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EDITORIAL Find the Money and Secure Liberias Interior

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Bassa Ends 24-year Trophy Drought

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COMMENTARY The Drug Industrys Poison Pills

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Fake Academic Credentials Chain Busted

-Some of Them Professors
By C.Y. Kwanue
Bassa striker (in white) prepares to shoot the opening goal. (Photo by Sando J. Moore)
LOCAL NEWS
Liberia Removed from US Defense Department Imminent Danger Area

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EU Reaffirms Man, 25, Commitment to Electrocuted in Power Theft Deal Working with Liberia
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ubs of several individuals claiming to be holders of terminal degrees from foreign-based creditable institutions have been discovered in Monrovia. Most of those in the web have reportedly been transi-
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BUSINESS
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Foreign Briefs
World News
Syrias Bashar al-Assad: Quitting not up for debate

Continue reading the main story Syria conflict What is Geneva II? War and peace Syrias foreign fighters Barrel bombs Syrian President Bashar alAssad is quoted as saying he has no intention of quitting, and the issue is not up for discussion at forthcoming peace talks. If we wanted to surrender we would have surrendered from the start, Mr Assad told Russian MPs in Damascus, according to Interfax news agency. The government, opposition groups and Western diplomats will attend peace talks in Switzerland from Wednesday. More than 100,000 have been killed and millions displaced in Syrias conflict. The Syrian presidency later said the comments reported by Interfax were inaccurate, without giving further details. But BBC Beirut correspondent Jim Muir said the statements were in line with what government officials had frequently said before. According to Syrian news agency Sana, Mr Assad told the delegation that Syrian people were confronting terrorism and foreign intervention. Continue reading the main story Analysis Sebastian UsherBBC Middle East analyst The latest comments attributed to President Assad do not change his position in any way. Even so, Syrian state media moved quickly to say the report of his remarks by a Russian news agency was inaccurate. This may or may not be so. But in the game of bluff that the government and the opposition have been playing ahead of the talks, neither side wants to be seen as the obstacle to negotiation. That does not mean they are actually prepared to negotiate or compromise, but they do not want to be stigmatised as the main problem in the way of that process. So the swift rebuttal of Mr Assads latest remarks can be seen as part of this game of diplomatic poker. The message - essentially a restatement of a long-held position - has been put out there. But it has been left open to deniability, so no blame can be put on the Assad regime for undermining the talks before they have begun. Opposition groups have previously demanded the removal of Mr Assad as a condition of any discussions on a possible transitional government. But the Syrian National Coalition, the exiled opposition body, announced on Saturday that it would attend the talks.
BBC TV presenter Komla Dumor has died suddenly at his home in London at the age of 41, it has been announced. Ghana-born Dumor was a presenter for BBC World News and its Focus on Africa programme. One of Ghanas best-known journalists, he joined the BBC as a radio broadcaster in 2007 after a decade of journalism in Ghana. Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama said on Twitter that his country had lost one of its finest ambassadors. BBC Global News Director Peter Horrocks called Dumor a leading light of African journalism who would be deeply missed. He was committed to telling the story of Africa as it really is, Mr Horrocks said in a statement. Africas energy and enthusiasm seemed to shine through every story Komla told. Komlas many friends and colleagues across Africa and the world will be as devastated as we are by this shocking news. The BBC understands he had suffered a heart attack. Komla Dumor featured in New African magazines November 2013 list of 100 most influential Africans. It said he had established himself as one of the emerging African faces of global broadcasting, who had considerable influence on how the continent is covered. James Harding, BBC Director of News and Current Affairs, spoke of Komla Dumors
BBC World TVs Komla Dumor Dies
Mike Wooldridge pays tribute to Komla Dumors infectious sense of humour
Komla Dumor had a wide-ranging career as an interviewer and presenter

singular role in transforming the coverage of Africa. He brought a depth of understanding, a great deal of courage, a joyous charm and boundless charisma to his work, Mr Harding said. Komla Dumor was born on 3 October 1972 in Accra, Ghana. He graduated with a BA in Sociology and Psychology from the University of Ghana, and a Masters in Public Administration from Harvard University. He won the Ghana Journalist of the Year award in 2003 and joined the BBC four years later. From then until 2009 he hosted Network Africa for BBC World Service radio, before joining The World Today programme. In 2009 Komla Dumor became the first host of Africa Business Report on BBC World News. He was a regular presenter of Focus on Africa and had fronted the programme the day before he died. He travelled across Africa, meeting the continents top
entrepreneurs and reporting on the latest business trends around the continent. He interviewed a number of high-profile guests including Bill Gates and Kofi Annan. Last month, he covered the funeral of former South African President, Nelson Mandela, whom he described as one of the greatest figures of modern history. He anchored live coverage of major events including the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, the funeral of Kim Jongil, the release of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit, the Norway shootings and the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton. In his review of 2013, published last month, Dumor said the passing of Mandela was one of the moments that will stay with me. Covering the funeral for me will always be a special moment. I will look back on it with a sense of sadness. But also with gratitude. I feel lucky to have been a witness to that part of the Mandela story. Never flinched Meeting Komla Dumor for the first time in Ghana in 2007, BBC chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet said she had noticed how young Ghanaian journalists looked up to him. He never flinched from asking tough questions, but also loved to share a laugh, she says. She adds that Komla Dumor had many loves including football, his faith, his family: He always said I just love talking with people.
PAKISTAN
At least 20 soldiers have been killed in north-western Pakistan in a bomb blast that struck an army convoy, sources in the security forces say. At least 24 others were injured in the explosion near the town of Bannu, with fears the death toll will rise. The source of the explosion is still being investigated. Pakistans Taliban said they had carried out the attack as part of a fight against a secular system and promised many more such attacks.
Mexican authorities have said top security officials will be replaced in the western state of Michoacan that has recently been rocked by violence. Hundreds of troops have recently been deployed to restore order after groups of vigilantes clashed with a drug gang. But many vigilantes are refusing to heed the governments call to disarm. This is despite reassurances by the federal government that the self-defence groups are not the target of an ongoing security operation.
MEXICO
A Christian mob in the Central African Republic capital Bangui has killed and burned two Muslims in the street, in the latest sectarian clash. The gangs told the BBC they would carry on killing Muslims in their area. French and African Union soldiers are struggling to contain sectarian violence that erupted after largely Muslim rebels took over the country. MPs are due to select a new interim president on Monday, a week after rebel leader Michel Djotodia quit the post. Mr Djotodia became CARs first Muslim ruler after his rebel group Seleka overthrew the government in March last year. The coup helped plunge CAR into sectarian conflict between the majority Christians and the minority Muslims. He quit on 11 January having failed to stop the violence. Although the clashes seemed to die down immediately after he quit, reports emerged later in the week of more violence. On Friday, aid agencies said at least 22 people were killed in an attack on a convoy evacuating Muslims to neighbouring Cameroon. In Sundays attack, a Christian mob killed two Muslims and set their bodies alight at a
Bodies Burnt in Street in Central African Republic
Thomas Fessy reports from Bangui: In the absence of government, angry mobs now rule the streets
roundabout in the capital. They told the BBCs Thomas Fessy that they were avenging the murder of a Christian overnight. It is unclear whether the men had any part or were targeted simply for being Muslim. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) said it had taken 25 very seriously injured people to hospital in Bangui. In a statement issued from its headquarters in Geneva, it added that fresh inter-communal violence had flared up in north and north-western areas of the country. Red Cross workers had buried 50 bodies discovered over the past 48
The UN Security Council approved a French troop deployment to CAR late last year as part of a plan to restore order and hold an election by early 2015. The temporary parliament finalised a list of eight candidates for interim president on Sunday. Officials said the candidates met stringent criteria, including stipulations they had not been members of a militant group, and that they had never worked for Mr Djotodia or his Seleka rebel group.
An Iranian diplomat has been killed in a gun attack in the Yemeni capital, Sanaa. He was shot as he was leaving the Iranian ambassadors residence in the southern Hadda district by car.The diplomat, named as Ali Asghar Assadi, was taken to hospital but died from his wounds. Iranian state TV said he had been hit in the chest and stomach while driving. It said Mr Assadi, described as Irans economic attache, had been martyred.
YEMEN
ITALY
Italys controversial ex-PM Silvio Berlusconi has returned to the centre of the political stage, striking a reform deal with a centre-left rival. Berlusconi was thrown out of parliament in 2013 after a tax fraud conviction. But he still heads the opposition Forza Italia party and held lengthy talks with Democratic Party (PD) leader Matteo Renzi late on Saturday. Under their agreement, he will back electoral and constitutional proposals aimed at making Italy more governable. The current electoral system has left Italy with a series of shaky coalitions.
VENEZUELA
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has announced a shake-up of the team running the countrys economy during his annual state of the union address. The current public banking minister, Rodolfo Torres, will replace Nelson Merentes as finance minister. Mr Merentes will take over the post of head of the central bank. Speaking at the National Assembly in Caracas.
Aid workers in Bangui rushed to remove the burnt bodies of the Muslim men
hours in the north-west, it said. The ICRC expressed concern that much of the population, fearing reprisals, was hiding in the bush with no-one to protect them. The candidates include Bangui mayor Catherine Samba Panza, and two sons of former presidents, Sylvain Patasse and Desire Kolingba.
Liberia Removed from US Defense Department Imminent Danger Area
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Simeon Freeman Warns

