Liberia Nurses Association-DFW Aid Health Centers with Needy Medical Supplies
Mrs. Carolyn Woahloe, the organization’s Founder/President, told FrontPageAfrica that the delegation also visited various healthcare facilities as an avenue to render assistance as appropriate. Monrovia – The Liberian Nurses Association-DFW (LNA-DFW), a non-profit, non-government organization, based in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas continue to come to the aid of needy medical institutions in Liberia. Mrs. Carolyn Woahloe, the organization’s Founder/President, told FrontPageAfrica that the delegation also visited various healthcare facilities as an avenue to render assistance as appropriate. She explained that the LNA-DFW also distributed a 40 foot of medical supplies/equipment to Pipeline and various healthcare facilities in and out of Montserrado County. We have been shipping medical supplies to Redemption since 2015 and Pipeline Health Center (PHC) since 2018.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 16:18 UTC
Liberia: Kids Engagement Education Project Launches 2020 National Reading Campaign
The year-long reading campaign will be launched by the Minister of Education, Prof. Ansu SoniiPAYNESVILLE, Montserrado – The Kids Educational Engagement Project (KEEP) announces the Official Launch of its 2020 National Reading Campaign, under the theme, KEEP Reading: Transforming Lives Through Reading, on Thursday, February 6, at the Lutheran Compound on 13th Street, in Sinkor. The year-long Reading Campaign, which will be formally launched by the Minister of Education, Prof. D. Ansu Sonii, is a series of programs and activities to promote the culture of reading in Liberia. With the aim to promote a culture of reading in Liberia, KEEP was established in 2014. In the last three years, it has established 15 safe and conducive reading spaces in 7 counties, including Montserrado, Bong, Grand Gedeh, Rivercess, Grand Cape Mount, Gbarpolu and Bomi Counties. On the National Reading Campaign, Mrs. Moore said KEEP has already produced a booklet intended to encourage parents to invest in the reading habits of their children, and will undertake a series of special reading promotions and public awareness activities over the period of the Campaign.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 16:07 UTC
Liberia: Marylanders Speak Out on Weah’s Two Years in Power
Ms. Dweh argued that since assuming power in January 2018, the living condition of the over 22,884 Marylanders, who voted for him in the Presidential Runoff election, have become worse under the President’s leadership. Citing flaws including the lack of will to adequately fight corruption, high unemployment, Gibson said President Weah might not have a chance in the 2023 presidential election should he contest. My opinion is the hardship we are facing now might shape public opinions about the candidacy of President Weah in the 2023 election. I think this would reflect in next elections in 2023.”Quitee advised President Weah to change his leadership style to make a better impact within the next few years. Agbutu said, “President Weah must wake up and sit up immediately.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 05:48 UTC
Charity Calls on UK to Prosecute British Companies that Violate Human Rights in Liberia
“If the UK’s commitments to defend human rights are to mean anything, companies must be held accountable for their role in commissioning and benefitting from human rights violations,” the report said. “If UK companies are acting with impunity overseas, they should be tried in UK courts for their human rights violations,” it added. Even Liberia could prosecute human rights violations and environment-related crimes, companies would go to neighboring countries with looser laws and regulations, it added. The charity called for the proper implementation of the Land Rights Act of 2018, which recognizes customary land rights. Moreover, the report called for monitoring and compliance of the palm oil companies and with international laws and standards.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 05:37 UTC
Liberia: Cummings, Sen. Brown Attend Klebo Clan Annual Cultural Festival in Maryland County
He made the call during this year’s Klebo Clan’s cultural festival held in Watochen, Maryland County. The ANC political leader expressed delight that the people of Klebo Clan have been so passionate and committed to the preservation of cultural heritage. Cummings’ attendance at this year’s Klebo Clan festival coincided with his nationwide tour which he began in Maryland County last week. Also speaking, the Senator of Maryland County, Gbleh-bo Brown, said it was an honor to share the stage with Cummings, particularly in identifying with the people of Klebo Clan. Senator Brown hailed the people of Klebo Clan for remembering the sufferings endured by their fellow kinsmen.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 05:37 UTC
