Liberia: Family of Murdered 29-Year-Old Man to Sue Ministry of Health for Refusing to Show Deceased Grave
Gerald C. Koinyeneh, [email protected]Paynesville – Family members of a murdered 29-year old man identified as Wulah Massaquoi has threatened to take the Ministry of Health to court if it fails to show the grave of their deceased relative within three days. Massaquoi said when the family contacted the Ministry of Health, it acknowledged removing the body from the community and burying it at the Disco Hill Cemetery in Margibi County. According to Joseph Massaquoi, Wulah earned his living by riding a commercial motorbike. “We are giving a three-day ultimatum against the Ministry of Health to show our brother’s grave or else we will go to court,” Peter Massaquoi warned. The Ministry of Health, through the Liberia National Police, did not do any discovery.
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July 30, 2020 01:18 UTC
African Development Bank President Cleared After Corruption Probe
PIAC had uncovered no evidence linking the subject of the complaints, in particular the President, under consideration to the agriculture cases. The panel however noted that the complainants did not state clearly whether these were awards made personally to the President or as President of the Bank. The Panel therefore concurs with the decision of the Committee to dismiss this allegation against the President. The complainants alleged that senior management abuse the travel policy without sanction. It has to be recognized that the President as the elected head of the Bank has to engage in diplomatic outreach.
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July 29, 2020 23:47 UTC
BRAC Liberia Empowers 750 Poor Rural Women in Bong, Margibi Counties
But since the inception of the BRAC Liberia Ultra-Poor Program two years ago, she has been rearing pigs and involved in the buying and selling of palm oil. BRAC Liberia also helps me with food for the pigs.”Flomo received L$68,000 from the sale of seven pigs. Ultra-Poor women, who are the beneficiaries of the program, were given livestock, small business or grocery stores, mixed vegetable seeds, and tools, along with enterprised-specific training. Another woman, Esther Quakpolue, 57, mother of seven, told FrontPageAfrica: “We want to thank God for what BRAC Liberia has done for us. “I see them moving too fast and I am surprised for what BRAC Liberia is doing for the women in my town.
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July 29, 2020 23:37 UTC
Liberia’s Abuja Mission Gets New Appointments, Promotion
Chief Clifford Nzereum, who in his new capacity, will be based in Owere, Imo State, is expected to help in promoting the Foreign Policy objectives of Liberia, including the strengthening of relations between Liberia and Nigeria. Abuja, Nigeria – The Liberian Embassy in Abuja, the Federal Republic of Nigeria, has received two new appointments and a promotion. Ms. Johnson’s ascendency to the post of Second Secretary/Vice Consul comes with a wealth of diplomatic experience, having worked diligently as the Third Secretary for Administration at the Abuja Mission over the past years. Ms. Garnett, as Third Secretary, will assist with the day-to-day running of the Chancery, including managing the physical plant and related logistical matters confronting the Mission, among others. Prior to her new appointment, she has worked with the Internal Audit Agency in Congo Town, Paynesville, Liberia, since 2016, the release concludes.
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July 29, 2020 16:52 UTC
World Day Against Trafficking In Persons
Day against Trafficking in Persons aims to raise awareness of the situation of victims of human trafficking and to promote and protect their rights. On December 18th, 2013, the United Nations General Assembly declared July 30th as the World Day against Trafficking in Persons to raise awareness of the situation of victims of human trafficking and to promote and protect their rights. U.S. President Donald Trump recently said of Human Trafficking: “Human trafficking is often a hidden crime that knows no boundaries. This change was a direct result of the commitment and diligent frontline work of individuals in Liberia to end human trafficking. The United States is pleased to provide support for this year’s World Day Against Trafficking in Persons commemoration.