pposition politician Simeon Freeman has signalled the danger in electing old and greedy politicians with a history of exploiting the system to enrich themselves and their families. Mr. Freeman is a businessman and leader of the Movement for Progressive Change (MPC) political party that participated in the 2011 Legislative and Presidential Elections.
iberia has been de-listed from the United States Governments Defense Departments imminent danger area. This means that Liberias territorial limit no lon-
ger poses any threat or threat coming from Liberia toward any US military service personnel has been significantly reduced. In a release, the Defense Department said: Today, the Defense Department announced the recertification of some locations as imminent danger
pay areas while discontinuing that designation for others. A periodic review and recertification was conducted for Imminent Danger Pay (IDP) purposes and was made in coordination with the joint staff, combatant commands and military services. The combatant commands conducted
By Keith Morris
MPC Political leader, Simeon Freeman

Addressing scores of citizens in Salala District, Bong County, over the weekend, Mr.
LRRRC Executive Director Engages Staffers

By Joaquin Sendolo
he tradition of taking strategic and key institutional matters to low-level staffers to solicit their views is an uncommon practice in Liberia. Usually, heads of institutions and their principal deputies are the ones who discuss such matter. They, in turn, sometimes consult a highly educated expert for his or her opinion, while the low-level workers are left out to receive instructions and implement results from meetings. But Abla Gadegbeku Williams, Executive Director of the Liberia Refugees Repatriation and Resettlement Commission (LRRRC) believes that for an institution to run smoothly---during both good and bad times---the involvement of all is required. Giving an overview of a two-day retreat held at Barnes Beach in the ELWA area on January 17, 2014 Counselor Barnes said, When we joined LRRRC in November, 2013, we knew so little about what had been involved over the years: who did what, when, where, why and how. At a meeting with the staff, we asked what they would like to see happen with the LRRRC in 2014, and beyond. Many said that an overall assessment of achievements and challenges over the past year could help create a roadmap for the future. We also noted that we have partners, one of the more important of which is the UNCHR, whose commitment to providing protection and assistance in safety and dignity to refugees is unparalleled. From that discussion, Cllr. Williams explained, a decision to hold a two-day retreat that would bring outstation and office staffers together to discuss strategic plans and goals in line with UNHCRs, for 2014. Sharing her philosophical thought about the month of January, Cllr. Williams intoned that Janus, the Roman god of beginnings and transitions with two faces: one looks up to the future, the other to past. She elaborated that the month of January, named after this Roman god, is the beginning month of the year. Accordingly, it is the best time to begin planning for the future with the consent of all. He urged everyone to be participatory, generate ideas, and set goals with respect to individual areas of work for the year. She noted that they were beginning the year, amid budgetary constraints and support reduction from partners, every worker of LRRRC needs to contribute his or idea to the goal-setting process so that they can optimize the little resources on hand. The fluent-speaking Executive Director continued that instead of being a normal thing that people leave the real discussion to prioritizing merry-making at the retreat, workers should use the occasion to revitalize themselves, and set achievable goals within the spirit of collaboration, unity and progress. She urged LRRRC employees to set aside distractions and focus on meaningful thoughts and ideas that will enhance the
Freeman urged the electorate to refuse to be carried away by empty talk from old politicians still hanging around. Some of such individuals Mr. Freeman explained, have always lived in luxury at the expense of the masses. People that worked for government have shown you their work over the years. They have shown that without a government job, they cannot survive. When they need your votes, they will go everywhere with you; they even allow you sometimes to enter their bedrooms. They answer every call
in-depth threat assessments for countries within their areas of responsibility. Following the Defense Departments review, it was determined that the imminent threat of physical harm to U.S. military personnel due to civil insurrection, civil war, terrorism, or wartime conditions when they want your votes. But, after winning the election, they become too busy people to meet those that voted them in and those things they promised along the way, change automatically. I say, Bong County, shine your eyes on those you vote for in these elections, Mr. Freeman intoned. The MPC political leader warned that electing the same old politicians is a clear indication that the system will remain the same while a majority of the people suffer at the hands of bad governance. Putting the same people back in power will be an opbe convincing to partners, to get them involved in assisting LRRRC. She also urged the staffers to make use of the limited resources to get things done in the absence abundance. UNHCR Program Officer, Rueul Nettey in a statement during the opening session of the retreat lauded LRRRC for its role over the years in addressing the needs of refugees and returnees. Even though there is a budgetary constraint, Mr. Nettey said, we at UNHCR will seek support for LRRRC to ensure that it carries out its mandate. He said the retreat initiated by LRRRC to develop plans for running the institution is
has been significantly reduced in many countries. As a result, IDP will be discontinued in those areas. IDP is authorized in areas designated by the Defense Department. Periodic recertification of IDP ensures that imminent danger designations match the actual conditions of designated countries so that the department can provide fair entitlements and benefits. The last recertification was completed in 2007. The following locations will no longer be designated as imminent danger areas for IDP purposes, effective June 1, 2014: The nine land areas of East
Timor, Haiti, Liberia, Oman, Rwanda, Tajikistan, United Arab Emirates, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. The six land areas and airspace above Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, and Montenegro. The four water areas of the Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden, Gulf of Oman, and the Red Sea. The water area and air space above the Persian Gulf. IDP will remain in effect for Iraq, Afghanistan, Lebanon, Jordan, Pakistan, Syria, Yemen, and Egypt within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.
portunity for their children to prosper at the detriment of the masses. You shouldnt be the ones giving their children these opportunities when your children should also benefit from the national cake, he pointed out. The businessman turn politician made these assertions when he graced the adoption of SASAFU constitution and membership drive program. SASAFU is an organization that brings together three districts in Lower Bong County for the purpose of fostering development in those regions. Mr. Freeman then committed L$125,000 towards the susnot a strange venture to UNHCR, as it (UNHCR) has already done its part for the year. He expressed confidence that LRRRC can outdo itself to encourage the search for support to help it function in addressing the needs of refugees and returnees. Another LRRRCs partner, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) representative, Leila Salehiravesh also indicated that US$1.5 million is being provided by Japan to address the needs of returnees and refugees in Liberia. She said UNIDO addresses refugees and returnees needs through LRRRC by providing skills training in baking, hair-
tainability of the organization; he promised to provide stationeries for the organizations offices. He called on the leadership of the organization to rotate SASAFU meetings in the three districts in order to show unity and the peoples participation in activities of the organization. SASAFU should have suboffices in all three districts, Freeman said. The organization is being tipped as a force to be reckoned with in selecting public officials for the county, in an upcoming Special Senatorial Election. dressing and entrepreneurship. LRRRC was established by government to manage refugees and returnees coming to Liberia. The organization currently has a refugee-crisis on hand with thousands of Ivorian refugees crowded in the southeastern part of Liberia, including Grand Gedeh and Maryland Counties, and a portion of Nimba in the northeast. Liberian returnees from Ghana and other West African countries are also pouring in and LRRRC is responsible to provide them resettlement packages to enable them reintegrate after many years outside of Liberia.
LRRRC Boss Cllr. Williams speaking at the opening of the retreat.

