Liberia: 12th Grade Students to Resume Classes on June 29
Dr. Doupu is the Deputy Minister for Instruction at the Ministry of Education in Liberia. Minister Doupu emphasized that only 12th graders are allowed back to school beginning June 29, 2020 in preparation for the upcoming WASSCE examinations. “Though all of our students are eager to go to the classrooms, this opening is for the 12th graders only. Lessons which will commence on June 29 should focus on preparing 12th graders for WASSCE. Sources have also hinted FrontPage Africa that Education Minister Ansu Sonii has also contracted Covid-19, and is admitted at the 14 Military Hospital.
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June 21, 2020 23:02 UTC
Liberia: Lebanese Businessman Linked to Missing Container Risks Arrest for Defying Court
Kaffel was charged with contempt, a violation that will lead to his arrest by the court due to his alleged refusal to honor a 24-hour ultimatum given him and the Deputy Justice Minister for Codification, Cllr. They were asked by the court to retrieve a missing container marked AXU11476111 with its full content return it to the Freeport of Monrovia. However, Lebanese businessman Kaffel failed to appear without any excuse, a court source said. The container in question was loaded on February 28, 2020 in Istanbul, Turkey with rubber products and was destine for Conakry, Guinea. The complaint accuses the Justice Ministry of refusing to exercise its responsibility by ensuring that thorough Judicial scrutiny is done among the parties in the container case.
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June 21, 2020 22:27 UTC
Liberia: Why Government Partnerships Makes Sense for Delivering Education
The former Education Minister backed up findings from a three year study conducted by two American independent research bodies, that showed the Liberian Education Advancement Program – has increased learning outcomes significantly. Like in 2016 when the Government of Liberia designed a public-private partnership (now the Liberia Education Advancement Program – LEAP) with Bridge Liberia, U-Movement, Street Child and Rising Academies and other non-state providers to run public schools, disagreements, and criticisms from some legislators and civil society have continued to this day. NTAL has called many times loudly for Bridge to stop operating in Liberia, and waved placards. Mr Werner believes Bridge is mostly being criticised once again because it is the lighting rod for the education program. It has a proud legacy for Mr. Werner even more so because it is championed quietly by the current Ministry of Education.
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June 21, 2020 22:07 UTC
Independent Human Rights Commission Urges Government to ‘Practically End Abuse against Children’
In 2005, the government signed the Anti-trafficking law and the Children Law of 2011, which calls for a strong and cohesive educational systemBy J.H. Webster Clayeh, [email protected]Monrovia – The Independent National Commission on Human Rights (INCHR) has commended the government for passing into law several frameworks to safeguard the wellbeing of every child in Liberia but wants practical approach in curtailing the many abuses against children. Bartholomew Bioh Colley, knowledge the legislative frameworks and international human rights treaties signed by the government but he stressed that the implementation of those laws protecting the rights of children is far from being achieved. “The Commission notes and strongly advises that the existence of legal rules without implementation does not fulfill the obligation of a state under international human rights law,” said Atty. Acting Commissioner of INCHR also called on religious and traditional authorities to ensure “due and lawful respect for the right of a child in compliance with both national and international human rights laws”.
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June 21, 2020 22:07 UTC
Liberia: GVL Delivers US$ 270,000 Educational Support Program in Sinoe and Grand Kru Counties
Monrovia – In fulfillment of its commitment to support education in its operational areas, Golden Veroleum (Liberia) Inc. (“GVL”) has embarked on the rehabilitation of a number of schools under its GVL Educational Support (GES) Program in Sinoe and Grand Kru Counties valued at over US$ 270,000. The GES Program is intended to support the educational needs of both GVL employees’ dependents and pupils from the surrounding communities. The GES is in addition to the commitment for educational support delivered by GVL in its MOU/SAs with communities. The GES program is planned for three years having the Coordination Committee constituted in each county comprising of GVL personnel, union representatives, the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Internal Affairs to provide strategic guidance, to monitor and evaluate the performance and impact of the GES Program. Contracts for Grand Kru schools have already been awarded to contractors with construction capability to deliver the required works as per the GES Program.
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June 21, 2020 17:37 UTC
Clarity: Is Cllr. Ndubuisi A. Nwabudike Still a lawyer
The Editor,First and foremost, the Liberia National Bar Association (LNBA) is an association with members. The membership of the LNBA encompasses all lawyers, students of the Louis Arthur Grimes School of Law are associate members. Therefore, the LNBA has authority to discipline and or sanction members in keeping with the Article II, Section IX of the LNBA Constitution mentioned above. I hope this clarity is helpful as you can see, I have referred to the brother as “counsellor.”However, Cllr. Nwabudike – considering that to practice law in Liberia, one must be in good standing with the LNBA.
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June 20, 2020 15:22 UTC
Hypocritical Liberia Must Rename Capital Monrovia, Named After Slave Owner, James Monroe
James Monroe, after whom the capital, Monrovia, of the new republic Liberia, is named, was a staunch supporter of the movement to send Blacks to Africa. Liberia, Africa’s first independent Black nation and the Door of Return, is arguably the beacon of freedom and hope in this continent. One such local politicians was James Monroe; the 5th president of the U.S (1817-1825). James Monroe, after whom the capital, Monrovia, of the new republic Liberia, is named, was a staunch supporter of the movement to send Blacks to Africa. I am asking and encouraging you to look at the possibility of renaming our capital Monrovia (named after a SLAVE OWNER).