MIA investigates Vahun District Commissioner over Alleged Acts of Violence
The Ministry’s decision to withdraw the Vahun Commissioner was triggered by recent reports linking Commissioner Momo to alleged violent acts in the districtMONROVIA – The Minister of Internal Affairs has with immediate effect withdrawn Mr. Mohammed B. Momo, Commissioner of Vahun District, Lofa County, and has directed him to immediately report to Monrovia. A press release issued by the Internal Affairs Ministry said Minister Varney Sirleaf’s decision is in consultation with the Executive Mansion. According to the release, the Minister’s decision to withdraw the Vahun Commissioner was triggered by recent reports linking Commissioner Momo to alleged violent acts in the district. Meanwhile, Minister Sirleaf has asked Lofa County Relieving Commissioner Mr. Forpka Jallah to act as Commissioner, under the supervision of Lofa County Superintendent Honorable William Tamba Kamba, pending full investigation into matter. At the same time, the Internal Affairs Minister is encouraging citizens of Vahun District, in and out of the District, to remain calm as the matter is being investigated, the release stated.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 05:26 UTC
Liberia: Executive Mansion Discloses Renovation of EBK Barrack, Other Projects
Toby said the President Weah noticed that the facilities were in ruins and needed facelift to meet current day’s standard. Additionally, Toby maintained that construction of a modern market in Central Liberia – Gbarnga City, Bong County – will begin this week. Toby added that the 14 Military Hospital is expected to be dedicated by President Weah on this years’ Arm Forces Day. At the same time, he revealed that the 53 bills from President Weah forwarded to the Legislature in 2019 have been ratified. These documents, according to Toby, will set the pace for good governance and rule of law under the Weah administration.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 05:15 UTC
Youth Group Condemns CDC Lawmaker For ‘Masterminding’ Indefinite Suspension of Project Leader
Responding to a FrontPage Africa inquiry, Representative Seeboe admitted that he masterminded the indefinite suspension of Mr. Young by officially filing a complaint against him to the Youth and Sports Minister. In a recording in the possession of FrontPage Africa, Representative Seeboe said: “Let me be clear, this job is a political job. But the youth group maintained that Representative Seeboe’s action is in total violation of Article 18 of the 1986 Constitution. Also, the youth group slams Mr. Seeboe, stressing that his statement was “unpatriotic, divisive and may lead to the dissatisfaction of the people he represents at the Legislature”. They challenged him to make available the “numerous complaints” he claimed were filed against Mr. Young by “some leaders of the district”.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 05:15 UTC
Liberia: IAA Hosts USAID Sponsored Data Analytics Training For Fraud Examiners
Emmanuel B. Nyeswa, Director General, Internal Audit AgencyMonrovia – The Internal Audit Agency of Liberia is playing host to a Two-week USAID sponsored Data Analytics training for Certified Fraud Examiners in the country. Speaking at the official opening of the Data Analytics training today in Congo town, the Director General of the Internal Audit Agency, Mr. Emmanuel B. Nyeswa challenged participants to take advantage of the training opportunity in order to enhance their analytical skills. The training primarily targets Chief Audit Executives, heads of Internal Audit units, as well as heads of Risk Management. Others include: chief security officers, heads of Legal Departments, heads of Regulatory Compliance, In-house Legal Counsels, Internal/External Auditors and Accountants. As such, there remains a growing need for Forensic data analytics’ capability to prevent deter and investigate fraud, whether within the public or private sector.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 05:00 UTC
Liberia: Selective Funding or Fiscal Constraint? VP Office, MFDP Spar Over Budget Allocation
The VP described funding for operations as critical for the running of all offices in government, which include the Offices of the President, Vice President, President Pro-Tempore, Speaker, Deputy Speaker and Ministries and Agencies. The Office of the Vice President has received more than US$3 million in both compensation and goods and services since 2018. And I was just totally blown out of water.” – Vice President Jewel Howard TaylorThe VP disagrees while explaining why her office is being strangulated. The VP explained that the budget for her office consists of funds for salaries, operations, travel allowances and special projects. The office of the Vice President has received more than US$3 million in both compensation and goods and services since 2018.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 04:52 UTC