work of the institution. Believing that no organization or institution can achieve goals without togetherness, Cllr. Williams underscored togetherness and a sense of community, to resolve problems and conflicts. She called on the staff to reflect on activities of the organization, set goals and objectives in the scope of operation of each, and share ideas for efficiency and effectiveness as key objectives of the organization. She said by working with the little on hand to achieve the needed goals, they will be proving to donors and the Government of Liberia the relevance of LRRRC in addressing crises of refugees and returnees as crises also create security concerns. Also speaking at the retreat, Deputy Minister for Public Safety at the Ministry of Justice and former Executive Director of LRRRC, Cllr, Wheatonia Y. Dixon-Barnes admitted that government is faced with a US$30 million budgetary deficit. She said that as every staff was being invited to the retreat to discuss strategies together, it was important that they came up with ideas that will
Media Group Awards Richard Tolbert Certificate

ooperate Investigative Journalist Network (CIJN) Friday, January 17, awarded a certificate to Dr. Richard Tolbert as their Humanitarian of the year 2013 at his Old Road Community home. CIJN has described him as a son of the soil. According to the CIJN head, Joseph Konneh, the award is based on the numerous services Dr. Tolbert has rendered to humanity. He noted Dr. Tolberts contributions on both a national and international scale; making specific reference to his work with Liberians at Ghanas Budumburum refugee camp. Mr. Konneh said Dr. Tolberts humanitarian gesture has changed the life of many
By Alvin Worzi
people in Liberia and the world at large. We have been assessing the contributions of some of our most prominent citizens and were impressed with your consistent record of providing education, health care and many others humanitarian services to sons and daughters of Liberia, Mr. Konneh proclaimed. He said, It is good to give a man his flowers while he is alive; that is why the members of the CIJN are proud to have reached this decision after much deliberation. Receiving the award, Dr. Richard Tolbert expressed gratitude to the network for selecting him as their humanitarian of the year. He advised the members of the CIJN and Liberias youth in general to be steadfast and hardworking so they can find themselves in
the position to make wise decisions for the nation. Dr. Tolbert stressed the need for young people to focus on education and choose professions that he said would help to build the strength of the countrys economy. The CIJNs Humanitarian of the year noted that there is a need for patriotic Liberians that are in the position to help others to do all they could, especially in the areas of education and health care delivery services. He detailed, My humanitarian services started from 1999 during the civil crisis in Liberia. It was a time when Liberia had lots of refugees in Ghana and other parts of Africa. I decided to give them my support with aid from Madame Ellen Johnson Sirleaf before she became our nations President, he concluded.
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Find the Money and Secure Liberias Interior

The House of Representatives has summoned Police Commissioner Chris Massaquoi to appear and explain the alleged absence of security personnel, especially the police, in Liberias interior. Lofa County Representative Moses Y. Kollie raised the alarm in the House last week and expressed fear that the people of Salayea and Zorzor Districts were at risk of attacks from armed robbers and other mischief makers due to the absence of police in the interior, especially Salayea and Zorzor. But we believe that the House has it wrong. It is not the Police Commissioner they should be summoning but the Finance and Justice Ministersthe Finance Minister because he controls the nations purse strings and can better explain why government is not sufficiently financing the Police and the Joint Security so that more officers and other security personnel may be deployed throughout Liberias interior. The House should summon the Justice Minister to explain why the Ministry has not been pushing for more funding for security operations in the interior. If they have been pushing, we have not heard the noise. Yet this is the same government that is calling on professionals to opt for service in the interior instead of crowding the cities, Monrovia in particular. The government knows, and we have said it many times editorially, that it has the responsibility to make the interior habitable by carrying development to the rural parts to make life more livable. We are talking about electricity, pipe-borne water, modern housing, low and medium-cost, Internet access, shopping and other facilities. Thankfully, headway is being made to wire the whole interior with electricity, through La Cte dIvoire, beginning with Grand Gedeh, Nimba and Bong Counties. Hopefully within a year or earlier, power will reach Lofa and beyond. But there is much more to be done to make the interior more livable. When it comes to commerce, here is where LIBA, the Liberian Business Association, must take the initiative by encouraging its members in all 15 counties to seize the opportunities at hand. There is need for grocery shops, modern shops, boutiques, even supermarkets as well as modern motels and hotels. LIBA members should begin exploring tourist opportunities within each county. Take the waterfalls in Ganta, Nimba County, and in Patawee, Bong County, behind Cuttington University. But there are the forests and other sites in each county that can be explored. We suggest that LIBA should engage local and foreign tourist experts who can explore the Liberian interior and advise the Association on how to encourage its members in this avenue of investment. There is the whole business accommodation facilities for which the whole Liberian interior is crying. Here is an opportunity for farmers to make money by supplying such businesses with food. Here is a chance for our farmers to invest in chickens and eggs, other meats such as goat, sheep and beef (cattle); as well as non-traditional vegetables such as lettuce, cucumber and tomato. But lest we forget, this editorial is primarily about making Liberias interior secure so that people may live in peace. The Liberian government must invest in its Joint Security force and supply them with the motor vehicles, communication equipment and other logistics it needs to do a more effective job to help the people live in peace and security. The Immigration aspect of security is not to be forgotten. Liberian borders, as porous as they are, we run the risk of being overrun as a nation by foreigners, unless we can control the influx of aliens across our borders. Here we are reminded of the urgent need for national identification. But that is the subject of another editorial.
Same thing wif Legislature and Police director: No logistics for up-country security, but dey want police go there.
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The Drug Industrys Poison Pills

