘killing’ innocent people during the warring days in Liberia, and allegedly engaging into pre-campaigning activities. When contacted via telephone, Representative Kolubah promised to adequately respond to the incident in the soonest possible time. For sometimes now, Representative Kolubah has been very vocal against President Weah and his government.
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July 30, 2020 11:26 UTC
Liberia: Senator Dillon Remains Defiant in Caution to Ruling Party’s Reported Plan to Rig Elections
8, Montserrado County)Said the Senator: “George Weah and his gang will understand that we’re not taking this for joke. Not mincing his words, Senator Dillon said he believes the discussion Wednesday had a lot to do. The contradiction he said is that, Senator Dillon won. “You can understand that some CDCians who drifted have returned home; some of the lapses that led to Senator Dillon winning the elections have been fixed. Senator Dillon also took the IRCL of turning a blind eye to what is happening in the country.
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July 30, 2020 09:45 UTC
Liberia: GAC Audit Finds Millions In Waste & Abuse at National Police
“The Liberia National Police made payments amounting to US$8,681, 315.65 for special operations services, intelligence services, goods, works and services without adequate supporting documentation to substantiate the regularity of the transactions. These issues can be categorized among others as follow:The Liberia National Police made payments amounting to US$8,681, 315.65 for special operations services, intelligence services, goods, works and services without adequate supporting documentation to substantiate the regularity of the transactions. The LNP Management accepted the GAC findings related to the scrapping of vehicles but did not respond to the GAC’s disposal finding. The LNP Management did not respond to the GAC finding.tthe GAC position is that going forward, the LNP Management should ensure that all former officers that are dead, dismissed or resigned are removed from the payroll immediately. Further, The LNP Management did not maintain fixed Assets Register/listing to provide detailed information, including cost of asset, date of purchase and coding.
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July 30, 2020 09:22 UTC
Liberia: The Hypocrisy of the Inter-Religious Council
WHILE IT IS TRUE that utterances can be interpreted in different ways, a body such as the Inter-Religious Council of Liberia must tread an even, fair and transparent path when handling matters as delicate as Liberians are witnessing today. WHILE IT IS TRUE that utterances can be interpreted in different ways, a body such as the Inter-Religious Council of Liberia must tread an even, fair and transparent path when handling matters as delicate as Liberians are witnessing today. THE UNPRECEDENTED history and consequences of disputed elections in Liberia must be the backdrop of any attempt to mediate on issues regarding claims and counterclaims of elections rigging. IN HIS DISCUSSIONS WITH THE Inter-Religious Council Wednesday, Senator Dillon took issue with the council for not standing up and speaking out against numerous ills in Liberia today. FOR SENATOR DILLON, the council has been turning a blind eye to a lot of happenings.
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July 30, 2020 02:03 UTC
Liberia: Ex- President Taylor’s Daughter Lifts Hand of Candidate in Bong Senate Race
Charlene Taylor in her endorsement of Rep. Henry Yallah said her presence at Wednesday’s primary was to indicate the NPP support to Yallah’s re-election. ‘The NPP as a party remains committed to your re-election and nothing is going to stop that. But Charlene Taylor in her endorsement of Yallah said her presence at Wednesday’s primary was to indicate the NPP support to Yallah’s re-election. Charlene Taylor also said that the NPP will ensure Yallah is re-elected despite the vice president’s decision to not support him. But what remains a challenge for him, according to political pundits, is settle whatever disagreements between him and Vice President Taylor.
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July 30, 2020 01:51 UTC
Liberia: Modernizing Hand Washing To Combat Covid-19 At Border Points
The modernized foot-operated hand washing facility, which was produced by the Community Development Services (CODES), was erected in Bo Waterside, Grand Cape Mount County on Wednesday. The modernized foot-operated hand washing facility, which was produced by the Community Development Services (CODES), was erected in Bo Waterside, Grand Cape Mount County on Wednesday. He also challenged officers of the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS) and other government agencies to help guarantee the safety of the foot-operated hand washing station. “If we talk about development, hand washing is part of that process. For her part, the Deputy Commissioner for Operations of the LIS, Abigail Wesseh promised to ensure the protection of the hand washing equipment, while calling on Liberians to follow the hand washing protocol.
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July 30, 2020 01:30 UTC
Liberia: Tension Rocks Ruling Party’s Senatorial Midterm Elections Primary in District 14
Willie N. Tokpah/0777039231 ([email protected])Monrovia – Tension erupted Wednesday, July 29 among delegates and supporters of the three candidates in the Coalition for Democratic Change’s Montserrado County primary held in District 14. The tension followed allegation by delegates that members of the primary committee were engaging in fraud during the poll. Unofficial results from the primary is still favoring Montserrado County District #5 Representative Thomas P. Fallah. Fallah has won 14 districts already in Montserrado County after preliminary tallying was conducted in a primary that has lasted for about a week. The primary has brought together 1,500 delegates from each district, amounting to a total of 25,500 persons from across the 17 district electoral districts of the county.
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July 30, 2020 01:30 UTC