USAID Awards $16M to Nathan to Fight Corruption, but Says Nothing About the 66 Fraudulent Concessionary Agreements and Illegal Wealth Accumulation (Part I)
Preceding Nathan, USAID has been operating in Liberia for a long time. Specifically for Liberia, RG3, according to its website, is designed to build the capacity of the Ministry of Finance Development and Planning (MFDP) and the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA). Did USAID play a role when former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf awarded 66 fraudulent concessionary agreements to greedy corporate interests, which is dampening revenue collection? Further, what was the role of USAID when former President Sirleaf and Governors of the Central Bank decided and used depositors money to finance excessive salaries. No, rather it was under the watch of former President Sirleaf that the responsible government officials failed to audit the disbursement of the US $10M and abut which she did absolutely nothing.
Source:Daily Observer
January 06, 2020 00:22 UTC
Liberia CSOs WASH Want Govt to Probe Allegations against Last Well
CSOS WASH Network INCMonrovia – The Liberia civil Society Organizations on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, (CSOS WASH) Network has called on the Liberian Government, especially the WASH Legislative Caucus, to constitute a joint independent investigation committee involving CSOs, NWASH Commission, the Liberia Anti-corruption Commission and the Ministry of Justice, among others, to jointly investigate and verify the claims and counter-claims and validate also the Last Well projects in Liberia. CSOS WASH Network reached the decision in an Executive Session hosted by its Board chair, Madam Malinda B. Joss, founder and CEO of the Women and Children Development Association of Liberia (WOCDAL) last Friday, January 3, 2020 in Duazon, Sand Beach Community on the Robertsfield Highway in Margibi County. According to the Liberia CSOs WASH Network, it has worked over the years to end fragmentation within the WASH Sector by advocating for the establishment of the National WASH Commission that has the mandate to promote and regulate the development, management of WASH services while serving as the principal government entity on water, sanitation and hygiene throughout in Liberia. The CSOS WASH Net regrettably noted also that the ministry of Public Works which chairs the board of Directors of the National WASH Commission of Liberia (NWASHC) issued contradicting Statements supporting the Last Well’s falsehood in the Sector. In view of the above reasons, the Liberia CSOS WASH Network calls on the Government especially the WASH Legislative Caucus to constitute joint independent investigation committee to shortly commence probing the saga and all said to be involved for the betterment of the sector and country.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 06, 2020 00:00 UTC
The Historicity of the Planned January 6th Protest in Liberia – 200 Years Later
Artemus W. Gaye, [email protected], Contributing WriterHistory has a way of reminding us of the past in ways beyond our imaginations. Thus, it is a method of expressing an objection towards a given event, situation, or policies within a society. Yet, both demonstration and protest have the same or similar methods to achieve short, medium, or long-term goals. Further, I believe peaceful protest is a necessary element of democracy and human needs, as documented by Maslow and other philosophers. Further, I believe peaceful protest is a necessary element of democracy and human needs, as documented by Maslow and other philosophers.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 06, 2020 00:00 UTC
Liberia: Renowned Baptist Prelate Describes Ruling Party’s Sabu Unit As a “Terroristic Group,”
“The Sabu Unit is a terrorist group. Samuel Reeves, Pastor, Providence Baptist ChurchMonrovia – Renowned Baptist Prelate Rev. Samuel Reeves has described the Sabu Unit security squad of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) led government of President George Manneh Weah as a ‘terrorist group’. Reeves, members of the Sabu Unit are in the constant habit of terrorizing citizens in the communities. The Sabu Unit came surfaced following the inception of the CDC government.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 05, 2020 23:37 UTC
Liberia: Opposition Liberty Party Endorses ‘Democratic Exercise’ COP’s Jan. 6 Protest