Dr. James Kollie Takes Indefinite Leave of Absence from Liberia Maritime Authority
Margaret C. Ansumana as Officer-in-Charge pending his returnMonrovia – President George Manneh Weah has reportedly accepted a request for an indefinite leave of absence from Mr. James Kollie, Commissioner of the Liberia Maritime Authority. She is currently, the Senior Deputy Commissioner, Maritime Operations/Deputy Corporate Registrar and was an alternate permanent rep at the International Maritime Organization(IMO). She holds an L.L.M., Masters of Laws in International Maritime Law, IMO International Maritime Law Institute, Msida, Malta as well as an L.L.B. Established in 1948, The LMA became a founding member of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and has over the years played a critical role in promulgating maritime safety, security and environmental protection. Formerly the Bureau of Maritime Affairs, the BMA was renamed following the passage of Liberia Maritime Authority Act of 2010, when BMA transitioned into the iMA), a public corporation with greater responsibility of managing all commercial activities within the maritime domain of Liberia.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 04:41 UTC
Liberia: Killers of German Expat Remain Unknown as Police Beef Up Investigation
Residents and employees of the company told FrontPageAfrica’s Grand Bassa County correspondent that Mr. Schedema was attacked by arm robbers, although no valuables were attacked away from him. The body of the deceased has since been taken to the Abraham Roberts funeral home in Buchanan as investigation continues. Sources said the German died after being shot in the stomach by unknown men at about 11 pm but was discovered dead by 4 Am. However, the head of the Grand Bassa County police detachment of the Liberian National Police told FPA that his office will release preliminary reports about their investigation on Thursday, January 23. Meanwhile, Janjay Baikpeh, Grand Bassa County Superintendent held a closed door meeting with the management team of ICC on Wednesday after news of the horrible killing spread across the city.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 04:41 UTC
eria: Rep. Munah Pelham Clarifies Statement on Amending the Constitution to Give Pres. Weah a Third Term
According to Rep. Munah Pelham-Youngblood her assertion about the amendment of the Constitution to give Pres. In her Facebook post, the Montserrado County District #9 lawmaker said, the video was edited by her political opponents who want to incite the public against her. Your cut, edited and paste a full interview just because you want to incite the public against me. According to her, there was a question from the interviewer about what was her projection of the Weah administration…what should the Liberian people expect? Since her return from a long sick leave in the United States, Representative Young-blood has been in the mix of controversies.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 04:18 UTC
Liberia: Atty. Isaac Jackson Dismisses Lawyer Representing Him at Supreme Court, Appoints Cllr. Findley Kangar
Arthur T. Johnson of his post as his legal counsel representing him at the ongoing Prohibition Case before the Honorable, the Supreme Court of Liberia. Jackson’s letter further says that as Head of the Government Asset Recovery Team, Cllr. Arthur Johnson will be serving as principal lawyer prosecuting cases for and on behalf of the Government; so he (Jackson) could no longer retain Arthur Johnson as his lawyer. Jackson’s letter further says that as Head of the Government Asset Recovery Team, Cllr. Arthur Johnson will be serving as principal lawyer prosecuting cases for and on behalf of the Government; so he (Jackson) could no longer retain Arthur Johnson as his lawyerMeanwhile, Atty.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 23, 2020 04:07 UTC
German Businessman Killed by ‘Armed Robbers’?
Reports gathered by the Daily Observer reveal that a German National known as Juergen Schedemann was shot dead by suspected armed robbers in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County. The incident, which took place at 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday, is said to have been carried out by 13 suspected armed robbers wearing masks, who reportedly trooped into the company’s compound and killed the German National in the Big Joe Town community. Eyewitnesses’ account further revealed that the robbers had only entered the company’s yard and killed the manager, but did not harm any of the staffs. The victim’s wife asserted that there were many other foreigners in the yard but only her husband was discovered dead behind the compound. Meanwhile the local police Commander, James Karto said no arrest has been made into the gruesome killing of the German National.
Source:Daily Observer
January 23, 2020 02:26 UTC