Bea Mountain Joins Fight Against Coronvirus Pandemic In Liberia
On April 2, the management of the mining company was joined by the county Superintendent, the head of county’s joint security, various district commissioners as they distributed hand washing materials. On Saturday, 4 April, Mafa, Buluma, Bangomah, Mano, Deiah, Wan kora, Korbolor, Memema, Fonoia and Cooper town were amongst several other towns that received their share of the hand washing materials. The transport union office in the county, the major public hospital in Robersport city and the prison compound were also beneficiaries of the hand washing material donated by Bea Mountain. He also promised to ensure that all communities follow the World Health Organization and the Government of Liberia health preventive measures. The management says it is continuing with the distribution of the hand washing materials.
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April 07, 2020 09:00 UTC
Liberian Appointed to Top Position on World-Renowned Leadership Expert Dr. John Maxwell’s EQUIP, Salt and Light Global Initiative
lashback: John C. Maxwell/EQUIP in partnership with Link Aid International Launched the Salt and Light Conference in Liberia in 2018Monrovia – A young enterprising Liberian, Eric S. Nyuma has been appointed as regional coordinator of world-renowned leadership expert Dr. John C. Maxwell’s EQUIP, Salt and Light Global Initiative. His Salt & Light is a transformational leadership development and evangelism movement designed and created to train, empower and develop leaders across the world. HeHe also has a special interest in leadership development oriented programs, creating strategies and possibilities for poverty reduction, negotiation skill, and good governance policies formulation. Mr. Nyuma has more than 15 years of professional work experience with government, the private sector as well as with international institutions. He is also the founder and Executive Consultant of Link Aid International, a local faith base non-for-profit humanitarian organization involved with leadership development and community outreach services.
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April 07, 2020 08:48 UTC
Liberia: Remembering April 6 In The Face Of Covid
And African countries are seeing cases of the Coronavirus too. Like the Ebola Virus Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea experienced in 2014, none can see the COVID – 19 but it is attacking on a daily basis. And 24 years down the line, it’s not just Liberia, but the world is faced with a global enemy – the Cornonavirus. From basic hygiene needs to health infrastructure, African countries are not the best or even among the best. And like Liberia, the world will forever remember this COVID – 19 outbreak.
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April 07, 2020 08:03 UTC
Plea to MCC: Do Not Use Coronavirus as Excuse to Destroy Marketers’ Livelihood
Do not use coronavirus as an excuse to destroy properties and stop their livelihoods. I like to see similar measures taken in many places in Monrovia and in many major cities across the Nation, including the famous Red Light Market. Therefore, I’m in shape opposition to any mandate by the City Mayor of Monrovia to have businesses painted blue, white and red. It’s also a security measure to enable law enforcement officials to differentiate commercial vehicles from ordinary vehicles. It’s within the right of any nation to order taxis or commercial vehicles to be painted a certain color for uniformity.
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April 07, 2020 08:03 UTC
Disappointed in President Weah’s NEC Nominee
The editor,I’m so disappointed with the appointment by the president with his nominee to head the National Elections Commission. I’m a die-hard CDCian but let us be real. You cannot take a Nigerian and make him to be the head of the elections commission in our country. This is totally wrong. Josh smith[email protected]
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April 07, 2020 07:41 UTC
Liberia: COVID-19 Positive Flees into Hiding Due to Fear of Stigmatization
14th Case RecordedMeanwhile, health authorities announced Monday that the number of infected persons rose from 13 to 14 in less than a day. On Sunday, the health authorities announced the first death which occurred at the ELWA Hospital. Fears Heightened as Cases RiseTwo deaths were reported on Sunday – a health worker and another expat whose identities were not disclosed by health authorities. The EU Delegation in Liberia announced via its Facebook page on Monday that they evacuated EU staff/citizens and Schengen citizens from Liberia and Sierra Leone on Sunday night. “Around 250 European citizens (including EU Delegation staff and family members) were flown back from Sierra Leone and Liberia to Brussels on a chartered Brussels Airlines aircraft.
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April 07, 2020 07:28 UTC
Liberia: Court Unable to Corroborate Cllr. Nwabudike’s Naturalization Claims; No Matching Document Found
Ndubusi Nwabudike, is a naturalized Liberian citizen as he claims. The Senate also uncovered that Nwabudike has filed in different dates of birth on several documents, something he admitted to. While the LNBA’s investigation is ongoing, the office of the Clerk of Criminal Court B at the Temple of Justice has announced that there is no document to authenticate that Cllr. Kollie, writing further, warned that the integrity of the Liberian Senate and the office of the Presidency will be ruined if Cllr. He also added that the credibility of the Liberia Government, including the Ministry of Justice, the Supreme Court of Liberia, Liberian National Bar Association, Liberia Immigration Service and the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission will be questioned if no action is taken against him.
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April 07, 2020 07:18 UTC
Liberia’s COVID-19 Records 14th COVID-19 Case
Dr. Francis Kateh, Liberia’s Chief Medical OfficerMonrovia – Liberia’s health authorities announced Monday that the country’s Coronavirus cases have risen from 13 to 14 in less than a day. They made the disclosure on Monday at the Government’s organized press briefing to provide updates on COVID-19 situation in the country. “As of this morning April the 6th, we have one more additional case bringing our total case to 14,” disclosed Minister of Health, Dr. Jallah on Monday. Out of the 14 cases, three have been discharged; three dead and the rest are still active. Dr. Kateh then advised that the sooner anyone is tested positive for the virus, the better the diagnosis.
