Curtailing the Criminal Use of Shell Companies in Liberia
The pervasive use of shell companies, front companies, nominees, or other means to conceal the true beneficial owners of assets are contributors to illicit financing activities. While shell companies are used for legal purposes, there has been a pervasive use of shell companies for criminal activities in Liberia for an exceptionally long time, as the NCA’s May 19, 2020 article reveals. Some of the criminal uses of shell companies in Liberia include, but not limited to, the following: 1) Foreigners residing outside of Liberia set up shell companies in Liberia to channel millions of dollars through Liberia to finance terrorist activities in other countries. 2) Foreigners residing outside of Liberia set up shell companies in Liberia to channel millions of dollars of illegally acquired funds through Liberia to other destinations. Measures that could reduce and deter the criminal use of shell companies in Liberia include, but not limited to the following: a) Comprehensive investigation over the use of shell companies.
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June 25, 2020 22:07 UTC
Liberia: Six ‘Public Order Violators’ Arrested After Violent Spree, Traffic Disruption
The Liberia National Police has vowed to arrest other perpetrators of this senseless violence and forward them to court.”We want to urge all those linked to peacefully submit themselves to the police, they know themselves. The arrest of the six comes just moments after the security apparatus called in the Chief Executive Officer for Orange Liberia, Mr. Mamadou Coulibaly in for questioning in connection with the early morning violence. Those orchestrating and engaging in such acts will meet the full force of the country’s justice system,” the government said Thursday. Thursday’s incident comes just days after the Supreme Court Associate Justice Jamesetta Howard Wolokollie declined to grant Orange Liberia a Writ of Prohibition on the surcharge on voice call and mobile data bundle. That decision was followed by the suspension of the head of the regulatory authority, the Liberia Telecommunications Authority, Mr. Ivan Brown.
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June 25, 2020 15:56 UTC
Liberia: Orange CEO Mamadou Coulibaly Called in for Questioning After Tire-Burning Violence
Chief Executive Officer for Orange Liberia, Mr. Mamadou Coulibaly is currently assisting Liberia’s security apparatus with investigation into Thursday morning violence in the city. Monrovia – The Chief Executive Officer for Orange Liberia, Mr. Mamadou Coulibaly has reportedly been invited to the Liberia’s security apparatus in connection with an early morning violent that damaged property and disrupted free movement on the Tubman Boulevard and the Old Road Community. Contacted Thursday, Information Minister Lenn Eugene Nagbe confirmed to FrontPageAfrica that Mr. Coulibaly is aiding the investigation. “Yes, I can confirm the the CEO of Orange, Mamadou Coulibaly has been invited along with his lawyer by the security apparatus to assist in the the investigation,” Minister Nagbe said. “The government recognizes that Free expression and freedom to engage in political activities are guaranteed under the law, but violence will not be tolerated.
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June 25, 2020 14:37 UTC
Youth Action International Begins Distribution Of Shoes To 5,000 Girls Across Liberia
The first batch of 1,000 pairs of shoes were donated to 10 organizations working directly with girls. MONROVIA – The Executive Director of the US-based non-governmental organization called Youth Action International Dr. Kimmie Weeks has announced that his organization has begun the distribution of 5,000 pairs of brand-new shoes to girls across the country. The first batch of 1,000 pairs of shoes were donated to 10 organizations working directly with girls. “We bless God for this wonderful partnership,” Mrs. Lingstone posted on social media along with photos of the distribution of shoes to 175 girls. Weeks noted that while some of the shoes were being distributed to urban Montserrado, a vast majority would distributed to rural Montserrado and rural Liberia.
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June 25, 2020 13:18 UTC
Liberia: Civil Society Organizations Submit Shadow Budget Operation Paper to Govt.
