Boakai Name Nimba County Senator, Jeremiah Koung As ‘2023’ Running Mate, But Others React….
The much anticipated news of the naming of the running mate of the Unity Party (UP) political leader, Joseph N. Boakai for the upcoming October 10, 2023 general and presidential elections finally became a reality when Nimba County Senator Jeremiah K. Koung was named as his running mate. He said the pick of the Nimba County Senator is intended to unite the younger generation, which continued to be marginalized by a government that cares about itself and not the emerging generation. JNB thanked Montserrado County Senator Abraham Darius Dillion for being the ‘lone voice’ of the opposition at the Legislature in flying the opposition flag. In December 2021, the United States Department of Treasury sanctioned Nimba County Senator Prince Y. Johnson for what they term his involvement in corruption activities in Liberia. Observers view Costa’s comments as another show of displeasure to see a Koung pick over the rest of them that ‘ cook the food, yet cannot eat it’.
Source:GNN Liberia
April 29, 2023 09:45 UTC
Dutch court bans sperm donor who fathered at least 550 children
Associated PressThe court noted that under Dutch guidelines, sperm donors are allowed to produce a maximum of 25 children with 12 mothers. By Associated PressA Dutch court on Friday banned a man from donating any more of his sperm after he fathered at least 550 children in the Netherlands and other countries and misled prospective parents about the number of offspring he helped to conceive. A judge at The Hague District Court ordered the halt in an injunction brought by the mother of a child conceived with the donor’s sperm and a foundation representing other parents. The court noted that under Dutch guidelines, sperm donors are allowed to produce a maximum of 25 children with 12 mothers and that the donor lied to prospective parents about his donation history. The donor’s lawyer said in a court hearing that he wanted to help parents who would otherwise be unable to conceive.
Source:GNN Liberia
April 29, 2023 08:53 UTC
Liberia: Sen. Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence, Benoni Urey to Boycott Boakai’s Vice Standard Bearer Unveiling
She stated: “Upon conclusion of our brief meeting with Ambassador Boakai, we convened a meeting of the executive leadership of the Liberty Party to inform the leadership of our conversation with Ambassador Boakai. The All Liberian Party will boycott that Nonsense tomorrow. The sanctions were imposed due to allegations that Senator Johnson was involved in “pay-for-play” schemes, where he purportedly obtained significant sums of money from government ministries and organizations for his own gain. Johnson had previously endorsed Koung, which helped him secure a position in the House of Representatives and later the Liberian Senate. During a recent press conference, Senator Johnson stated that he wants to see Nimba County produce the Vice President as a gateway to the highest office, and that he will be naming Rescue 2 from Nimba County, which he sees as a blessing.
Source:Front Page Africa
April 29, 2023 02:50 UTC
Liberia: UP Boakai Names Senator Koung as Running Mate
Liberia's former Vice President and Standard Bearer of the opposition Unity Party, Ambassador Joseph N. Boakai has named Nimba County Senator and Political Leader of the Movement for Reconstruction and Democracy Jeremiah Koung as his running mate in October 10 polls. "In my search for a running mate, I sought to find someone who would join me as a partner and build a dedicated team of leaders to rescue our country. Boakai said "let me assure you that the person I did not look for is a SINLESS ANGEL. Grand Bassa County Senator and Political Leader of Liberty Party, Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence, All Liberian Party political leader Benino W. Urey and a critic of the George M. Weah-led Government and head of Council of Patriots that hosted the June 7 protest, Henry P. Costa did not show up at the naming program. Senator Prince Y. Johnson along with some of his party officials, Movement for Reconstruction and Democratic (MDR) and partisans attended the program.
Source:Daily Observer
April 28, 2023 18:16 UTC
Liberia: In BBC Interview, U.S. Amb. Michael McCarthy Challenges Liberians to Take A Decision against Corruption
Ambassador to Liberia, Michael McCarthy, has told the BBC Focus on Africa that he hopes his recent statement on the shortcomings of accountability in Liberia and the vivid neglect of rural Liberians would encourage the population to make a strong decision against corruption in the country. McCarthy maintained that corruption in Liberia dates 200 years back and it is not the making of any one political party or one administration. It is absolutely pervasive and there has to be a decision by the people of Liberia that corruption is not going to be our way of doing business anymore. In his recent statement, the U.S. As a result, the United States feels a special responsibility towards Liberia, leading it to become the largest donor country to Liberia.