By Muhammad H. Zaman (Courtesy of project-syndicate.org)
BOSTON One does not need to spend a lifetime in the global health-care sector to appreciate that substandard or counterfeit drugs are a major public-health hazard. These bogus products have infiltrated pharmaceutical supply chains from Azerbaijan to Zambia, wrecking the most promising programs to control, manage, and eradicate deadly diseases. Yet little is being done to stop this criminal activity. Growing up in Pakistan, I realized how vital it was for my mother, like any educated parent, to know which drugs and pharmacies could be trusted. Little has changed since then. Local pharmacists from Lahore to Lusaka continue to sell a variety of brands of the same drug at different prices; and shopkeepers are called upon to give a candid opinion of their benefits and shortcomings. Unfortunately, the problem runs a lot deeper than a few bad drugs sold at the corner pharmacy. Around $75 billion of substandard drugs are sold annually, causing an estimated 100,000 deaths worldwide, and making many more people seriously ill. The trade in inferior drugs also undermines fragile public-health systems in poor countries. As well as killing consumers, the effects of bad drugs can be passed from parent to child, and even create new drug-resistant strains of diseases that threaten us all. Yet the fight against substandard drugs has never been taken as seriously as other global health crises such as malaria, HIV, or maternal and infant mortality. This may be because there is no obvious solution. But, in seeking answers, we must
first acknowledge that the issue is larger than just counterfeit medicines. Many legitimate manufacturers worldwide, whether through complacency or incompetence, lack adequate quality controls. In some cases, deficient storage and refrigeration systems turn safe medicines into dangerous substances. Unfortunately, those drug makers then take advantage of developing countries weak or poorly implemented legislation and corrupt officials to pass their products through local supply chains and into shops. Public ignorance or apathy means that those responsible are able to avoid prosecution. The technical expertise and equipment needed to detect inferior products is usually beyond the financial reach of many developing countries. But there are lowcost alternatives. One approach, for example, would be to include on packaging a scratch code that includes a phone number for consumers to call in order to check that the batch number matches an authentic product. But, while this approach would certainly help to catch counterfeits, it would miss the substandard or degraded products made by legitimate firms, which are tested only by the consumer and often at great cost in terms of health risks. It is therefore imperative to develop new detection technologies that will work in poorer countries, and that complement existing systems such as bar codes. Detection technology must be capable of analyzing all forms of a drug whether powder, pill, capsule, or syrup and of detecting several different grades of quality, not just the junk. It must be simple, affordable, adaptable, and scalable; and it must work at all stages of distribution, whether at customs, in
hospitals, or in remote villages. But technology alone will not be enough. Regulators, hospitals, and drug-safety authorities must take the lead, rather than placing the burden on often poor and uneducated citizens who are struggling to care for loved ones. The search for new, sustainable solutions, requires at least three initiatives. First, we must encourage innovation by offering research grants to support small initiatives or large-scale projects (like campaigns to fight HIV, malaria, and maternal mortality). Ideally, an international group would coordinate and develop all of the ideas and products, and take them from the laboratory to the field. Second, we need to harness the creativity and commitment of young students, so that they understand the devastating impact of bad pharmaceuticals and become motivated to make a difference in peoples lives. Third, we must make use of the media. Just as the world cries foul when an illegal shipment of ivory is uncovered, we must launch campaigns in the press, on television, and online to bring to account any trader, state official, or company caught selling or promoting low-quality drugs. In this way, we will remind those in the industry of a fundamental premise: their most precious commodity is not a blockbuster drug, but the publics trust. If drug makers and pharmacists cannot protect their customers health, they cannot protect their business. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Muhammad H. Zaman is Director of the Laboratory for Molecular and Cellular Dynamics at Boston University.
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Supply and Delivery of Motorcycles for FED County Offices
Request for Proposals (RFP)
Food and Enterprise Development (FED

RFP No. Date Title Issuing Office & Address for Submission of Proposals Closing Date for Questions Closing Date Contact Person for Questions Anticipated Award Type Basis for Award RFP FED-NPO-015 14 JANUARY, 2014 Supply and Delivery of Motorcycles DAI USAID Food and Enterprise Development (FED) 6th Street-Sinkor, Tubman Boulevard, Monrovia

Invitation for Bids (IFB) Republic of Liberia Expand Support to County decentralized Health & Social Welfare Services IFB No: LCPS/NCB/001
1. This Invitation for Bids follows the General Procurement Notice for this Project that appeared online in Development Business of January 6, 2013. 2. The Liberia College of Physicians & Surgeons (LCPS) has received Financing from the Government of Liberia to expand support to strengthen the health care delivery system and it intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing to payments under this Contract. Bidding will be governed by the Public Procurement & Concession Art (PCCA) of Liberia. 3. The Liberia college of Physicians and Surgeons now invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the Supply of Vehicles under the following Lots:
Lot Description 1 2

