LIBERIA: ‘Mother of NPFL’S ‘Revolution’ Betrays Victims of Civil War
AGNES REEVES-TAYLOR is the latest actor to proclaim that she had no role to play in Liberia’s long-running civil war. However, the highest UK Court had a slightly different understanding of the kind of authority / control that is required under that particular UK law. IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE that the crimes that Agnes Taylor allegedly committed could qualify as war crimes and crimes against humanity. Unfortunately, they could not be charged as such under UK law. In fact, the case never went to trial, no witnesses or victims ever got to testify against Agnes Taylor.
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July 27, 2020 23:50 UTC
Liberia: Education Ministry Unfolds Plans for Reopening of Schools
MONROVIA – Following recent consultation with the health authorities, the Ministry of Education wishes to officially announce the reopening of schools for additional levels from 6th grade to 11th grade. The reopening is aimed at first completing the end of the Academic Calendar for 2019/2020 and the preparation for the new academic year 2020/2021. Schools are urged to facilitate the packaging of lessons as homework for the ECE to 5th-grade students and plan for a one-time assessment. The school hour will run from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM daily from Monday to Saturday and Sunday in the case of Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) School students. Schools should also complete a study guide and any relevant information on final assessment of students and provided to parents.
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July 27, 2020 23:37 UTC
Liberia: Woman Dies after Reportedly Taking ‘Sassywood’ to Clear her Innocence from Witchcraft Allegations
An eyewitness, Albert Thoudou, told FrontPageAfrica that Sayee’s children, during the funeral rites, confessed to being witches and claimed they knew who caused the death of their father. He explained to FrontPageAfrica that some of those accused verbally denied the allegation, but Sarah who has on many occasions been accused of being a witch, opted to clear her name by voluntarily taking the “sasssywood”. Sarah went into the bush and people saw her coming back with the sassywwod tree in her mouth. But she suddenly fell and died on the spot,” Thoudou explained. The eyewitness further disclosed that six others are on the standby to prove their innocence.
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July 27, 2020 23:26 UTC
Liberia: Nat’l Fisheries Authority Decries the Use of Used Diapers to Smoke Fish
She indicated that infrastructure facilities and storages will be setup in each county to enable local fishermen preserve their catches for exportation to other country around the world. Madam Glassco disclosed that the move will also help to address waste created as a result of contaminated or left over fish. “This year we are focusing on building infrastructure across the counties for local fishermen. “This year we are focusing on building infrastructure across the counties for local fishermen. Madam Glassco pointed out that those fishing vessels cannot land at the commercial Freeport of Monrovia, but a designated pier.
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July 27, 2020 23:26 UTC
Collaborating Political Parties Chairman Alexander Cummings Rallies Liberians to Unite against COVID-19 in Independence Day Message
Monrovia – The Chairman of the Collaborating Political Party (CPP), Alexander Cummings has called on all Liberians to form a united front in the fight against COVID-19. Mr. Cummings, in his Independence Day message called on Liberians to reflect on the past and forged ahead as Liberia celebrates its 173rd anniversary. The Collaborating Political Parties (CPP), he adds, is proud of the perseverance and tenacity of Liberians through this ‘rich, but challenging, history.”“This is why the CPP extends happy Independence Day greetings to all residents and citizens of Liberia, wherever they may be. We wish all of you joyous Independence Day celebrations. As we reflect on this day, let us remain united, remembering that in union strong, success is sure.”
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July 27, 2020 23:21 UTC
Liberia: Life After Debt
This article attempts to shape academic debates on public debt performance and the direction of fiscal policy in Liberia, especially in the context of Liberia’s debt carrying capacity. External debt rose by 765.3 percent (US$541.45 million) to US$612.2 million, from US$70.75 million while domestic debt decreased by 14.80 percent (or US$46.24 million) to US$266.10 million, from US$312.43 million during the same period. The public debt stock data for 2 years and 3 months spanning 2018 and end-March 2020 paints this picture of the current government’s debt performance. Total public debt rose by 71.15 percent (or US$624.88 million) to US$1,503.08 million at end-March 2020, from US$878.2 million at end-2017. Of the total stock of public debt at end-March 2020, external debt accounted for US$898.68 million and domestic debt, US$604.40 million.
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July 27, 2020 16:07 UTC
Pres. Weah Urges Liberians to Strengthen Bond, Forge Together in Unity as They Celebrate 173 Years of Independence
Weah Urges Liberians to Strengthen Bond, Forge Together in Unity as They Celebrate 173 Years of IndependenceMONROVIA – President George M. Weah has urged citizens of of Liberia to use the celebration of the country’s 173rd Independence Celebration to strengthen bonds and forge ahead in order to consolidate the gains made together as a people over the years of independence. In a brief statement, the President said, “I also beseech all citizens of faith including Christians, Muslims, traditionalists, etc. to offer prayers and kneel in supplication to God for peace, prosperity and happiness for the nation particularly in these difficult times of a global pandemic”. He added: “Liberians are a strong and determined people, with our resilience and the blessings of the Almighty God, we will overcome all trials and tribulations besetting our country and see even better days ahead.”
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July 26, 2020 15:00 UTC
Liberian Serves as Valedictorian of DeVry University; Urges Fellows from African Countries to Positively Impact the Continent
In his valediction address on Sunday, July 19, during an online graduation of Keller Graduate School in the USA, Kezele said professional of his kind, pursuing quality education, must take up the challenge to change their various countries positively. DeVry University serves a population of diverse cultures with different nationalities from around the world. Students who graduate from the university are from different nations from around the world. “We are agents of transformation, so let us not just focus on obtaining a good paid job, to fulfill our financial goals. As valedictorian, he was awarded the Valedictorian Award and Perseverance Award at the graduation ceremony.