MONROVIA – Several Civil Society Organizations have presented to the Ministry of Finance a “Shadow” Budget Option Paper. The first development policy analyzed is the next five-year National Development Plan, the Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development (PAPD) 2018-2023. The second development policy analyzed is the 5-Year Education Sector Plan, Getting to Best Education Sector Plan 2017-2021. The Education Sector Plan set an ambitious commitment for Liberia and defined key strategic goals to achieve over the five-year period. The last development policy analyzed is the 7-year Health Sector Plan, Investment Plan for Building a Resilient Health System in Liberia 2015-2021.
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June 25, 2020 10:52 UTC
Liberia: ‘The CPP Must Remain United’ – Benoni Urey Urges
We must stay together to ensure that this CPP works, that we can put up a united front to defeat this government,” he said. Also speaking during the celebration, Bomi County Senator Sando Johnson said he is confident that CPP would dethrone CDC government in 2023. The Bomi County Lawmaker added that he would work hard to bring CPP to power because of the structure that has been put in place. For his part, Montserrado County Abraham Darius Dillon said, they as opposition, will vote as a block to defeat the CDC. He further said the CPP will mobilize in the 15 counties to have their presence before the next election.
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June 25, 2020 10:30 UTC
Liberia: Justice Ministry Ordered to Arrest, Prosecute Those Responsible for Thursday Morning’s Fire Blockade on Tubman Blvd.
In a press statement, the Liberian government stated that though it encourages freedom of expression, it would not condone individuals who attempt to disrupt the peace of the countryMONROVIA – The Government of Liberia sternly warns that it will not tolerate acts of violence and lawlessness on the part of any group of people that seek to disrupt the country’s hard-earned peace. The caution comes in the wake of violent activities that damaged property and disrupted free movement on the Tubman Boulevard and the Old Road Community on Thursday morning, June 25, 2020, by some members of the self-styled Council of Patriots group. Justice Minister Frank Musah Dean, Jr. has been ordered to ensure that ALL perpetrators and their masterminds are arrested in order to face the full weight of the law. The government recognizes that free expression and freedom to engage in political activities are guaranteed under the law, but violence will not be tolerated. Those orchestrating and engaging in such acts will meet the full force of the country’s justice system.
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June 25, 2020 09:56 UTC
Liberia Experiences Spike in COVID-19 Cases As the Country Prepares to Reopen Its International Airport
Barely a week before Liberia reopens its airport, the numbers appear to be on the rise. Monrovia – For weeks now, many have been quietly concerned that Liberia had been under-reporting the number of COVID-19 cases. Because of your in-house fight, the number of cases are increasing on a daily basis. Why the numbers are risingThis week, NPHIL staffers report that Liberia has clocked 100 days of active response and 100 days. In the days that followed, Liberia witnessed a slowdown in infections with many hopeful that the three cases were the only ones.
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June 25, 2020 07:52 UTC
Liberia: MOH, NPHIL Fight COVID-19, Not Yourselves
SENATOR JOSEPH, an ardent supporter of the ruling Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), on Tuesday posted to Facebook, “MOH vs NPHIL! Because of your in-house fight, the number of cases is increasing on a daily basis. You will be called upon to answer those questions.”THE SENATOR did not provide any detail on the cause of the fight between the two government entities which are at the forefront of the fight against COVID-19. NPHIL and MOH cannot be subscribing to the politics unfolding while the country retrogresses on the progress made in the fight against coronavirus. It is high time they perform their primary duties as health experts and the lead the way in this fight irrespective of the side attractions.
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June 25, 2020 07:41 UTC
Liberia: CDC’s Isaac Vah Tukpah Going Solo in Upcoming Senatorial Election
ISAAC VAH TUKPAH: “Montserrado needs a senator who will advocate for its basic needs(healthcare, education, sanitation, security, etc. Part of the reason some say has been a lingering bad blood between he and President Weah. “I have no bad blood toward President Weah, but I do not know what is in his heart toward me. If the government can do a 180-degree turn and start to deliver for the people, I will be the first to praise the government and President Weah. “The people of Montserrado County can expect a transparent servant leader with high integrity, trust, loyalty, and tireless forward-moving agendas.
