Boakai Accepts Resignations of Modad, LDEA Boss
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Source:Daily Observer
October 11, 2024 16:22 UTC
Liberia: President Boakai Criticizes Former Commerce Minister Modad’s Luxury Vehicle Purchase Amid Country’s Economic Challenges
Monrovia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has condemned former Commerce Minister Amin Modad’s decision to purchase a luxury vehicle, calling it insensitive to Liberia’s ongoing economic difficulties. His resignation followed President Boakai’s refusal to meet with him after returning from the United Nations General Assembly, reportedly due to displeasure over the vehicle controversy. The Executive Mansion confirmed receiving Modad’s resignation letter, which cited the vehicle procurement exceeding the government’s budget for ministerial transportation. In a statement, the President accepted Modad’s resignation and expressed disappointment over the decision to acquire such an expensive vehicle at a time when the country faces economic hardships. In the interim, President Boakai has appointed Deputy Minister for Administration Scholastica Tanneh Nyenkan-Nimely to act as Commerce Minister until a permanent replacement is named.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 11, 2024 10:08 UTC
Liberia: Top Liberian Entrepreneur Leelai Kpukuyou Appeals for Commerce Minister Post In Letter to President Boakai After Modad’s Resignation
By Selma Lomax [email protected]In her latest Facebook post, Madam Kpukuyou, who hails from Totota in Salala District, noted that her quest is driven by an unavoidable passion to serve her country. Madam Kpukuyou said though her quest might seem too early, desperate or unconventional to many, given the circumstances, but also clarified that it was never wrong for one to step forward to serve. Madam Kpukuyou is, meanwhile, calling on her friends, families and loved ones – particularly women to step to the fore to support her bid. In an exhibition of her seriousness, Madam Kpukuyou has officially written to President Joseph Boakai expressing her interest in the position. When nominated and confirmed as Commerce Minister, Madam Kpukuyou assured the President in her letter that intents to also collaborate with the National Investment Commission to review potential investment opportunities, assess existing investments, and address any challenges hindering their progress.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 11, 2024 09:01 UTC
Liberia: New Twist in Tweah's U.S.$8m Bond Case
However, the judge informed the parties that he had declined to hear the bond argument case. Interestingly, and knowing that the August Term would close on September 30 Dixon, on September 25, approved the Tweah's bond. "In other words, the Case is not on the Docket for the August Term of Court, A. D. 2024," Dixon clarified his action. "Therefore, the Case is not docketed for the August Term of Court, A. D. 2024," Dixon emphasized. In conclusion, the Clerk of Court is hereby ordered to have the said Case docketed for the November Term of Court, A. D. 2024.
Source:Daily Observer
October 10, 2024 19:01 UTC
Liberia: Former Commerce Minister Modad Resigns Feeling Disrespected After Being Snubbed by President Boakai Amid Luxury Car Controversy
Monrovia – Amin Modad, the embattled Minister of Commerce, has resigned, becoming the first cabinet member of the Boakai-Koung administration to do so. Sources indicate that the President was displeased with Modad over the controversy surrounding the purchase of a luxury vehicle. In his resignation letter, Modad stated that he was resigning to protect both his integrity and that of the administration. In September 2020, Modad was elected chairman of the Unity Party (then in opposition), defeating veteran politician Sen. Conmany Wesseh and others. A leaked chat from a senior Unity Party executive forum revealed Modad’s grievances, but he received little sympathy.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 10, 2024 17:25 UTC
Liberia: Police Deploy at Justice Ministry as Former EPS Agents Demand Retirement Benefits
Monrovia – The Liberia National Police have deployed riot officers at the Ministry of Justice following the gathering of former agents of the Executive Protection Service (EPS), who are demanding their retirement benefits. Webster Clayeh (0886729972) – [email protected]On Thursday morning, the former agents assembled outside the Ministry, pressing for the payment of benefits owed to them. Some agents, speaking on condition of anonymity, informed FrontPage Africa that a Ministry of Justice official told them Justice Minister Cllr. According to the official, Minister Tweh intends to address their concerns once he concludes the meeting. One of the agents told FPA: “The police are not our issue.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 10, 2024 15:10 UTC
Audit Reveals Financial Irregularities at NDMA
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Source:Daily Observer
October 09, 2024 16:40 UTC
Liberia: FAO, Legislators, Brainstorm to Promote Responsible Investment in Agriculture and Food Systems in Liberia
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has begun to brainstorm to ensure the promotion of Responsible Agricultural Investment (RAI) and sustainable food systems among Liberia's lawmakers. The gathering was intended to enhance the legislative branch's understanding of responsible agricultural investments and their critical role in Liberia's sustainable development. The FAO emphasizes that responsible investment in agriculture should align with the Committee on World Food Security's Principles for Responsible Investment in Agriculture and Food Systems, ensuring that it benefits communities and promotes long-term development. In support of lawmakers' efforts to promote responsible investment, FAO, in collaboration with the International Institute for Sustainable Development, has published the Practical Handbook on Responsible Investment in Agriculture and Food Systems. The workshop marks a critical step toward fostering a legislative environment that supports responsible agricultural investment.