Source:Front Page Africa
April 28, 2023 17:18 UTC
Liberia: Presidential Aspirant Tiawan Gongloe Blasts Heads of Liberian Legislature for Making Huge Salaries than U.S. Counterparts
Tiawan Gongloe has described as scandalous the appropriation of hefty salaries by Liberian Legislature while the people they represent live in abject poverty. Gongloe said it is shameful that the annual salaries of the heads of the Liberian Legislature – the Speaker and President Pro Tempore are by far higher than their United States counterparts. The Liberian dollars they are dumping is not being paired with any US dollars, because we are an exporting country. There will be so much Liberian dollars on the market chasing the US dollars, which mean the exchange rate will be high. Because people want Liberian dollars to import good and they might increase the price.
Source:Front Page Africa
April 28, 2023 13:42 UTC
Liberia: Simulating Boakai’s Running Mate Selection:
Parade watchers lined up along the streets would shout at us in a demeaning manner, “Pupu platoon, pupu platoon “. Uncle Joe Boakai’s SaintsFinally, on Friday, April 28, Joe Boakai’s Saints will go marching in to give their “eyes right”. Alexander B. Cumming’s A-PlatoonFrom the A - Platoons Alexander B. Cummings (ABC) will approach the eyes right line rather reluctant to give his eyes right salute. Jeremiah Koung will therefore approach the eyes right with confidence and assurance because the Nimba Godfather is in his corner. The aristocratic platoons will offer the usual royalty but the pupu platoons will only offer the regular flavor.
Source:Daily Observer
April 28, 2023 12:31 UTC
Clarence Moniba Considers Making Liberia a Crypto-Friendly Nation: A Vision for Economic Growth
Moniba’s Plan for Creating a Crypto-Friendly EnvironmentTo create a crypto-friendly environment, Moniba aims to regulate the crypto industry in Liberia. Benefits of a Crypto-Friendly LiberiaA crypto-friendly Liberia could bring significant economic benefits to the country. Furthermore, a supportive regulatory environment for the crypto industry could attract investment and innovation to Liberia. ConclusionClarence Moniba’s vision for making Liberia a crypto-friendly nation could bring significant economic benefits to the country. With Moniba’s leadership, Liberia has the potential to become a hub for crypto growth and development in West Africa.
Source:Front Page Africa
April 27, 2023 23:00 UTC
Clinical and Research Laboratory Scientists converge on Abuja to Discuss Improving Diagnostics in the Region
This year’s conference will focus on the major diseases that are affecting the region—diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases. Medical doctors, laboratory technicians and other scientists are gathering in Abuja this week to talk about ways to improve the quality of laboratory management in the region. The ninth annual CelebrateLab® West Africa will run from April 26 to 28 at the Shehu Musa Yar’adua Center. This year’s conference will focus on the major diseases that are affecting the region—diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases. The goal is to continue providing education to medical and research laboratory professionals, network, and share best practices across the region.
Source:Daily Observer
April 27, 2023 21:43 UTC
Liberian Government Responds To Us Ambassador’s Concerns Over Rural Health And Education Centers
Ambassador Michael McCarthy regarding the state of some health and education centers in the rural parts of the country. In a press release issued on April 26, the government acknowledged the concerns but noted that the narrative as expressed by Ambassador McCarthy was inaccurate. The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning and the Ministry of Health provided data as proof of Cash Disbursement to Health Facilities Nationwide For Year Ended FY2022 to correct the assertions made in the Ambassador’s statement that no funding was reaching healthcare centers. The top 10 receivers accounted for about $3.8 million or 59 percent of the total $7.2 million disbursed to the 70 plus health facilities across Liberia. The Liberian government remains dedicated to investing in critical health infrastructure across the country as it builds clinics and hospitals while also prioritizing human capital development.
