Liberia: All Liberian Party Splits
The All Liberian Party (ALP), one of the four constituent parties of the original Collaborating Political Parties (CPP), is experiencing a significant split within its ranks. The majority of the party's National Executive Committee has refused to participate in an endorsement program for President George Manneh Weah's re-election bid, calling it unconstitutional and unpopular. Prior to this split, the ALP's National Executive Committee had endorsed opposition candidate Amb. Meanwhile, the majority of the ALP's leadership has signed and notarized an official resolution supporting and endorsing Boakai and the "Rescue Mission". The ALP has urged its members to remain patient and engaged with the majority leadership.
Source:Daily Observer
October 30, 2023 20:52 UTC
The 1931 Election: The Popular Candidate You Never Heard Of
Although a very important story in our nation’s history, I don’t think you have ever read it in any Liberian history book. 2, 2005 “An Indigenous Liberian’s Quest for the Presidency: Momolu Massaquoi and the 1931 Election”). For the first time in our nation’s history, an indigenous Liberian was poised to become president of Liberia. Momolu Massaquoi was the strongest candidate for president in 1931. Also, pertinent to this subject and that might be of interest to some is the YouTube video “TOP 5 INDIGENOUS LIBERIAN LEADERS” by Octavius Obey.
Source:Daily Observer
October 30, 2023 19:27 UTC
For The Legends
And by that I mean isn’t it logically true that even when the lives of two identical beings, i.e. If not, isn’t it logically true that the differences within our living conditions, environments, households, realities and age should always prevent us from interacting with identical or mirroring circumstances throughout our lives? If yes, isn’t it also true that the former things also mean that genetics could be absolute too?? If yes, isn’t it also true that the former things also mean that genetics cannot be absolute too? If yes, isn’t it also true that the former things could also mean that a parallel life may not be real or possible too?
Source:GNN Liberia
October 30, 2023 18:00 UTC
The Missing Link of Liberia’s African Tradition: Where are the Visible Legacies of African Traditional Royalties?
This concept was intended to undermine the leadership and political power of African traditional leaders by the European colonizers. So, the African kings were to be referred to as ‘Paramount Chief’, but not King (Wikipedia). They introduced an electoral system in which paramount chiefs were elected, in complete contradiction to the practices of our forefathers. In most cases, District Commissioners that were appointed had the power to dismiss an elected paramount chief from his position. Recent experience has shown that successful decentralization must take existing traditional structures into account.
Source:Daily Observer
October 30, 2023 13:32 UTC
Liberia: LFA To Introduce Video Analysis Course In 2024
Monrovia-The Liberia Football Association (LFA) will introduce a video analysis course as part of its plans to improve coaching in Liberia. Liberia National Olympic Committee Vice President for technical affairs Malcolm Joseph challenged the coaches to be masters of their game. LFA executive committee member Ivan Brown, who chairs the technical and youth development committee, urged the coaches to be teachers and not dictators. The LFA also began the first of three modules for the CAF License ‘C’ on 27 October. CAF coaching instructors Robert Lartey (CAF License ‘A’) and Daei Arab Fofana (CAF License ‘A’) will facilitate the two classes of 44 students (22 per class).
Source:Front Page Africa
October 30, 2023 13:19 UTC
Liberia: Rep. Yekeh Kolubah Declines UP Campaign Post
— Accuses opposition leaders of neglectRepresentative Yekeh Kolubah of Montserrado County Electoral District #10 has declined his appointment by the Unity Party Alliance as Deputy Campaign Chair. In a press release issued on Sunday, the Unity Party Alliance announced the appointment of Representative Kolubah and Nya Twayen as Deputy Campaign Chair in Montserrado County and Campaign Coordinator in Nimba County, respectively. Yekeh Kolubah as the Deputy Lead on the Montserrado Campaign Team. “Liberian people have been seeing me wearing CDC beret, wearing CDC hats but because I wore CDC hat on Thursday, October 26, 2023, Senator Jeremiah Koung placed a call to me. His decision to decline the campaign post could weaken the UP’s chances in a critical constituency like Montserrado County.
Source:Daily Observer
October 30, 2023 10:45 UTC
Liberia - Abuse of Incumbency?
Integrity Watch Liberia (IWL), in addition to shedding light on the abuse of incumbency and violations of campaign financing in its report, also highlighted the need for greater integrity and transparency in Liberia's electoral practices. The conference, funded by the United Nations Development Program, aimed to address these concerns and promote responsible campaign financing. The violation of campaign financing regulations is a serious matter that could have far-reaching consequences for the democratic process in Liberia, electoral experts say. Resident Coordinator of the United Nations in Liberia, Christine Umutoni, expressed gratitude towards Integrity Watch Liberia, the National Elections Commission, and the Liberian government for their efforts in promoting responsible campaign financing. However, other stakeholders stressed that it is imperative that the government and relevant institutions take steps to strengthen campaign financing regulations and enforcement measures.
Source:Daily Observer
October 30, 2023 10:18 UTC
U.S. Customs Seize Military Weapons Onboard Container Destined for Liberia
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers have discovered and seized three firearms and more than 200 rounds of ammunition from a shipping container destined for Liberia. The container, originating from a Minneapolis suburb, was officially declared to carry three vehicles and household goods. This is the second time this year that military-grade weapons have been shipped to Liberia. In the recent bust that was intercepted, CBP officers undertook a routine inspection of the container’s contents, revealing the alarming discovery. In June, CBP officers seized 35 magazines, four Kevlar helmets, four antenna communication matching units, and three vehicle taillights in a shipment from Lenoir County, North Carolina, heading to Brno, Czech Republic.
