Plenary also invited several officials of the Executive including Commerce Minister Wilson Tarpeh, Youth and Sports Minister, Zeogar Wilson, Labor Minister Moses Kollie and Minister of Transport, Samuel A. Wlue. In his communication, Rep. Fofana said Prof. Tarpeh should appear and provide information regarding government’s preparedness in terms of the availability of food and other basic commodities on the Liberian market as the coronavirus spreads across the world, including Liberia. The lawmakers in session endorsed Rep. Fofana’s communication through a unanimous vote following a motion by Rep. Alex C. Grant (District #3, Grand Gedeh County). His amendment was rejected by Rep. Grant, and all of the officials were asked to appear on Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 10: am. Commercial motorcyclists are requested to wear protective masks and accommodate a passenger per ride, while tricycle should carry two passengers per ride.

Source: Front Page Africa March 20, 2020 03:31 UTC