Liberia: Cummings Promises to Waive His Salary When He Becomes President
Liberia: Cummings Promises to Waive His Salary When He Becomes PresidentMonrovia – Alexander B. Cummings, the Standard Bearer, has promised to donate his entire salary when he becomes President on October 10, 2023. Mr. Cummings made this statement following President George Weah’s pledge to reduce his salary by 25 percent five years ago. Now that Mr. Cummings is vying to succeed President Weah, his promise of a salary waiver seems ambitious to many. Speaking on the last day of his weeklong tour in the southeastern part of Liberia, the CPP leader did not mention where he will donate his salary. “I don’t even know the salary of the President, but whatever that salary is, I will donate it.
Source:Front Page Africa
June 27, 2023 12:54 UTC
Liberia: Zogos Demonstrate against Chief Justice for Demolishing Vocational and Rehabilitation Center
He attributed the demolition to Liberia’s Chief Justice, Her Honor Sie-A-Nyene Yuoh, and Clarence Momolu, who allegedly sold the land. During the recent incident, the Chief Justice cannot deny her presence because we saw her accompanied by armed personnel. Despite attempts to reach the Chief Justice for comment, Chief Justice Press Officer Darryl Ambrose Nmah, speaking on KM TV during the demolition process, stated that Chief Justice Yuoh suggested dissatisfied parties seek legal recourse since no one is above the law. Knight explained that he had sold the land to Chief Justice Sie-A-Nyene Yuoh, who intended to purchase it for her daughter. An anonymous lawyer consulted regarding taking the Chief Justice to court expressed reservations, citing the difficulty of the case due to its gravity.
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June 27, 2023 12:35 UTC
Miss Earth Liberia Crown Queen Vows to Lead the Fight Against Plastic Pollution
MONROVIA – Salafana Scott, the recently crowned Queen of Miss Earth Liberia, is determined to draw attention to the escalating issue of plastic pollution that is wreaking havoc on the country. SDG Goal 14 specifically targets the reduction of marine pollution, including plastic pollution. The global plastic pollution crisis has reached a critical point, and Liberia is not exempt from its detrimental effects. In Liberia, plastic bags are used by nearly all households, and over half of these bags are carelessly discarded after use. Studies have linked plastic pollution to cancer, endocrine disruption, and other health issues in humans.
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June 26, 2023 20:38 UTC
Politicians Passing Through Ivory Coast to Re-enter Liberia’s Southeastern Region
As a result, most politicians who brave the adverse conditions to reach the Southeastern part of Liberia opt to pass through Ivory Coast. In contrast, CPP’s Cummings, with the assistance of Ivorian security officers, successfully passed through Ivory Coast to enter Maryland County. Tiawon Gongloe Expresses Disapproval of Politicians Utilizing Ivory Coast to Reach Southeastern LiberiaContrary to Cummings’ perspective, Cllr. Tiawon Gongloe, the Standard Bearer of the Liberian People’s Party (LPP), expressed his disapproval of politicians who pass through Ivory Coast to reach the Southeastern part of Liberia. As a presidential candidate, I refuse to pass through Ivory Coast or any neighboring country to reach any part of Liberia.
Source:Front Page Africa
June 26, 2023 11:13 UTC
Liberia: Former Nimba Senator Wants War Crime Court Established; Says It’s Time for PYJ to be Retired – FrontPageAfrica
Senator Grupee said as a politician he finds it compelling to be a part of the decision that will see Liberia under the umbrella of peace and stability for the next six years. While expressing the need for the sitting Nimba County Senator Prince Y. Johnson to be politically retired having exhausted his political relevance, the Nimba former senator has also underscored the need for the establishment and enforcement of the war crime court in Liberia at this time. Senator Grupee said he could not make this recommendation at the time when he was serving as senator because according to him, ” the time was not suitable from where I found myself”. Meanwhile, a representative candidate on the CDC ticket for District #5 Nimba County, Dr. Peter Weato has described Senator Grupee as “BIG FISH’ meaning an important political trump card when it comes to both Nimba and national politics. He said Senator Grupee remains the title bearer as a man of the people, a man with marked integrity whose decision is pivotal to the growth and development of Nimba County.
Source:Front Page Africa
June 26, 2023 09:12 UTC
Liberia: Sierra Leone Election Day Unfolds Smoothly, But With Glitches
Sierra Leonans has turned out to vote in a mostly calm and peaceful atmosphere, amid delays and unstamped ballot papers. Citizens interviewed at some polling centers complained about the slow pace of the voting process, which they claimed should have started at 7am, but began at 10am. "Since 5am we came here but we noticed that ballot boxes were not available," said Sheik Umar, All People's Congress (APC), party agent at the Moa Whaif, Open Space voting center. So far there have not been any incidents of violence reported, but commercial centers are closed. Some complain that their names, and pictures have not been found to allow them to vote.
Source:Daily Observer
June 24, 2023 22:41 UTC
Sierra Leone election: Tense poll Amid Economic Crisis
Thousands of Sierra Leoneans will assemble at numerous polling places today to choose a new presidential candidate, mayors, counselors, and parliamentarians. Ethnicity and geographic location have historically played a significant role in determining who wins elections in Sierra Leone. However, the Sierra Leonean Electoral Commission refuted the allegations and stated that it is prepared to hold free and fair elections. In Freetown, the two main political parties, SLPP and APC, are identified by their colors, Green and Red, respectively. The political environment in the nation is already humming with activity and anticipation in the last days of campaigning.