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June 19, 2020 22:52 UTC
Liberia: The World Food Program US$9 Million is not just about Money
The sum of US $1.8 million is a lot of money in Liberia. It could build two miles of paved road, many schools and health centers, provide textbooks and medicine across Liberia. According to WFP, the amount is “just” about 6 percent of the $30 million, or about $1,8 million. The sum of US $1.8 million is a lot of money in Liberia. Why, after almost 200 years of existence and 15 years of democratic governance, Liberia cannot distribute food to its own people?
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June 19, 2020 15:33 UTC
Accountability Lab Liberia Announces Liberia’s Coronavirus Crisis Response Project
MONROVIA – Accountability Lab Liberia, a leading civil society organization, is launching Liberia’s Coronavirus Crisis Response project, today, June 19, 2020, at 10 am Liberian time. This will be streamed live via Liberia Broadcasting System – LBS (FM 99.9) from the Lab’s offices on Carey Street, Monrovia. The launch signals the official start of a Coronavirus Response Project for the country, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The work comes off the back of ongoing efforts by AL Liberia to debunk rumors and ensure greater accountability within the country’s response to Covid-19 through weekly bulletins. The Liberia Coronavirus Response Project runs over six (6) months with a focus on:
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June 19, 2020 14:15 UTC
Liberia: Cllr. Nwabudike Expelled From Nat'l Bar Association for Fraudulently Acquiring Membership
A. Nbudusi Nwabudike and his controversial membership of the Liberian National Bar Association. Nwabudike via DHL sent to him via DHL, yet failed, refused to appear, in complete disregard for the Liberian National Bar Association. A. Nbudusi Nwabudike be expelled was approved by a vote of two thirds members of the National Executive Council of the Liberian National Bar Association. A. N. Nwabudike is hereby expelled from the membership of the Liberian National Bar Association. His name is hereby stricken from the roster of the membership of the Liberian National Bar Association.
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June 19, 2020 13:18 UTC
Liberia: Phebe Hosptial Temporarily Shuts Down As Three Nurses Test Positive for COVID-19
Liberia: Phebe Hosptial Temporarily Shuts Down As Three Nurses Test Positive for COVID-19Phebe Hospital is the largest referral Hospital in Central LiberiaGBARNGA – Phebe Hospital in Suakoko, Bong County has temporarily closed after three nurses tested positive for COVID-19. This is a drastic protective measure and is likely to continue, Dr. Jefferson Sibley, Medical Director of the hospital told FrontPageAfrica. Phebe Hospital is the only referral hospital in central Liberia. The temporary closure of the hospital is expected to affect many residents, particularly those in rural parts of Bong County. Bong County has recorded five confirmed cases of COVID-19, with three confirmed deaths.
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June 19, 2020 10:52 UTC
Liberia: Liberia: Lawmakers Possibly Ignored the Fine prints of Pres. Weah’s Stimulus Package
Said the WFP: “These account for US$25 million directly from the Government of Liberia and US$5 million from the World Bank. Some Lawmakers UnsureAccording to the WFP, the COHFSP is an important safety net for people affected by COVID-19 in Liberia. The RCF places emphasis on the country’s poverty reduction and growth objectives.”The GoL had initially sought a total of US$87 million of budget support. Firstly, that upon disbursement of the US$87 million of funds under the Credit Facility arrangement, US$35 million will be immediately transferred to the account of the World Food Program for execution of the food support program agreed by the Steering Committee for COVID-19 Food Support Program. “This measure is programmed to yield $28 million ($3 million before end-FY2020; $25 million in FY2021).
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June 19, 2020 06:33 UTC
Liberia: A Contender to Head The Former Ruling Unity Party Is Fighting to Save His Reputation As Government Files ‘Bogus’ Indictment
However, this is too convenient a way out.”Monrovia – The indictment came just days after George Wisner expressed his intentions of contesting the upcoming elections for the leadership of the former ruling Unity Party. In the process, the indictment claims, the Liberian government lost 8,592 (eight thousand five hundred and ninety-two dollars) in revenue as a result of the misuse of incentives. According to the guidelines of the NIC, the procedure for the grant of Investment Incentive Certificate is as follows:A) application is made to the Government through the NIC by interested business firm. The MoFDP then awards the Incentive Certificate under the signature of the Deputy Minister for Fiscal affairs and the Minister. For Wisner, the fact of the matter is that MHM EKO Liberia applied for incentive through the NIC.
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June 19, 2020 06:22 UTC
Former Liberian President Wants Permanent African Presence on UN Security Council
LONDON – Former Liberian President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf says it is long overdue that Africa is permanently represented on the Security Council of the United Nations. Sirleaf told the council that the African Continent is sensitive to this reality in forging new partnerships. It calls for a more representative and democratic Security council, in which Africa, like all other world regions, is represented. Culling from our experience with the outbreak of the Ebola in West Africa, Sirleaf says there are many similarities. And in this regard, we need a united and supported World Health Organization as opposed to a fragmented and politicized one.
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June 19, 2020 06:00 UTC
Liberian Author Publishes New Book on Accounting Analytics and Pension Fund Administration
Monrovia – The book, Forensic Accounting Analytics and Pension Fund Administration: A Study of Selected Administrators in Liberia, is the first of its kind in our country, Liberia. Forensic accounting or forensic auditing has emerged as a result of the surge in fraud. Given this broad spectrum of objectives of this book, the characteristics of a forensic auditor were examined and skills, as well as objectives of the forensic audit were discussed. In the discussion of the application of forensic audit, both reactive and proactive accountings were examined which is followed by a highlight on the distinction between statutory audit and forensic audit. The book also concluded that forensic audit practice can reduce the incidence of fraud even in the Pension Fund.
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June 19, 2020 06:00 UTC