7 FEBRUARY 2014 not later than 17:00 GMT 14 FEBRUARY 2014 not later than 17:00 GMT Arthur Delacruz/DCOP-FAM Email: arthur_delacruz@dai.com Telephone: 0886-530-598 Fixed Price Purchase Order An award will be made based on best price, required technical specifications, quality & availability to the vendor who best meets all the requirements as specified in the RFP.
PURPOSE DAI, implementer of the USAID funded Food and Enterprise Development (FED) Program, invites qualified vendors to submit proposals/bids for supply and delivery of project Motorcycles (see Appendix A) in support of program implementation.
SUBMISSION OF QUESTIONS Questions may be submitted via email no later than 17:00 GMT on 7 February 2014. No technical inquiries will be answered over the phone or in person except for administrative clarification regarding the submission format or location of the office, etc. Responses to technical questions will be distributed to all bidders. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMISSION OF Proposals Proposals shall be submitted via Hard Copy, in English, marked on the envelope, Attention: Arthur dela Cruz, Deputy Chief of Party/ FAM, Food & Enterprise Development Program (FED), 6th Street-Sinkor, Tubman Boulevard, Monrovia no later than 17:00 GMT on 14 February 2014. Late proposals will be rejected and returned to Vendors unopened except under extraordinary circumstances at DAIs discretion. PROPOSAL SPECIFICATIONS (and EVALUATION): Proposals will be evaluated according to the following criteria. The relative importance of each individual criterion is indicated by the number of points assigned and a total of 100 marks are possible for each submission. Bidders should note that these criteria serve to: (a) identify the significant factors which bidders should address in their proposals (b) Set the standard against which all proposals will be evaluated. Points will also reflect the overall presentation of the proposal, which should be clear, complete, well organized, and well written. Most importantly, proposals should address all requirements listed in the RFP. (1)Technical Specifications Approach (Points Possible 40) Bidders will submit technical specifications of motorcycles they intend to supply. Note that models of motorcycles should be in the range 2009 to 2013. Also include all necessary qualities and warranty period. (2)Past Experienced, Personnel Capability & References (Maximum 1 Page, Points 20) The proposal shall provide a detailed account of the bidders track record in providing similar goods in Liberia. Bidders should also list the names of entity (ies) they have supplied similar models of motorcycles for, along with references and contact information. (3) Proposed Cost /Price (40 Points) Bidders shall submit a financial proposal which is separated in another envelope from the technical proposal. Note that financial proposals should be presented using Appendix A as a template for the format. REQUIREMENTS FOR PROPOSALS TO BE DETERMINE AS RESPONSIBLE 1. The quote must conform to all the technical specifications listed on Appendix A: Price Schedule. Quotes which do not comply will be determined non-responsive and rejected. 2. The prices per unit and total price shall be entered on the attached price schedule (See Appendix A). The vendor must certify a validity period of 30 days for the prices provided. 3. Quotes shall specify the delivery period (In Stock or Delivery Time). 4. Vendor must agree for delivery of Motorcycles to DAI office in Monrovia. Please provide proposal for Duty Free and Duty Paid. 5. General Sales Tax (GST) shall be included on a separate line (if applicable). 6. Shipping costs, if any, for items procured outside of country, shall be included in a separate line item (if necessary). 7. Vendor must agree to a warranty for factory defects up to one year or agreed mileage past delivery with replacement at no cost to DAI-FED. 8. Vendor must provide a list of at least 3 current and/or former clients which your firm has provided similar Motorcycles for along with clients contact person, telephone number, quantities provided and dates. 9. Vendor must provide exact specifications for the equipment, including type and model. 10. Vendor shall state the country of origin and source for the Motorcycles. 11. A preference will be given to those vendors that can provide optional accessories. REQUIREMENTS FOR PROPOSALS TO BE DETERMINE AS RESPONSIVE 1. Firm must possess an active Business License. 2. Vendor must not be included on the US Government EPLS/SDN blocked persons/organizations list. DAI may award a purchase order without discussions. Therefore, initial [proposals should contain the Vendors best terms from a price and technical specifications standpoint. Issuance of this RFP in no way obligates DAI to award a purchase order and Bidders will not be reimbursed for any costs associated with the preparation of this Proposal.

Contracts will be awarded on Lot basis Delivery is expected within 12 weeks to the Liberia College of Physicians & Surgeons (LCPS). 4. Bidding will be conducted through the National Competitive Bidding (NCB) procedures specified in the Public Procurement & Concessions Act (PPCA) open to all bidders from Eligible Source Countries as defined in the Guidelines. 5. Qualifications requirements include: i) Working capital/liquidity to be able to execute the contract ii) At least three contracts of similar nature completed within the last five years. iii) Availability in Liberia of spare parts and after sales services. No margin of preference for goods manufactured domestically shall be applied. Additional details are provided in the Bidding Documents. 6. Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from the LCPS and inspect the Bidding Documents at the address given below between 9:00am to 5:00pm on business days from 6 January 2013. 7. A complete set of Bidding Documents in English may be purchased by interested bidders on the submission of a Written Application to the address below and upon payment of a non-refundable fee of One Hundred United States Dollars (USD 100.00). The method of payment will be bankers draft or wire transfer. Banking details will be provided upon request. The Bidding Documents will be provided in hard copy. 8. Bids must be delivered to the address at or before 6 February, 2013. Electronic bidding will not be permitted. Late bids will be rejected. Bids will be opened in the presence of the bidders representatives who choose to attend in person at the address below on 6 February, 2013 at 11:00 hours GMT. All bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security of 2% of bid price or an equivalent amount in a freely convertible currency. 9. The addresses referred to above are: For obtaining information and bid submission: The Finance Manager Liberia College of Physicians & Surgeons (LCPS) Old Health Ministry, Capitol Bye-Pass Monrovia, Liberia For Bid Opening: Liberia College of Physicians & Surgeons (LCPS) Conference Room Old Health Ministry, Capitol Bye-Pass Monrovia, Liberia
Double Cabin Pickup Vehicles (4x4) Mini Van/Bus
Qty Unit Bid Security Amount 1 Ea 2% of Bid Price 1 Ea