Source:GNN Liberia
October 29, 2023 22:29 UTC
Former US VP Mike Pence drops out of Republican presidential campaign
BY REUTERS |Former US Vice-President Mike Pence ended his cash-strapped presidential campaign on Saturday, after struggling for months to convince Republican voters he was the best alternative to the man he once served with unswerving loyalty, Donald Trump. Pence’s surprise announcement at the Republican Jewish Coalition donor conference in Las Vegas made him the first big-name candidate to drop out. So after much prayer and deliberation, I have decided to suspend my campaign for president effective today,” Pence told the audience to gasps and, later, prolonged claps and cheers of support. A source close to Pence laughed when asked whether he would endorse Trump. Former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley, who was Trump’s ambassador to the UN, praised Pence as a fighter for America and Israel.
Source:GNN Liberia
October 29, 2023 16:09 UTC
Rights Groups Concern About Election, Re-Election Of Warlords, Individuals Accused of War and Economic Crimes in National Legislature
Press Statement |The Coalition for the Establishment of War and Economic Crimes Court in Liberia (CEWAECCL) has alarmed over election and re-election warlords, individuals accused of war and economic crimes in the National Legislature, and further urged the international community to seriously take note. We, the heads of over 30 human rights, Civil Society, religious, and development organizations have observed with grave concern the election and re-election of major warlords and individuals accused of war and economic crimes at the level of the national legislature following the just-ended October 10, 2023, presidential and legislative elections. The Coalition – CEWAECCL, has further expressed disappointment in some Liberian voters over the election of these individuals to public offices. This is a classic example of the continual roadblocks faced by the past legislature which had a propensity to undermine the quest for justice, accountability, and the advocacy for instituting war and economic crimes court in Liberia. The press statement signed by Adama K. Dempster, Lead Campaigner on behalf of CSO-Coalition for the Establishment of War and Economic Crimes Court in Liberia, notedVisited 76 times, 28 visit(s) today
Source:GNN Liberia
October 29, 2023 15:55 UTC
QNET Marks 25 Years of Excellence with Innovative Product Launches and a Green Vision
In line with the company’s commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle and reducing its environmental impact, QNET launched two standout products at the anniversary conventions. The five-day conventions provided a valuable platform for QNET’s customers and distributors to deepen their product knowledge, engage with experts, and experience dynamic product demonstrations. Demonstrating its commitment to sustainability, QNET implemented several eco-conscious initiatives during the conventions to reduce carbon footprint. Established in 1998, QNET marks 25 years of making an impact around the world through its product offerings and e-commerce-powered business model, in 2023. To learn more about QNET and its mission of RYTHM – Raise Yourself To Help Mankind, please visit www.qnet.net.
Source:GNN Liberia
October 27, 2023 18:59 UTC
Reflection – Part Two
The people’s life dangled in the balance, and they are looking for good leadership. In the 2011, General and Presidential Elections, one of the country’s sons, Rev. This is just a prologue of the feature “REFLECTION – PART TWO (A KINGDOM AT A CROSSROAD). Many good sons and daughters of the country were victims of his autocratic rule. You will be voting for security, good governance, good education, good healthcare, good roads, tourism, corruption-free society, clean environment, employment, energy, water and sanitation, food security, rule of law and transparent justice system.
Source:GNN Liberia
October 27, 2023 18:59 UTC
In Gloria Scott Trial: Court Subpoena Liberia Medical and Dental Council On Conflicting Death Certificates
Criminal Court ‘A’ has issued a writ of subpoena to the Liberia Medical and Dental Council. The court requested the presence of the council officials on October 26, 2023, to provide clarification on the processes involved in issuing conflicting death certificates. The defense lawyers requested that the state expert witness, Dr. Guilavagui Mamady of Redemption Hospital, be disqualified. That request was resisted by defense lawyers, who subsequently asked the court to deny it. The judge noted that authorities of the Liberia Medical and Dental Council will appear on Thursday, October 26, to testify in the case.
Source:GNN Liberia
October 27, 2023 03:07 UTC
Nigerian Supreme Court Upholds Election Of President Tinubu
By Paul Ejime |As expected by critics, Nigeria’s Supreme Court on Thursday in Abuja dismissed all the petitions by opposition parties challenging the victory of President Bola Tinubu in the controversial 25 February 2023 elections. The petitions filed by former President Abubakar Atiku of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Peter Obi of the Labour Party (LP), accused Tinubu of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) of forging the education documents he submitted to the electoral commission, to stand for the elections. Other petitions alleging fraud and/or irregularities in the election were also dismissed for lack of merit. The Supreme Court’s verdict is final on election matters in Nigeria, the Elections Petition Appeal Tribunal, having dismissed the same and similar petitions filed by the opposition. The lead judgement of the Supreme Court, read by Justice John Okoro was seconded by six of his colleagues, who described the petitions as frivolous and vexatious.
Source:GNN Liberia
October 26, 2023 14:38 UTC
US Sanctions Bosnian Serb Leader’s Children for Corruption
WRITTEN BY OCCRP |The U.S. imposed sanctions on the children of Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik and four companies under their management, highlighting concerns that the Bosnian Serb region, known as Republika Srpska (RS), is increasingly resembling a Dodik family enterprise rather than a political entity within Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). After the U.S. authorities sanctioned twice Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik, they now sanctioned his children, son Igor and daughter Gorica, for helping their father in corruption activities. OFAC noted that since 2021, Dodik had increased his children’s involvement in political and business activities within the RS. The extent of the Dodik family’s corruption raised concerns among nations interested in providing foreign investment to the RS, causing some to refrain from doing so as they believed that financial assistance would likely benefit Dodik and his family rather than RS institutions. Read more of this storyVisited 11 times, 11 visit(s) today
Source:GNN Liberia
October 26, 2023 14:38 UTC