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July 29, 2020 16:52 UTC
Liberia: First Lady Boosts Phebe, C. B. Dunbar Hospitals’ Covid19 Fight
Monrovia – As part of her ongoing support to end COVID-19 in Liberia, First Lady Clar Marie Weah has donated assorted medical supplies and food to Liberia’s two largest regional referral and maternity hospitals in central Liberia – Phebe and C. B. Dunbar Hospitals. The medical supplies, including nearly 5,000 surgical masks, 14 electronic thermometers and 110 bags (25kg each) of rice, were donated over the weekend in Bong County. Mr. Kortu said the donation of medical supplies and food demonstrates the First Lady’s concern about the safety and wellbeing of health workers. Dr. Sibley said the hospital was in dire need of such support, especially the medical supplies, as the facility is gradually reopening its doors to the public following a brief period of closure. Phebe Hospital was shut down recently after the Medical Director himself alongwith seven health workers tested positive of the novel coronavirus.
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July 29, 2020 16:52 UTC
Liberia: ‘Disappointed’ Firestone Takes Issue With Govt. Officials’ Accusations Amid Workforce Reduction
“The actions being taken are intended to allow Firestone Liberia to remain a core investor in the country. “Firestone Liberia entered into this process in good faith and is disappointed in recent statements by some government officials alleging the company is not in compliance with the laws of Liberia and obligations under its Concession Agreement. Firestone Liberia fully respects this process, and we have hoped that all parties would do the same. The workforce reduction comes as Margibi, where Firestone Liberia is headquartered is bracing for what is poised to be a hotly-contested midterm Senatorial elections with enormous implications for the county. The ruling, Coalition for Democratic Change’s government, is hoping to slow down Firestone’s workforce reduction.
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July 29, 2020 08:15 UTC
Liberia: Intl War Crimes Group Condemns Charles Taylor’s Ex-Wife, Agnes
Civitas, however, averred that because Ms. Reeves Taylor ultimately did not face trial in the UK, the evidence against her was not tested in a court of law. Ms Reeves Taylor declared that their work “has to stop”. The GJRP is, and always has been, on the side of the forgotten Liberian victims – the same victims that Ms Reeves Taylor ruthlessly labels “malicious”, “vicious” and “liars”. “Like many of the unfounded claims made by Ms Reeves Taylor, this is demonstrably untrue. Over 35 witnesses testified to his direct and indirect involvement with war crimes during the civil war.
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July 29, 2020 08:11 UTC
Liberia: River Gee Citizens Reject Internal Affairs Ministry-guided Land Dispute Resolution
Report by Gerald C. Koinyeneh, [email protected]The dispute started in the 1960s between the towns of Geeken in Chedepo District and Gbarquiah in Potupo District. However, the Chedepo Geeken Development Association based in Monrovia has rejected the new demarcation on grounds that it took away portion of the land belonging to the people of Geeken. We will use the last drop of our blood to maintain our land,” the citizens vowed. Sirleaf’s resolution, according to them divided the portion of the disputed land into two but took away all of their crops. However, if it is a rice farm or crops with short life span, the resolution calls for the owner to harvest and leave the land.
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July 29, 2020 07:52 UTC
Ministry of Education Must Do the Needful Before Allowing More Students Return To Class As COVID-19 Threat Lurks
ACCORDING TO the national public health Institute of Liberia, as of July 28, the country has recorded 1,177 confirmed cases of COVID-19 with 459 of this being active cases. We would like to caution the Ministry of Education to ensure schools put in place health protocols that will ensure students are not exposed to the risk of contracting COVID-19. Many public schools across the country have decried the lack of COVID-19 supplies like nose masks, soap, and disinfectants. WHAT WILL it cost the government to purchase thermometer for every public schools in the country? Every public health response must be implemented with rigor and consistency.
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July 29, 2020 07:52 UTC
Liberia: Expelled Ruling Party Member Jamima Wolokollie Urges Liberians to Speak Truth to Power; Joins Movement for One Liberia
And I said I am going to join her party to fight for the women, girls and also the men of Liberia”. Don’t just speak out, but speak the truth; if you must be crucified for speaking the truth; then so be it. Liberia today, is not Liberia yesterdayMadam Wolokollie lamented that the country has taken a different trend under the CDC led-government of President George Manneh Weah. According to her, citizens are being misconstrued, perceived as enemies, and crucified for speaking truth to power in present day Liberia. Don’t just speak out, but speak the truth; if you must be crucified for speaking the truth; then so be it.