Source:Daily Observer
June 24, 2023 11:02 UTC
Kush: The New Killer Drug in Liberia
Johnny enumerates the various types of kush available, mentioning the dripping Kush, Sparkling Kush, and Tension Kush. “We don’t sell tension Kush here on our block because it can cause someone to strip naked and run mad on the street,” he added. “That guy has been using drugs for more than fifteen years, and when he added tension kush on top of it, he went mad. When asked why kush is fatal for some while they remain unaffected, Johnny replied, “Kush is not the killer. When people fall sick and die, others blame it on kush, but people were dying on the streets before kush arrived.
Source:Front Page Africa
June 23, 2023 16:03 UTC
International Community Expresses Concerns over Violence in Sierra Leone ahead of Saturday’s Polls
FREETOWN, Sierra Leone – With just a day to Sierra Leone’s general elections, the diplomatic community has called on all sides to exercise restraint and refrain from violence. As representatives of the international community, we stand together as firm friends of Sierra Leone’s people. At the invitation of the Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone, the deployment of national and international observer missions is now underway. A total of 3,374,258 million Sierra Leoneans are expected to vote on Saturday, according to the Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL). Also, with neighboring Liberia poised to go to the polls later in October this year, analysts say a peaceful vote is of greater importance.
Source:Front Page Africa
June 23, 2023 15:22 UTC
Liberia: Justice Minister Apologizes for ‘Contemptuous Comments’ Against Judiciary
The Minister of Justice, Cllr. Frank Musah Dean, has issued an apology to Judge Blamo Dixon of Criminal Court ‘C’ and the Supreme Court for a “controversial remark” he made in the aftermath of the US$100M cocaine verdict. What more can the joint security and justice ministries do to convince the court that the law was broken,” the minister wondered. However, the Minister was widely criticized for his outburst against the judiciary, and the Supreme Court subsequently cited him to explain his statement. It was his first remark on the case since the Minister of Justice described the acquittal of the four alleged high-profile drug smugglers as “appalling.
Source:Daily Observer
June 22, 2023 20:42 UTC
Liberia: Govt Bans 'Para Clear' Children's Paracetamol Syrup
.... Says it doesn't meet required standards; warns against sale of substandard medicinesThe government has banned the importation of Para Clear, a children's paracetamol syrup made by a manufacturer based in Ahmedabad, India, after the product failed local and external laboratory tests. The LMHRA, the government's arm that regulates pharmaceutical products in the country, said testing showed that Para Clear contained toxic ethylene glycol, making it harmful to the health of its consumers. In April, the World Health Organization also found tainted syrup in the Pacific island nations of Marshall Islands and Micronesia produced by an Indian drugmaker. "An investigation conducted by the World Health Organization revealed that the Para Clear medical product poses serious threats to the lives of children, similar to the Gambian scenario," she said. A third-party testing of products must be conducted in World Health Organization (WHO) prequalified or ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories.
Source:Daily Observer
June 22, 2023 19:03 UTC
Liberia: Presidential Hopeful Cllr. Tiawon Gongloe Denies Meeting CPP for Merger
Monrovia – The Standard Bearer of the Liberia People Party, Cllr. Tiawon Gongloe, has denied media reports suggesting that his party is engaged in merger talks with the Collaborating Political Parties (CPP). During the meeting, it was reported that the CPP was in the process of finalizing an agreement with the Liberian People’s Party (LPP) to establish a merger. It was also intended to foster collaboration during a potential run-off presidential election. Gongloe clarified on Wednesday that his meeting with the CPP was focused on preventing irregularities in the election process.
Source:Front Page Africa
June 22, 2023 15:43 UTC
Liberian Tech-Company My Watchman Wins Founder of the Year 2023 in West Africa Region of Global Startup Awards
MONROVIA — The Founder and Chief Executive Officer of My Watchman™, Mr. Oliver Wleh Klark, Jr, in a conversation with FrontPage-Africa about the award. By Francis G. BoayueMONROVIA- My Watchman™, a social impact solution providing 24/7 access to critical emergency response services (security, medical, sexual gender-based violence, fire) in Liberia, has gained global recognition as 2023 winner, Founder of the Year, West Africa Region, at the Global Startup Awards. The Global Startup Awards (GSA) is the largest independent startup ecosystem competition which is already present in over 120 countries (divided into 12 regions), on 3 continents, and growing fast. The voting process start June 26 to July 28.”“A BIG THANK YOU to everyone who voted for us and continue to support us. My Watchman CEO, however, disclosed plans for expansion of My Watchman globally.
Source:Front Page Africa
June 22, 2023 14:26 UTC
Liberia: Liberian Scientist Helps Ailing Retired Teacher
A Liberian scientist has presented the amount of L$25,000 to a retired government teacher. Teacher James Singbe recently craved death due to an unpaid benefit from his former employer. Dr. Jallah Kennedy, a Liberian based in the USA, reached out to Singbe (retired) over the weekend through his representative in the country, Wilfred O. Tailweryah. He had earlier expressed frustration, and therefore wanted to die to end his nightmare due to an unpaid pension benefit. NASSCORP wrote: “We wish to inform you that after scrutinizing all relevant documents submitted by your former employer(s), your claim has been accepted and processed as a Retirement Pension.
Source:Daily Observer
June 22, 2023 09:47 UTC
Liberia: Arrested Former Chief Justice Files Writ of Habeas Corpus
A former Chief Justice of Liberia, Cllr. Gloria Musu Scott, has filed a writ of habeas corpus at the Criminal Court C after being accused by the Liberia National Police of ‘murdering’ her niece, Charloe Musu, whose death was reported as an armed robbery attack. The reported charges against the former Chief Justice are grave with murder being a non-billable offense. They are Rebecca Wisner, Scott's aunt, Gertrude Newton, and Alice Johnson — all of whom were at home with the former Chief Justice when Charloe was killed. Meanwhile, Nyowo Scott, the son of the former Chief Justice, has questioned the police decision to charge his mother with murder.
Source:Daily Observer
June 21, 2023 16:47 UTC