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April 07, 2020 07:11 UTC
Liberia: Lebanese Businessman & Son Found Guilty of Squandering Over US$1M from Tayo Motors
Defendant Farhat and his son are being escorted by their lawyerMonrovia – A Lebanese businessman and his son have been found guilty of stealing over US$1 million dollars from Tayo Motors. In addition to the stealing, Salah Farhat, a shareholder in the company and son Tamer Farhat, an employee, were also found guilty of theft of property, misapplication of entrusted property and criminal conspiracy. The guilty verdict was brought down against the men by Judge Yarmie Gbeisay on Monday, April 6. The father and son had earlier pleaded not guilty at the onset of the trial. The indictment stated that Defendant Salah Farhat, a 25-percent shareholder, had allegedly misapplied the company’s fund and properties in the amount of US$1,663,186.58.
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April 07, 2020 07:07 UTC
Liberia: Liberian Advocate Concerned About The Well-being Of Orphans In The Midst Of COVID-19 Crisis
“There are confirmed cases of coronavirus in Liberia and there is the same lackadaisical approach to supporting these children. Sawboh further called for immediate action to protect the health and wellbeing of all children in orphanages and families caring for orphans. According to Sawboh, orphans were greatly affected by the epidemic due to limitedsupport given to orphanages by the Liberian government. He pointed out that the situation placed orphans at high risk because many of those running orphanages had to survive on handouts at the mercies of the communities during the Ebola crisis. Like the Ebola crisis, Sawboh pointed out, that government and its citizens remain less prepared to confront this pandemic.
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April 07, 2020 07:07 UTC
Integrate Technology in The Reformation of Liberia’s Education System: A Call to the Pro Poor Government of Liberia
We (Liberians) have without a doubt, acknowledged that our education system requires reforms and therefore, I use this article to urge our Government, to integrate ICTs in the education system as part of its efforts to bring reforms in that area. It is generally acknowledged that the education system of Liberia is in dire need of reforms. Investing in ICT-driven education system requires considerable capital, vision, and political will on the part of Government. The question arises: Is the current government with its Pro-Poor Agenda willing to make such an investment to improve our education system? A well-structured educational technology plan should exist to support Liberia’s education system.
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April 07, 2020 02:15 UTC
I Appreciate the Gov’t for Preliminary Steps; However…
Dear Mr. PresidentGreetings:In the spirit of national cohesiveness, genuine love and patriotism, I do appreciate the Government of Liberia for the preliminary step of public awareness regarding preventive measures necessary for the extermination of the novel COVID-19 pandemic. For ours, retribution taken against citizens who defiantly sell in street corners is unjustifiable because all humans have the FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT TO LIFE! These poor Liberian traders live when they eat, and they only eat when they sell. Impartially ensure health protocols set up to prevent the spread of COVID-19 pandemic be respected and obeyed by everyone, irrespective of societal status. Improve on COVID-19 pandemic awareness drive and have measures of prevention been played regularly by media outlets in all of the fifteen (15) political subdivisions in all Liberian vernaculars.
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April 06, 2020 23:37 UTC
CPJ, 80 Media and Rights Groups Urge African Heads of State to Release Jailed Journalists
Last week, the Committee to Protect Journalists published an open letter to world leaders urging the immediate release of all journalists imprisoned for their work. As of March 31, at least 11 of these journalists have been released from jails in Somalia, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Nigeria, DRC, Algeria, Comoros, South Sudan, and Egypt, according to CPJ research. However, at least six more journalists and media workers have been jailed since December 1, and remain in prison as of March 31, including four in Ethiopia and one each in Cameroon and Algeria. Imprisoned journalists have no control over their surroundings, cannot choose to isolate, and are often denied necessary medical care. We urge you to release every jailed journalist in your respective countries and to protect the free press and the free flow of information at this crucial time.
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April 06, 2020 22:52 UTC
Liberia Orders All Embassies closed, Instructs Citizens Abroad to Stay in Current Location
Buchanan, Grand Bassa County – Liberia has instructed all its embassies to immediately “shut down” operations as the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) infects more than one million two hundred seventeen thousand seven hundred twenty-four people globally. He added that the government also encourages people in county to “stay home” and stop the possibilities of infecting others. We have established a social media chartroom to enable communication, all Ambassadors are working from home,” said Foreign Minister Findley. Minister Findley said the United States and China have so far responded while the West African State of Nigeria has also helped with provision of “Chemicals”. The virus is not going to come as a political party or whether you from Grand Kru, Cape Mount or Bassa.
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April 06, 2020 15:45 UTC
Liberia: Amb. Kemayah Ascends to Political Leader as Dan Saryee Becomes Chairman of MOVEE
The resolution also separated the office of the chairman from the political leader of the party. “Observing that the positions of National Chairman and Political Leader are two separate roles currently assigned to the Office of the National Chairman thereby making the task cumbersome for single office, the executive committee of the party resolved that Dan Saryee then plays the role as chairman while Amb. Kemeyah ascends as political leader of MOVEE. Kemayah welcomes the decision to make him Political Leader of MOVEE and looks forward to continuing to work in the best interest of the party. According to our source, MOVEE Political Leader further welcomes the setting up of a 7-member committee to review and recommend amendment of the party’s constitution to the Executive Committee of MOVEE.
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April 06, 2020 13:52 UTC