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July 26, 2020 10:41 UTC
Liberia: Police Arrest, Detain Two Suspects Linked To Qnet International Alleged Human Trafficking
Monrovia – The Liberia National Police has arrested and detained two additional operatives of Qnet International who are linked to the trafficking of over 15 teenagers and young adults into the country. Suspects Abu Kamara and Sheriff Gavi were arrested and detained by officers of the Zone 3 Depot in Congo Town on Thursday, June 23, 2020. On Wednesday, the police raided compounds and offices operated by agents of Qnet International here in Liberia. While it is also established that Sheriff Gavi is head of Qnet International in Liberia. Network marketing business with Qnet International.”According to Kamara, his accomplice who brought the children to Liberia is currently in Guinea.
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July 26, 2020 09:45 UTC
Liberia: Right Holders Network Begins A Nationwide Campaign to Amplify Children Voices Amid the Covid-19 Pandemic
Montserrado – A civil society group, Right Holders Network has begun a nationwide campaign to amplify the voices of children amid the coronavirus pandemic in the country. Speaking during the opening of the campaign, the Chairman of Right Holders Network, Ballah F. Saywala said the campaign is aimed at accessing community approaches in protecting and promoting the rights of children amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. “The closure of schools have worsened the situation because their voices are often silenced by those who they see as the protectors of their rights. Sergeant Tarpeh also called on the civil society group to work with the police to organize a community policing task force. Meanwhile, the Deputy Commissioner of the Township of Crouzierville, Bamakollie Kerkula said residents of the township often feel reluctant to pursue human rights violations due to the distance required to get to the magisterial court.
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July 26, 2020 01:07 UTC
Liberia: Inter-Religious Council Says It is Probing Senator Who Issued Caution Over Credibility of Elections
PROBING Senator Dillon: Speaking in an exclusive interview with FrontPage Africa Saturday, Rev. The IRCL is a conglomeration of the Liberia Council of Churches (LCC) and the National Muslim Council of Liberia (NMCL). “We are reaching out to him (Senator Dillon) and it doesn’t matter what means. It is important that we find out because, if Senator Dillon has information that some of us may not have, it’s good to share. He described Senator Dillon as a “credible person” whose assertions should not be swept under the carpet.
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July 25, 2020 18:52 UTC
Liberia: Mixed Reactions over Deputy Speaker Prince Moye’s Senate Bid in Bong County
Gbarnga, Bong County – The Senate ambition of Deputy House Speaker Prince Moye continues to face scrutiny from residents of Bong County with many describing his bid as “unnecessary and greedy”. During that election, Moye bombarded Cole with similar criticism he now faces himself. “I don’t see the reason why my colleague Cole is contesting for the Senate position. Though I have problems with his position as Deputy Speaker and wants to contest, it’s his constitutional right,” he said. What has he not done as deputy speaker that he can do as Senator of the county?
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July 24, 2020 08:26 UTC
Liberia @ 173: Of Rice, Rights & the Recurring Circle of Impunity
The negotiations were conducted by two Liberian representatives of President Roye, his Secretary of the Interior and the Speaker of the House of Representatives. President Roye was in London at the same time to settle the boundary dispute with the British over the Galinhas territory. EJS: Promises Made, UnfulfilledShe, like many before her had read the history of President Roye and how he was killed for questions surrounding a US1 million loan. Like Doe, Sirleaf admitted that she was unable to fight corruption and reconcile the country, as her two biggest regrets. Did President Roye really have to be deposed after only one year in office?
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July 24, 2020 08:26 UTC
Liberia: Night Clubs, Bar to Remain Closed as Deputy Police Chief Promises to Get Tough on Enforcement of COVID-19 Restrictions, Wearing of Masks
Liberia: Night Clubs, Bar to Remain Closed as Deputy Police Chief Promises to Get Tough on Enforcement of COVID-19 Restrictions, Wearing of MasksIn a telephone interview with Truth Breakfast show, he cautioned all citizens to abide by the health protocols prescribed by the Ministry of Health. MONROVIA – Mr. Marvin Sackor, Deputy Inspector General for Operation has warned that the Liberian National Police will vigorously enforce the health mandate of wearing masks and closure of night clubs and bars across the country. Col. Sackor: “The joint security will start a full enforcement of the national health mandate which include the wearing of mask and closure of night clubs and bars. “We know the holiday is coming, but night clubs and bars should remain closed; for banks at least, you should have 10 customers in the bank at a time. Col. Sackor: “The issue with Yekeh was a clear violation of the traffic law, I was only doing my job.
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July 24, 2020 07:52 UTC
Liberia: Farmers in Bong Struggle to Defeat Armyworms; Call on Government’s Intervention
An armyworm, which usually comes out at night, is seen on sugar cane crop around dusk at the Moseslon Village in electoral District Three in Bong County. Report by Selma Lomax, [email protected]“I don’t know what it is,” says Farkia, a 36-year-old farmer from Moseslon Village. I have never seen this worm before.” The creature Farkia is unable to name is the fall armyworm. But for farmers who have already battled severe drought this year, the latest threat has put their entire livelihoods at risk. Villagers tend to give up treatment due to the high cost, Kollie Nah, agriculture coordinator of Bong County said, adding that sufficient human resources for plant protection were also lacking at the local level.
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July 24, 2020 07:52 UTC