Source:Daily Observer
October 09, 2024 12:37 UTC
Big Relief for Thousands of Rural Montserrado’s Residents
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Source:Daily Observer
October 09, 2024 01:09 UTC
Liberia: US Ambassador Mark Toner Clarifies High Visa Denial Rate Due to over 50% Liberians Overstaying In US
Monrovia – United States Ambassador to Liberia Mark Toner says visa denial for Liberians has been an issue of concern to President Boakai, other top officials of his government and the ordinary Liberians. By Obediah Johnson, [email protected]About 82% of Liberian citizens applying for visas to the United States are denied. Not coming backA recent report has unveiled troubling statistics regarding the overstay rates of Liberian nationals in the United States. Torner claimed that Liberians who travel to the US on a tourist visa, 50% or more do not come back within the prescribed period. He stressed that this should be done to help change the high refusal rate of Liberians applying for US visas.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 08, 2024 15:30 UTC
Liberia: Pressure Grows on President Boakai to Reshuffle Cabinet Amid Corruption Allegations, Infighting, and Poor Performance
MONROVIA – Strong indications have emerged that President Joseph Boakai is planning to rejig his cabinet to ease out underperforming ministers and ministers accused of corruption. According to the party’s Commander-In-Chief, Emmanuel Gonquoi, President Boakai is presently being tested by a corrupt few in his government. Reacting to a story published by FrontPageAfrica regarding President Boakai’s Anti-corruption fight, Derrick Peters of Monrovia, said President Boakai sacking or replacing cabinet with new people is an extension of state capture. He said he was not surprised by the failure of Boakai’s ministers, adding that a responsible government would have dismissed them long ago. He argued that for Boakai to succeed, he must “weed out” ministers underperforming.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 07, 2024 17:52 UTC
Liberia: Opposition CDC Youth League Launches ‘Resist Them’ ‘Campaign, Distributes Over 10,000 Pro-Party T-Shirts Amid Rumors of Planned Mass Protests
Monrovia – The opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) is mobilizing its supporters by distributing pro-party T-shirts at various district headquarters across the country, amidst growing rumors of planned mass protests. Webster Clayeh (0886729972) – [email protected]The t-shirts, emblazoned with the slogan “Resist Them,” were introduced by Alvin Wesseh, the Acting Chairman of the CDC Youth League. However, the Youth League has not confirmed whether the distribution of these T-shirts is linked to any upcoming protest activities. “The youth league has embarked on a tour of several counties, including Bomi, Cape Mount, Grand Bassa, and Margibi,” Wesseh said. By Monday, riot police were stationed near the CDC headquarters in anticipation of potential protests in Monrovia.
Source:Front Page Africa
August 09, 2024 15:35 UTC
Liberia: As Country’s Debt Mounts, Government Faces Pressure to Revisit Policy
Monrovia – As Liberia’s debt continues to climb rapidly, there are growing calls for the government to revisit its borrowing policies to avert a potential debt crisis. This growth was primarily fueled by disbursements from the World Bank (US$145.67 million) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) (US$36.94 million), among others. The domestic debt totaled US$1.021 billion, representing 42.62%, driven by disbursements from the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL), commercial banks, and other recognized debt holders. The cancellation of Liberia’s debt under the HIPC initiative depended on policies that contributed to poverty reduction. As the latest statistics show, Liberia’s debt has risen to US$2.3 billion as of December 2023—half the amount waived in 2010.
Source:Front Page Africa
August 09, 2024 15:10 UTC
Liberia: Two Commercial Banks Reportedly Facing Insolvency: SIB Liberia and IBLL, Edgy Customers Seek Withdrawals
Monrovia – The coffers of two major commercial banks operating in Liberia, SIB Liberia Limited and International Bank Liberia Limited, are said to be drying out, prompting customers to seek withdrawals, FrontPage Africa has gathered. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh, [email protected]SIB Liberia LimitedSIB Liberia, owned by a Ghanaian millionaire, has recently made headlines for all the wrong reasons. We were confronted a forth night ago by some citizens of the difficulties in getting withdrawals at your bank. To this effect, we have conducted an inquiry into said insolvency that has got in our procession a bail out of US$8 Million (EIGHT MILLION UNITED STATES’DOLLARS by the CBL). The Board of Governors of the CBL passed a resolution on May 17 authorizing the payment of US$8 million.
Source:Front Page Africa
August 09, 2024 00:35 UTC
Liberia: President Boakai’s Office Refutes Claims of War Crimes Court Executive Director Withdrawal
Johnathan Massaquoi’s appointment as the Executive Director of the Office of the War and Economic Crimes Court (WECC). By Jaheim T. Tumu- [email protected]Recent media reports, citing unnamed sources, indicated that President Boakai had withdrawn Cllr. Massaquoi’s appointment, stating unknown reasons for the removal of the WECC Executive Director. Massaquoi sued Liberian war victims and human rights advocates on behalf of Mrs. Agnes Taylor. President Boakai, I urge you to withdraw this nomination and not allow politricking to derail one of the most important appointments of your time in office.
Source:Front Page Africa
August 07, 2024 15:54 UTC