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June 25, 2020 07:41 UTC
Liberia: Slain NPFL ‘General’ Had Claim for Refugee Status Dismissed by Canadian Government
William Bill Horace sought declaratory relief and a mandamus compelling the Respondent to grant permanent residence status in Canada to the Applicant. Male, Black, 6 feet tall, thin build, wearing a black hospital-style mask, grey sweat pants and a hooded sweatshirt. Male, Black, wearing a black hospital-style mask and a hooded sweatshirt with a red strip down the arm. Male, Black, wearing a black hospital-style mask and a hooded sweatshirt. Male, Black, very light complexion, short with a thin build, short braids and grey sweatpants.
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June 25, 2020 07:30 UTC
Liberia: ‘I’m A CDCian With A Different Vision’ – Jemima Wolokollie Speaks on Senate Ambition
On Sunday, Madam Wolokollie announced her intention to join the Montserrado County Senatorial seat comes December 2020 on the ticket of the CDC. Her announcement comes at the time the ruling party is exploring potential candidates to take on incumbent Senator Darius Dillon. Already, those that reportedly being considered are Montserrado County District No. 8, Montserrado), Assistant Gender Minister Mamensie Kabba, former Deputy Internal Affairs Minister Paulita Wie, who ran against Dillon last August, Rep. Munah Pelham Youngblood (Montserrado County, District No. People in Liberia are known for not correcting the wrongs, so when something happened they will say just leave it.
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June 25, 2020 07:26 UTC
Liberia: Boy, 13, Suffering Severe Health Complication Cries for Treatment Abroad
Paynesville – Thirteen-year-old Vargah Flomo is living with a complicated health problem. His mother, Massa Kamara, recalled that he was immediately rushed at the JFK Hospital by people on the scene. The surgery at the MSF Hospital showed some greenlight, but doctors there were unable to make him urinate freely. But Flomo’s parents do not have the means of taking him out of Liberia for treatment and are calling from assistance from goodwill individuals in and out of Liberia. Editor Note: Ms. Kamara can be contacted on 0888 273 438 or 0555 899 486 to provide any help for little Flomo.
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June 25, 2020 07:18 UTC
Liberia: ‘Tamba, The Mayonnaise’ Latest from Ruling CDC to Declare Montserrado Senate Run
Now he says, he setting his sights on a shot at the Senate, adding to a rising number of potential contenders looking to challenge the incumbent, Abraham Darius Dillon(Liberty Party, Montserrado County). Last month, some of the party’s youths urged Sheriff to consider contesting the forthcoming mid-term Senatorial Election for Montserrado County. Sheriff told FrontPageAfrica Wednesday that he is preparing and galvanizing youths within the party for a strong run. My Tamba is a Mayonnaise, not a butter, but then understand that, Mayonnaise is sour more than butter. With so many members of the ruling party eyeing the Senate, political watchers say, the party risk splitting votes in its attempt to regain control of Montserrado County.
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June 25, 2020 07:07 UTC
Liberia: Samaritan’s Purse Donates US$45K Assorted Anti-Covid-19 Materials to Health Ministry
Above: Ms. Joni Byker, Samaritan’s Purse Country Director hands over list of 92 items to Health Minister Dr. Wilhelmina Jallah as Deputy Health Minister Francis Kateh looks on; Below: A view of the 92 items donated by Samaritan’s Purse to Liberia government’s Covid-19 fightMonrovia – The international NGO, Samaritan’s Purse (SP), has donated to the Ministry of Health, an assortment of anti-Coronavirus materials, which are valued over US$45,000. Ms. Byker disclosed that their efforts are mainly concentrated in the nation’s Southeast region, including Maryland, River Gee and Grand Kru Counties, where they provide airlifting services of samples that are brought down to Monrovia for testing when it is necessary. We are donating these materials to be an encouragement to them and their response in this country,” Ms. Byker stated. There are two religious leaders who passed by this man, they don’t helped him; they actually avoided him and continued moving on. She urged everyone to do all to fight the spread of Covid-19 in Liberia.
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June 25, 2020 07:07 UTC