Item Qty
Appendix A
Description/ Part Numbers

Brand new 2009-2013 model (please indicate Model and Year) Tropicalize Engine 125 to 200 cc Air-cooled Started - Kick start and/or electric Chain drive Head light, signal lights and tail light Side mirrors Liberia dealership (if any) availability of spare parts Terms and condition of Payment
Unit Price
Total Price
Remarks
Also indicate optional accessories with prices (helmet, registration, insurance, etc.)
On/Off Road Motorcycles
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INVITATION FOR BIDS FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF GOODS (Purchase of Vehicles) IFB No: NHA/NCB/003/13/14
1. The National Housing Authority is receiving income from its operations for the Fiscal Year 2013-2014 and intends to apply portion of same towards the procurement of Vehicles. 2. The National Housing Authority now invites sealed bids from eligible registered bidders for the supply of vehicles for the Fiscal Year 2013-2014. 3. Bidding will be conducted through the National Competitive Bidding method as enshrined in the PPCA and is open to all eligible bidders within the Republic of Liberia. 4. Specification & Quantity
Basic Duties: The incumbent is required to provide safe, professional and courteous transport for staff, volunteers and other personnel conducting official PC. Serves as Duty Driver, both at the office and up-country during training activities, Provides vehicle support during emergency situations Assures that vehicles are operated in accordance with PC, Embassy and other USG guidelines, and manufacturer specifications. Maintains the daily vehicle logs and reports all vehicle malfunctions or problems to the A/GSO. Records repair and maintenance operations of assigned PC vehicle as outlined in the Vehicle Maintenance Log. Ensures that vehicles are cleaned, inside and outside, every day Other Duties The incumbent may be required to courier cash and/or purchase orders to various vendors who furnish supplies and/or services to PST/IST training site, or other locations as directed by the DMO. He/she may also be required to courier cash to PC trainees or volunteers. He/she will not be functioning as a procurement or disbursing official but will only be acting as an intermediary between the DMO or Disbursing Officer and the recipient. In the case of dealing with vendors, the incumbent will not exercise any procurement discretion concerning the supplies or services to be purchased or the cost limits of these purchases; these will be determined by the DMO. Be knowledgeable and supportive of PC/Liberia safety and security policies and procedures, to include timely reporting of suspicious incidents, persons or articles. Performs all other duties as necessary or requested by the Admin Officer. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE EDUCATION: Completion of Secondary School is required. PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE: At least two years of previous work experience as a driver with US Government Missions, UN Missions, INGO or NGOs is required. LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: Proficient in both written and spoken English. KNOWLEDGE: Must have knowledge of road conditions throughout Liberia and ability to plan vehicle maintenance for such conditions; must be able to demonstrate accuracy in filling out paperwork; knowledge of general vehicle maintenance. ABILITIES AND SKILLS: Must possess a valid Liberian drivers license. Demonstrated ability to drive under difficult situations in rural Liberia and adhere to driving laws. Ability to maintain vehicles in good working condition.
Peace Corps
nder the direct supervision of the Director of Management & Operations (DMO) and General Services Transportation, incumbent is responsible for driving Peace Corps vehicles and providing general maintenance for all Peace Corps vehicles; performs office errands assigned by DMO, picks up and delivers mail. Extensive travel throughout Liberia is required.
A detailed specification is provided in the Technical Specification section of the bidding document.
Qualification requirements include: I. Articles of Incorporation II. Valid Tax Clearance III. Valid Business Registration Certificate IV. Past performance records including names and contacts.
LOT # LOT 1. LOT 2. LOT 3.
Description Double Cabin Pick-Up JEEP (SUV) JEEP (SUV)
Quantity One (1) One (1) One (1)
Bid Security US$800.00 US$800.00 US$1,000.00
To apply: Submit a Cover Letter addressing candidates qualifications for the position, a resume or curriculum vitae, copy of drivers license, diplomas, certificates and the names and contact information for 3 references via email to: pcjobs@lr.peacecorps. gov Please note: Only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted. Contract is contingent on a security background and medical check The deadline for applications is January 17, 2014. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the Contracting Officer. A detailed Statement of Work can be obtained via email request to the pcjobs@lr.peacecorps. gov
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Information Memorandum
5. All interested eligible bidders may obtain copy of the bidding document from the Procurement Unit of the National Housing Authority for a non-refundable fee of US$100.00 beginning 30/12/2013 from 9:00am to 5:00pm daily. 6. All Bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security of the amount stated in the matrix above, for each lot, from a reputable bank in Liberia. 7. Sealed bids must be delivered to the Procurement Unit not later than 12:00 Mid-day 27/01/2014. Late bids will be rejected and returned to bidders unopened. Bids will be opened in the presence of bidders who choose to attend or their representatives on 27/01/2014 at 1:00pm in the conference room of the NHA, Water Side, UN Drive, Monrovia, Liberia. 8. The address referred to is: Procurement Unit National Housing Authority Water Side, UN Drive Monrovia, Liberia.
LBDI Central Monrovia Branch Ashmun & Randall Streets Monrovia, Liberia.
Private Placement of 206,572

Common Stocks of the Liberia Cement Corporation at US$12 per Stock Payable in Full On Application
This offer document is simply an Information Memorandum and does not in any respect represent a prospectus. The offer document and the securities that it bears are directed at selected investors as well as the members of the general public. Every prospective investor to whom this document has been addressed is expected to conduct independent evaluation of the Financial Position and operating results of the Liberia Cement Company.
LBDI Sinkor Branch 9th Street, Sinkor, Tubman Boulevard, Monrovia, Liberia
OFFER CONDITIONS:
Individual: Minimum of 5 stocks at US$12 each Institutions: Minimum of 1,000 Common stocks and additional common stock in multiple of 100.
Signed: ___________________________ MANAGEMENT
Procedures: 1. Application forms are free and available at LBDI Branches on 9th Street Sinkor and Randall & Ashmun Streets 2. Payment can be made by Cash, Managers Check or Debit Authorization
NOV. 18, 2013: Close of Offer: Feb. 18, 2014
LPRC RETIRES THE GREAT SIX

