Liberia: 'Liberia Faces Existential Health Threat'
Liberia currently faces an existential health threat due to the prevalence of substandard and expired drugs and other medicinal products across the country, the Managing Director of Liberia Medicine and Health Product Regulatory Authority (LMHRA), Luke L. Bawo, has alarmed. He highlighted a concerning reality where approximately 45% of medicines and health products in Liberia are either expired or substandard, posing a significant health threat to the population. "Liberia faces an existential health threat. "Approximately 45% of medicine or health products circulating in Liberia here are either expiring commodities or substandard," he noted. "It is our mandate to ensure the quality, safety, and efficacy of health commodities in circulation in Liberia," he said.
Source:Daily Observer
July 16, 2024 22:43 UTC
Liberia: Deputy Finance Minister Dehpu Zuo Accused of Hiring ‘Cronies’ Over Qualified Candidates for Key Positions
Despite meeting these criteria and acting in these roles efficiently for months or even years, many internal staff members have been reportedly overlooked. “An analysis was conducted at Minister Zuo’s request to determine which staff members were capable of filling the vacant positions,” said an anonymous source. This decision contradicts the directive given by then Finance Minister Kamara during a general staff meeting on June 28, 2024. “It’s demoralizing and hampers overall productivity.”Recent reports suggest that with Finance Minister Kamara’s resignation, Deputy Minister Zuo appears more determined than ever to proceed with his hiring plans. When contacted, Deputy Minister Zuo declined to comment on the matter.
Source:Front Page Africa
July 16, 2024 12:37 UTC
Liberia: Ahead of Public Hearings on GAC Audit Reports, Senator Amara Konneh Warns Government Officials Accused of Corruption and Financial Improprieties
By Obediah Johnson, [email protected]The Gbarpolu County senator observed that past and current governments have been struggling to ensure the prosecution of individuals named in these audit reports and findings released by both the GAC and the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC). He made these comments at a brief ceremony marking the launch of public hearings on audit reports released by the General Auditing Commission (GAC) held at Capitol Building in Monrovia on Monday, July 15. “The Auditor General has done an excellent job to produce these reports. He disclosed that upon receiving the reports from the Auditor General, the PAC will conduct public hearings and publish its findings within a 90 day period. It is assisted by a Secretariat which was established during the 53rd National Legislature in April 2013.
Source:Front Page Africa
July 16, 2024 12:37 UTC
GoL Gives ELWA-Junction a Facelift
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Source:Daily Observer
July 05, 2024 05:45 UTC
Liberia, World Bank Sign $30M Deal
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Source:Daily Observer
July 05, 2024 05:15 UTC
Liberia: Who's Agenda? Monitoring the Establishment of the War and Economic Crimes Court
This declaration came two decades after the Comprehensive Peace Agreement ended hostilities and 15 years following the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) process. Implications of National Government Outsourcing Funding ObligationsReliance on external financial assistance for prosecuting war crimes poses significant risks. This dependency might prioritize donor interests over local needs, skewing the justice process and sidelining critical domestic concerns. Effective prosecution of war crimes is necessary to deter future violations and demonstrate that impunity will not be tolerated. In conclusion, the credibility and neutrality of whoever heads the Liberian justice process are cardinal in seeking justice.
Source:Daily Observer
July 04, 2024 13:02 UTC
Liberia: Traffic Court Judge Zubah Accused of Violating Judicial Canon in Business Post
The latest post by Judge Zubah has raised concerns in the public space about Judges’ adherence to the rule of Law. Monrovia— FrontPageAfrica has observed that Traffic Court Judge, Karsor Zubah’s recent Facebook post, advertising a business, runs contrary to Liberia’s Judicial Canon Six. Another lawyer, also speaking on condition of anonymity, said Judge Zubah’s action was in “total disregard of the law. The lawyer stated that Judge Zubah’s action, if it goes unchecked, will be a bad precedent in the Liberian judicial system. The latest post by Judge Zubah has raised concerns in the public space about Judges’ adherence to the rule of Law.
Source:Front Page Africa
July 04, 2024 10:11 UTC
Liberia: Mines, and Energy Minister Wilmot Paye Advocates for Liberia at ECOWAS 5th Ordinary Session of Ministerial Meeting on Integrated Water Resources
Wilmot Paye, along with other West African ministers, concluded the Ministerial Meeting on Integrated Water Resources in Abuja, Nigeria. Francis Boayue, [email protected]On June 28, 2024, Minister Paye attended the 5th Ordinary Sessions of the Ministerial Monitoring Committee (MMC) of ECOWAS’ Integrated Water Resources Management. The Ministerial Monitoring Committee (MMC) originated from the West African Ministerial Conference on Integrated Water Resources Management, first held in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, in March 1998. Since its inception, the Ministerial Monitoring Committee has convened five times, with the Abuja meeting being the fifth session. Through these mechanisms, ECOWAS member states have adopted national integrated water resources management measures, including efforts through subregional bodies like the Mano River Union (MRU).
Source:Front Page Africa
July 04, 2024 10:06 UTC
Liberia: Lawmakers Ride 'Keh-Kehs' in Protest Over Lack of Vehicles
This revelation sparked frustration among lawmakers, with Speaker Koffa criticizing the disparity in funding between the House of Representatives and the Senate. Speaker Koffa expressed concern over the House's financial struggles, emphasizing the need for adequate funding to cover essential expenses and operational needs. "Astonishingly, the Commissioner General would report over-performing on revenue, yet the House of Representatives cannot receive budgeted benefits," Speaker Koffa said, expressing his outrage. Highlighting the ongoing struggles, Speaker Koffa stated, "We should not have to credit money from money changers to provide gas for our members. We should not lack the tools lawmakers need to work because the Ministry of Finance claims there is no money."
Source:Daily Observer
July 03, 2024 23:10 UTC
Lawmakers Review African Court Protocol for Possible Approval
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Source:Daily Observer
July 03, 2024 22:50 UTC
Information Minister Piah Responds to Ex-President Weah
Weah further claimed that Boakai, despite indicating he was not up to the task, was elected as President. Addressing journalists at the Ministry of Information’s regular press briefing on Tuesday, Minister Piah stated that the current government seeks to promote a culture of respect for past leaders. However, he noted that past leaders themselves must conduct themselves in a manner that commands respect. “A leader, whether past or present, is supposed to be a role model and make their voice a voice of solution,” Minister Piah stated. “President Boakai in six months did not build one kitchen.”
Source:Front Page Africa
July 03, 2024 22:12 UTC
Traffic Court Judge Zubah’s Business Post Violates Liberia’s Judicial Canon
Monrovia— FrontPageAfrica has observed that Traffic Court Judge, Karsor Zubah’s recent Facebook post, advertising a business, runs contrary to Liberia’s Judicial Canon Six. By Willie N. Tokpah, [email protected] In his Facebook post on Friday, June 28, Judge Zubah said he was selling the latest iphones. Nevertheless, he noted that Judicial Canon Six is subject to interpretation because businesses should be registered and organized in the context of the law. Regardless, the LNBA Officials said such a post is considered an informal business under the law. The latest post by Judge Zubah has raised serious concerns in the public space about Judges’ adherence to the rule of Law.
Source:Front Page Africa
July 03, 2024 21:54 UTC
House Pardons Finance Minister, Withdraws Contempt Charge
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Source:Daily Observer
July 03, 2024 18:51 UTC
Rubber Development Fund Inc. Condemns Violence at SRC
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Source:Daily Observer
June 29, 2024 01:50 UTC
Chaos Erupts in Weala
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Source:Daily Observer
June 28, 2024 04:26 UTC