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July 29, 2020 07:41 UTC
Liberia: Jamima Wolokollie Re-echoes Challenge to Commerce Minister Tarpeh for Audit of Small Business Micro Loan Fund
Beyond the public space, questions are also being asked internally, particularly by the now dismissed Deputy Minister for Small Business Administration Jamima Wolokollie, whose department should have had direct oversight over the loan program as per its official terms of reference as Small Business Administration Department. But addressing his long awaited press conference on July 8, 2020, Minister Tarpeh denied that he was single-handedly disbursing the loan money to the beneficiaries from his office. Mrs. Wolokolie has exhibited documents showing that Prof. Tarpeh instructed that US$3,040.00 be taken from the US$8,000.00 allotted for radio jingles to publicize the loan program. The though-talking former Deputy Minister of Commerce for Small Business Administration has reiterated her willingness and preparedness to submit to a credible forensic audit or a truly independent investigation of the disbursement of the Small Business Pro-poor Development Fund (SBPDF). Mrs. Wolokolie has once again expressed her profound respect for the memories of fallen Montserrado County # 9 Representative Munah Pelham Youngblood whose soul is currently resting in peace.
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July 29, 2020 07:40 UTC
Lack Of Adequate Safety Materials Raises Concern over COCVID-19 Prevention in Liberia’s Prison Facilities
In a May 13th statement, the WHO urged governments to consider decongesting prisons to avert possible outbreaks among prison populations. Cells intended for four or five inmates sometimes hold up to 10 persons at a time, without enough beds. Charlie said they do not take chances, because suspects “may show signs and symptoms [of COVID-19] while in detention”. Another group seeking the early release of convicts with less serious crimes and pre-trail detainees is the Prison Fellowship of Liberia. Francis Kollie, says the lack of essential drugs at prison facilities amid the COVID-19 pandemic is another cause for concern.
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July 29, 2020 07:40 UTC
Liberia: A ‘Cultural Farewell’ To A Fallen ‘Cultural Lawmaker’
The National Cultural Troupe of Liberia, led by Madam Maima Kiazolu, opened the homage-paying ‘cultural performance’ stage with a song, titled “A Strong Woman”, and drumming to the fallen Lawmaker. Mr. Gregory Artus Frank, current president of the Liberia Movie Union, spoke for the National Collective Societies of Liberia (COSLIB) he serves as Chairman. “Your daughter was the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Liberia Movie Union, which I serve as the current president,” Mr. Frank told Mrs. Elizabeth Pelham. On COSLIB, he told the mother of the deceased Lawmaker that he was also representing another national group, named “National Collective Societies of Liberia, which comprises of eight unions including a cultural union,” he explained. COSLIB comprises of the following Organizations: Liberia National Culture Union, Liberia Association of Writers (LAW), Liberia Movie Union, Musicians Union of Liberia, Union of Liberian Artists, National Photographers Union of Liberia, Liberia Professional Chefs Association, and Liberia National Tailors, Textile, Garment & Allied Workers Union..
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July 29, 2020 07:31 UTC
Liberia: “Going to The Senate Will Give Me The Opportunity to Serve The County” – Rep. Edwin Snowe
MONROVIA – Representative Edwin M. Snowe of Senjeh District Bomi County has told citizens of the county that he will contest for the seat of the Senate in the ensuing December 8, 2020 special senatorial election. With just three years in his tenure as a Bomi lawmaker, Snowe is eying a bigger catch which is to become a Senator for the people of Bomi County. He believes going to the Senate will give him a bigger platform to serve Bomi County. “We have come to warn those aspirants that Senjeh District is a no go zone. According to them, Rep. Snowe promised to improve education, women empowerment, healthcare delivery system and agriculture programs.
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July 29, 2020 07:18 UTC