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ix employees of the Liberia Petroleum Refining Company (LPRC) were on Friday, January 17, 2014 honorably retired due to age or tenure as per the Labor Law of Liberia. The six retired employees nickname The Great Six are: William Sharpe, John Dukuly, John Wilson, James Teah, Momo Fofana and Fallah Baryoh. Besides their regular retirement package, each retiree received a well decorated plaque, gold ring and a cheque of US$1,500. Presenting the items to the retirees, Managing Director T. Nelson Williams, II and Board member Ophelia Freeman Johnson hailed the retirees for the exemplary work over the years and wished them all the best as they transition in their new life. In a brief remark, the Managing Director T. Nelson Williams, II thanked the employees for the hard work over the year which led to the company recording huge success and further promised to promote the Liberianization Policy where more Liberian businesses will be empowered. For other honors, TOTAL Liberia and Aminata & Sons Incorporated received honors from Deputy Managing Director for Operations, Aaron J. Wheagar, I for being the highest and second highest Importers of petroleum products, 2013 respectively. Deputy Managing Director for Administration, Jackson Fiah Doe, Jr. presented cash and plaque to Josh Smith as Employee of the year. Also, Financial Comptroller Elizabeth Matu Tubman presented a plaque and cash to Paul Jappah as Assistant Manager of the year, while Managing Director T. Nelson Williams, II presented similar prizes to the Finance and Marine Teams as winner and runner-up for Teams of the year respectively. The Christ Ambassadors musical group entertained the crowd while Quincy T made them laugh their guts out and the party followed with dinner served and everyone getting on the dance floor.
MD T. Nelson Williams, II commending employees for their good work during the year
Asst. Manager of the year Paul Jappah receives honor from Finance Comptroller Elizabeth M. Tubman
Board Member Ophelia Freeman Johnson presents a plaque to retiree Fallah Baryoh
A partial view of the audience
DMDA Jackson Fiah Doe, Jr. Making a remark
DMDO Aaron J. Wheagar, I presents a plaque to Papa Kamara on behalf on TOTAL Liberia
Gbanay Bai Roberts of Public Relations served as MC
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Some members of the Executive Management Team
MD T. Nelson Williams, II presenting a plaque to the Finance team
The Finance Team receives honor from MD T. Nelson Williams, II as Team of the year.
Cadets and other employees preparing to cater
William Sharpe making a remark on behalf of fellow retirees
Retiree John Wilson receives a gold ring from MD T. Nelson Williams, II.
With Quincy T at the occassion there was always laughter
Retirees pose for the camera
Some employees at the program
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January 15, 2014
SURVEY NOTICE
he public is hereby notified that upon the request of Mr. Donald J.I. Williams, represented by Rose Mendscole-Sherman the undersigned Registered Land Surveyor will on Friday, the 24th January A.D. 2014 conduct the survey of one acre of land at 11:00AM.
The land is situated in Cooper Farm, Paynesville and adjoining to properties owned by one Sherman and James C. Crowther.
Accordingly, all those having claim as well as adjoining property owners and care takers of the Coopers property are requested to be present during the conduct of the field survey exercise to avoid future land dispute. Please be present and on time.
This is where business meets customer.
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Peace Corps/Liberia Education Programming and Training Specialist (ED PTS)
REPORTS TO: Programming and Training Manager (PTM) POSITION BRIEF: The ED PTS serves as a member of the Programming and Training (P&T) team and supports 80-100 Volunteers in training, program, administration, and other Volunteer support issues. The ED PTS has responsibility for supporting the planning, development, implementation and administration of Peace Corps Liberias programming and training activities. The ED PTS will support all P&T related activities for the Education Project with support and direction from the Education Program Manager (ED PM) and PTM. During the Pre-Service Training (PST) and In-Service Training (IST) cycles, the PTS will be the full-time technical trainer for the Education Project and will receive support and direction from the TM and ED PM. The ED PTS also represents Peace Corps Liberia with governmental officials and representatives of non-governmental and host country organizations. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES A. Project and Program Support Site Development Site Visits Administrative Program Support Volunteer Program Support B. Development and Implementation Of Training Activities C. Administrative and other Volunteer Support D. Grants Coordination and Management E. Information Resource Center Management F. Safety and Security QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE Education: Bachelors degree in education, project management, community development or relevant field. Experience: Three years progressively responsible experience in Education field and/or community development. Trainer of trainers and adult training experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes: Knowledge of and experience with adult education, education in Liberia, and participatory community analysis for development. Strong experience with group facilitation, session plan design, and cultural adaptation & sensitivity training. Computer skills with Microsoft Office required. Ability to work with minimal supervision Ability to manage and administer small grant programs. Position requires a valid Liberia drivers license and ability to drive a manual vehicle (stick shift). ED PTS must be available and willing to travel throughout Liberia approximately 50-60% of time either accompanied by PM or alone. For a complete Statement of Work please send a request to pcjobs@lr.@peacecorps.gov. Submit a letter of interest, resume and three reference contacts as attachments via email to: pcjobs@lr.peacecorps.gov. No phone calls please. The deadline for applications is January 13, 2014. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the Contracting Officer. A detailed Statement of Work can be obtained at the guard stations of the Peace Corps Office in Congo Town. 1 December 2013
APARTMENT FOR RENT
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hree Bedrooms Apartment with living room, Dinning Room, Kitchen and one Bath room for rent
NATIONAL COMPETITIVE BIDDING Request for Expressions of Interest FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES (RE-ADVERTISED) IFB NO. NASSCORP/NCB/015/13/14
he National Social Security & Welfare Corporation invites Expression of Interest from interested Architectural Consulting Firms for the provision of Architectural Services required for the construction of its Regional Administrative Headquarters to be situated in Kakata, Margibi County. The successful firm will be responsible to develop schematic and detailed designs, Bill of Quantities, Tender Documents, implement the tendering process, and provide quality supervisory services during the construction process. Interested architectural firms who meet the pre-qualification criteria may furnish their Expression of Interest with all necessary documents in a sealed cover along with the covering letter duly signed by an authorized signatory.
This apartment is situated in Kebbah Barnesville Monrovia. If there is any interest you can please contact Mr. Jefferson K. Barclay on his cell number 0880754609 or 0777238212. Thanks for you corporation.
Pre-qualification requirements include the following: 1. Detailed corporate profile including structure and management inventory; 2. Past performance report indicating successful implementation of at least three similar projects with verifiable references; 3. Membership with local and/or international accrediting agencies relative to the provision of architectural services; 4. A list of key implementing staffs with the relevant educational/ technical background 5. Financial capability statement and tax clearances; 6. Legal documents including articles of incorporation and business registration documents; and 7. Payment of social security benefits where applicable. Upon evaluation of the EOI, firms whose submissions meet the prequalification requirements will be shortlisted and issued bid solicitation documents including the Terms of Reference for the Architectural services. The documents will request the firms to submit their Technical and Financial proposals, which indicate the competing firms technical approach to providing the services and the associated remuneration. The winner will be selected based on the fulfillment of the evaluation criteria set forth in the bid documents. Shortlisted firms will be required to pay a non-refundable fee of US$50.00 for bid documents. Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from the Procurement Unit in the office of the Coordinator of General Services at the NASSCORP Complex on 15th Street, from Thursday, January 9, 2014 to Thursday, January 23, 2014 from 10:00am. to 3:00pm on workdays. Deadline for the submission of EOIs is Thursday, January 30, 2014 at 2:00pm. Bids will be opened on the same day at 2:00 pm in the Board Room of NASSCORP located at the Complex Offices on 15th Street, Sinkor, Monrovia in the presence of bidders representatives who choose to attend the bid opening. All EIOs must be sealed and hand-delivered to the following address: The Coordinator, General Services Department, NASSCORP Complex, 15th Street, Sinkor, Monrovia, Liberia Please note that Electronic bidding will not be permitted, and that late bids will be rejected and returned unopened. NASSCORP reserves the right to reject all bids at no cost to the Corporation. Signed: __________________________ The Management NASSCORP
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REPUBLIC OF LIBERIA
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES FIRMS SELECTION)

Republic of Liberia Integrated Public Financial Management Reform Project (IPFMRP); Ministry of Finance Credit No.: IDA50260
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
STRENGTHENING GOVERNANCE- IMPROVING ACCESS TO JUSTICE AND ACCOUNTABILITY Grant No: TF011340 NATIONAL CONSULTANT SERVICES: ACCESS TO JUSTICE (ADR) ADVISOR Request for Expressions of Interest
1. Introduction
The Government of Liberia has received a grant from the International Development Association (IDA) toward the cost of strengthening Governance Improving Access to Justice and Accountability and intends to apply part of the proceeds of this grant to payments under the contract for the recruitment of a National Consultant.
Assignment Title: Business Process Review Consultant