“Even CDCians through their Chairman continue to bemoan what they believe is the president’s alleged complicity regarding these situations,” the statement averred. “The rights of the people to freely assemble and petition their government is a universally accepted and fundamental principle of Democracy that must be protected at all times. “Though the protest is expected to be peaceful, notwithstanding we urge the Government of Liberia to live up to one of its foremost constitutional responsibilities of providing security for Liberians, exercise due restraint, show respect for human rights, and watch out for unscrupulous political zealots who might be bent on causing trouble during the protest. We urge the COP to replicate its June 7, 2019 show of leadership to ensure that protesters remain peaceful.”The party’s comments just days after its political leader, Senator Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence declared the pending protest as a democratic exercise guaranteed and protected by the constitution, and ought not to be threatened by charges of treason. “Protesters and the government share in the responsibility to ensure that the protest assembly is peaceful,” the Senator said.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 05, 2020 10:30 UTC
‘I Was Not in My Right Mind’: Rep. Yekeh Kolubah Backpedals on ‘Bringing War to Liberia’
The statement made by me was if Ambassador Weah wants war, we will bring war.”– Rep. Yekeh Kolubah, District No. It can be recalled that Representative Kolubah, a strong critic of President Weah, last year vowed to revert or support acts of war if President Weah wants it to be in Liberia. I am going to abide by anything the International Community says because I have the Liberian people to talk for. I am going to abide by anything the International Community says because I have the Liberian people to talk for. We are going to the follow the path of our people and endorse anything the International Community says,” he added.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 05, 2020 08:37 UTC
Liberia: Amid Challenging Business Climate, Businessman Amin Modad Unveils Beach Escape
BOOSTING TOURISM IN LIBERIA: “I am someone who walks the talk and lead by example. In Liberia, tourism forms a small part of the national economy with frequent visitors from the United States of America. Lots of Space: Businessman Modad says the property remains the only stretch of property in Monrovia of such size (4 acres) that extends from the main Tubman Boulevard to the beach. Indeed, sometimes it gets so inhibitive and discouraging, you think it’s best to stop investing in Liberia or to try investing elsewhere. “In fact, though Monrovia is along the Atlantic coast, no hotel in Monrovia has such size of land and access so strategically positioned.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 05, 2020 01:07 UTC
Liberia: Civil Servants Union of Liberia Abandon Protest
BACKING DOWN: We believe peaceful assembly of citizens or protest are essential elements of a democratic society. Monrovia – The Civil Servants Union of Liberia (CSUL) is calling on the leaders and supporters of the Council of Patriots (COP) to abandon their planned protest for Monday, January 6, 2020. “In this light, we are calling on all civil servants across the country to report to work and go about their normal duties on Monday, January 6, 2020. We must all remain peaceful and committed to protecting the peace of our country.” The Civil Servants Union of Liberia (CSUL)As a Union, we understand the enormous challenges facing the country and the rights of the people to express themselves freely. In this light, we are calling on all civil servants across the country to report to work and go about their normal duties on Monday, January 6, 2020.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 04, 2020 21:00 UTC
Rejoinder To Atty Kpargoi’s ‘The Liberian Constitution Does Not Guarantee Tenure To Anyone’
Please say whether this is a not a constitutional guarantee to end a tenure, when the Constitution says “at such period…. provided for under this Constitution.” Which such period is provided for under the Constitution? Argue also that this is not a guarantee of tenure completion if removal from office ONLY has to follow “procedures and such period” laid down in the Constitution. I will not go further on those, but conclude to say if your argument was factual, our democracy will crumble and we will degenerate into chaos if “the Constitution does not guarantee tenure completion to anyone.”This statement is outlandish; because even other subordinate statutes guarantee tenures to executive officials; and by operation of law, those Statutes are offshoot of the Constitution which you say does not guarantee tenure to anyone. The Constitution does guarantee tenure completion to the President, the Vice President, Members of the Legislature and including the Judiciary Branch of Government.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 04, 2020 18:22 UTC
Political Parties Leaders Suggest National Conference to Address Ongoing Political Stalemate