Source:Front Page Africa
April 27, 2023 21:04 UTC
Clarence Moniba: The Visionary and Promising Candidate for Liberia’s Presidency
Moniba’s background and achievementsBorn and raised in Liberia, Moniba began his career as a construction and infrastructure specialist. Moniba’s vision and plans for Liberia’s economy and educationMoniba’s plans for Liberia are centered around creating an enabling environment for the establishment of new businesses, promoting startups, and improving Liberia’s infrastructure. Moniba’s candidacy and support in LiberiaMoniba’s candidacy has already generated widespread support among Liberians who see him as a promising candidate for the presidency. His experience as a successful entrepreneur and his dedication to improving Liberia’s economy and education make him a strong candidate for president. ConclusionIn conclusion, Clarence Moniba’s candidacy for the presidency of Liberia is generating excitement and support in the country.
Source:Daily Observer
April 27, 2023 10:01 UTC
Liberia: “U.S. Ambassador’s Narrative Inaccurate”
“I [am] startled and deeply troubled to encounter multiple county hospitals that received not one penny of what they were promised in the 2022 budget,” the ambassador said. However, McCarthy’s assertion, according to the Weah administration, is inaccurate, as funding for public health facilities has been disbursed as appropriated in the 2022 budget. Under FY2022, about US$7.2 million was disbursed to more than 70 hospitals, clinics health centers across Liberia. The new hospital that McCarthy is indirectly referring to is the state-of-the-art Emirates Hospital in Gbarpolu County, one of the poorest counties in Liberia. “Only a small fraction of Government-to-Government support, which is disbursed only after proof of performance, goes to the government.
Source:Daily Observer
April 27, 2023 09:15 UTC
Liberia: Boakai To Announce Jeremiah Koung as Running Mate Leaving Key Political Allies Disappointed
Monrovia – Joseph Boakai, the standard-bearer for the Unity Party, is set to announce his running mate on Friday. Jeremiah Koung has taken over as the political leader of the Movement for Democratic Reconstruction (MDR), a political party that was founded by Senator Prince Johnson. In a recent press conference, Sen. Johnson said, “Now I am growing older and the older you grow the closer you are to your heavenly home. I want to see Nimba producing the Vice President as a gateway to the highest office. FrontPageAfrica has learned that Senator Karnga-Lawrence, who stood by Vice President Boakai during the political disagreements within the Collaboration Political Parties (CPP), is reportedly disappointed with Boakai’s decision to select Koung over her.
Source:Front Page Africa
April 27, 2023 08:18 UTC
Liberia: Head of European Union Mission Laurent Delahousse Warns Political Parties, Aspirants to Desist from Trucking
MONROVIA – The head of the European Union Mission to Liberia, Laurent Delahousse, has cautioned Liberian politicians to stop trucking and abide by the regulations of Liberia’s National Elections Commission (NEC) leading to the crucial Presidential and Legislative Elections in October. As Liberia goes to the polls in October, he said if invited by the Government of Liberia and by the Elections Commission, some countries of the international community will send elections observers. “We have full trust in the National Elections Commission. We call on political parties and the National Elections Commission to be very clear on the implementation of the election regulations. However, as Phase Two of the BVR exercise kickoff, there are reports that political aspirants are again trucking.
Source:Front Page Africa
April 27, 2023 08:09 UTC
Liberia: House Speaker Warns Against Voter Trucking
Speaker Bhofal Chambers has warned against voters trucking during the ongoing biometric voter registration exercise across the country. The speaker added that voter trucking undermines development, which is driven by population. “Politicians who are in the habit of trucking voters are only doing that to get power; they are not in the interest of the people,” he said. The undemocratic practice of said voter trucking, he noted, only imposes leaders who aren’t the choice of the residents of the county they have been trucked to. It can be recalled that during the 2017 general and presidential elections, Speaker Chambers won with 7,858 votes, which constituted 57.3%.
Source:Daily Observer
April 27, 2023 06:29 UTC