Monrovia – In the wake of the ongoing political impasse over the conduct of the planned anti-government demonstration by the Council of Patriots (COP), leaders of several political parties have called for a national conference to calm the situation. “It is obvious that this government cannot single handily manage the affairs of the country without the support of all stakeholders. COP had previously vowed to stage a protest dubbed ‘Weah Step Down’ on December 30. When questioned about their position on the ongoing political gridlock, the political parties’ leaders said although it is the right of every Liberian to assemble peacefully and the Government’s responsibility to protect them, dialogue was the best option. We are also calling on the government for a national dialogue where we will be able to resolve our differences.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 04, 2020 18:00 UTC
Morocco Says Desire To Join ECOWAS Will ‘Come Thru Naturally’
However, the Director General of the Morocco Agency for International Cooperation (AMCI) has expressed optimism that his country becoming a member of ECOWAS will happen naturally and honestly. Methqual said that just at the level of youth and human development, Rabat has “important love” for students from West African states. To this end, he added, “twenty seven per cent of students coming here (Morocco) are from ECOWAS countries, and it’s not new: it started since our independence. Of the 14,000 international students currently enrolled through the Kingdom’s cooperation, 12,000 are from 47 African countries statistics show. “The Kingdom of Morocco did not want to come back to the AU before contributing to it.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 04, 2020 17:39 UTC
Iranian Revolutionary Guard commander threatens attacks on ‘vital’ US destroyers, warships
By Paulina Dedaj | Fox News |A senior military official in Iran threatened an attack on some 35 “American targets,” including “destroyers and warships” near the Persian Gulf Friday night, promising to seek revenge for the killing of Gen. Qassem Soleimani, according to a report. The latest threat against the U.S. came late Friday night from senior Revolutionary Guards commander Gen. Gholamali Abuhamzeh, a day after top Iranian military general Soleimani was wiped out by an airstrike at Baghdad International Airport. Read more of this story(Visited 185 times, 21 visits today)Commentscomments
Source:GNN Liberia
January 04, 2020 15:56 UTC
Liberia Leader Extends Olive Branch To Politicians As Liberians Enter 2020
The Liberian leader, Dr. George Manneh Weah, has extended an olive branch to all Liberians, especially those on the other side of the political divide, as the nation enters the New Year 2020. “As President of this great nation, I extend an olive branch to all political stakeholders; especially our brothers from the other side of the political sphere; to join us in forging unity, strengthening our economy, and maintaining the peace for the common good of our country,” President Weah said. He added: “By this, we can defeat disunity and chaos that have plagued our nation in our ugly past. “May this New Year bring us all great hope and give us the strength and fortitude to continue to work hard towards a better and prosperous Liberia for all. God bless you all!” the Liberian leader concludedLINA(Visited 131 times, 20 visits today)Commentscomments
Source:GNN Liberia
January 04, 2020 15:00 UTC
Liberia: Armed Security Officers Storm Popular Beach Resort, Seize CCTV Camera Over ‘Weah Step Down’ Protest – FrontPageAfrica
Tropicana Beach and Resort, owned by Semir Kaidii, a Lebanese National is located at Thinker’s Village, outside Monrovia. Sources hinted FrontPage Africa on Friday that a number of items including CCTV camera, computer, camp bags, and several dozens of ‘employees t-shirts’, were taken away by the armed security officers. One of the living rooms searched by the armed security officers. The management of Tropicana Beach and Resort distanced the entity from the COP, and other politicians or groupings in Liberia. Customers had to vacate the premises for fear of being apprehended or interrogated by the armed security officers.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 03, 2020 20:37 UTC
TunesLiberia Hosts Music Awards Next Month
Monrovia – TunesLiberia Inc has announced February 2020 as the hosting of the 3rd annual TunesLiberia Music Awards. The ceremony, according to a press release, will be an appreciation of the hard work of Liberian artistes from the preceding year. “Our artistes have worked hard during the preceding year and it is only fair we honor them,” stated Elvis Juasemai, CEO of TunesLiberia in a statement. “So, we noticed that we had a few lapses from the last event and we want to correct those mistakes. The release further stated the award will be held on February 22 at a venue to be decided upon by the company’s management.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 03, 2020 12:22 UTC