he Republic of Liberia has received a Financing from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA), the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the International Development Association (IDA) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) toward the cost of an Integrated Public Financial Management Reform Project (IPFMRP), and it intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing for consulting services.
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), including various forms of mediation, arbitration and other justice services, is regularly referenced as a solution to challenges faced by the Liberian justice system, including: increasing congestion of court dockets; high numbers of land disputes; significant costs of litigation; procedural delay; and the adversarial nature of proceedings. The Ministry of Justices three-year ADR project will explore ways by which the justice system can be more responsive to the needs of Liberians and examine means of resolving disputes outside of the formal legal process. The overall objective of the ADR project is to determine how ADR is being used in the Liberian context and pilot models that increase the effectiveness, accountability and sustainability of local ADR initiatives through some form of institutionalization or support by the MOJ.
2. Background
The objective of the assignment is to provide management, administrative and technical advice and support to the Ministry of Justice on the establishment of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Liberia through the piloting of ADR system in four counties. Duties & Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the National Consultant in collaboration with the International Consultant will be responsible for helping to facilitate, consensus building and design of the pilot ADR activities; and establishment of pilots in four counties. The consultant will work in close collaboration with officials in the MOJ, in partnership with key strategic partners including the Judiciary, the Law Reform Commission, the Land Commission, the Liberia National Bar Association, Tribal Governors Association, representatives of civil society groups, community leaders / elders and chiefs and justice actors. The Ministry of Justice now invites eligible individual Liberian nationals to indicate their interest in providing the services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (CVs, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions).
3.
Objective of the Assignment
The consulting services (the Services) include the following: i) Conduct functional study of the FreeBalance Application and other financial systems being used by ministries/agencies of the GoL. ii) Undertake a review of financial management processes including the receipting of internally generated funds and subsequent expenditures of all M&As including IFMIS rollout M&As. iii) Undertake a review of financial management processes in Donor Financed Projects (DFP) in Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Education and Ministry of Health and Social Welfare. iv) Identify potential risksand inefficient processes and recommend reengineered new business processes. v) Design and reengineer a prototype of the new business processes (along with identification of structures and processes to be rationalized or strengthened) along with expected service standards in line with business objectives vi) Document on/off IFMIS work flows of the proposed new bus processes vii) Update Financial Management Manual of the GoL to capture re-engineered processes. viii) Review of the requirements of autonomous agencies that are self accounting The Ministry of Finance now invites eligible consulting firms (Consultants) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria are: The firm must have technical competence in Public Management and Management Consulting Concepts such as Business Process Reengineering, Restructuring, and total quality improvement. Firm must have a team of at least two public sector financial management specialists The assignment is to be completed within 35 days. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 1.9 of the World Banks Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants [under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits & Grants] by World Bank Borrowers, January 2011 (Consultant Guidelines), setting forth the World Banks Policy on conflict of Interest. Consultants may associate with other firms in the form of a joint venture or a subconsultancy to enhance their qualifications. The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Selection based on Consultants Qualification (CQS) method set out in the Consultant Guidelines. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0900 to 1600 hours. Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by fax, or by e-mail) by 31st January, 2014. Integrated Public Financial Management Reform Project (IPFMRP) Attn: Mr. Bernard Jappah, PFM Reforms Coordinator Ministry of Finance, 4th Floor Broad and Mechlin Streets Monrovia, Liberia Tell: +231886512462 E-Mail: bjappah@liftliberia.gov.lr Cc: ivanofei@hotmail.com
The Access to Justice (ADR) National Consultant shall have the following educational and professional qualifications: a. Graduate degree in Law, Public Administration, Political Science, or related areas; b. A minimum of five years of relevant working experience; c. Experience working on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and working with traditional communities in Liberia strongly preferred; d. Excellent writing and communication skills; e. Demonstrated experience in conducting research on issues related to Dispute Resolution in similar contexts; f. Familiarity with Liberias social and legal systems An Individual consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Banks Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits and Grants by World Bank Borrowers dated January 2011. Interested individual consultants may obtain further information at the address below from Monday to Friday between 0830 hrs and 1630 hrs during working days. Expressions of Interest, clearly marked Access to Justice (ADR) Advisor National , must be delivered to the address below by hand, mail or email, by 1400 Hrs no later than January 14, 2014. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. The ADR Program Ministry of Justice, Third Floor Ashmun Street, Monrovia, Liberia Or By e-mail: adr.liberia@gmail.com
Qualifications
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GT BANK MD Lauds CBL Boss

--As CBL Staff Association take oath of Office
transformation, growth and stability of the banking sector. The GT Bank MD made the comments on Saturday, January 18, while serving as the keynote speaker at the induction ceremony of the new corps of officers of the Central Bank Staff Association (CEBSA). Speaking at the occasion held at the cafeteria of the CBL in its headquarters in Monrovia, Mr. Orogun said the CBL initiatives are aimed at improving the profitability of the banking industry through credit reference systems and supporting regulation to address the issue of delinquent borrowers and high level of non-performing loans. According to him, the importance of the banking sector in any country cannot be overemphasized, because it is the foundation
By David A. Yates
he Managing Director of the Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBANK), Mr. Dan Orogun, said that there is no doubt about the capability and leadership ability of the Executive Governor of the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL), Joseph Mills Jones, whom he said, has contributed immensely to the economic growth of the country. Mr. Orogun noted that Governor Mills Jones is doing all he can in an effort to make the Liberian financial sector more vibrant, which he said is being especially manifested in the
the introduction of a Treasury bills (reserves) and the CBL bills are intended to enhance the yield on our idle Liberian deposits, availability of medium to
achievement of the past executives and meet the aspiration of the CBL dedicated work force. Your role as a leader in this institution includes bridging the communication gap between staff and executive management.
relationship with the administration of the CBL in seeking the common welfare of its staff. Mr. Cooper also used the occasion to call on the management of the CBL to establish a cordial working relationship with them in
(L-r) Mr. Dan Orogun and members of the newly inducted officer of CEBSA
for that nations economic growth. Mr. Orogun added that
Mobile Money: The Best Route to the African Consumer

ith a growing middle class and a population that is moving into the cities, Africa is on a positive growth trajectory. According to the African Development Bank, African consumers will spend about US$2.2tr annually by 2030. Africa is ushering in positive indicators across the board. The challenge is how to reach this growing demand in a continent where not everyone has access to financial services, rural areas are still highly populated and the costs of expanding ATMs and bank branches to remote rural areas are prohibitive. The best solution for Africa seems then to be mobile commerce. Mobile phone penetration in the continent is much higher than bank account penetration. According to a report by TA Telecom it reached 80% in December 2013 of which 63% was 2G, 26% was 2.5G (also called EDGE, adding low-speed
BY Naziha Bagui (Courtesy:www. howwemadeitinafrica)
data), and only 11% was 3G connections. This sets Africa for diverse payment methods, however the ultimate channel to reach the largest portion of African demand is by SMS (2G) through which M-banking, M-retail, and M-payments are made possible. Business Monitor International estimates that the value of mobile transactions on the continent will move from $12bn in 2011 to $85bn in 2016. Mobile commerce has proved to be a winning formula in a number of African countries. In Kenya it is a true success story. Mpesa, the largest and most developed mobile money platform in the world, has 19.5m subscribers (cellphone users). The platform has also been adopted by 10 Kenyan banks. Central Bank of Kenya data shows that mobile payments in Kenya grew 21.8% to $13.9bn by the end of August 2013 compared to the same period last year. The government has also found the solution perfectly suited to fulfil its goals of financial inclusion, welfare disbursement and inward international transfer pro-
motion. The Kenyan model is proof that the unbanked segment of the population holds great promise of growth. It is also solid evidence that other countries need to adopt the Kenyan model and tune it up to their specific needs. Should we expect the Kenyan model to move across borders and serve as a continental platform allowing mobile money to flow freely between countries? With a mindset of possibility and optimism, Id leave it to time to answer the question. Naziha Bagui is a manager at Infomineo. Infomineo is a business research company, focusing on Africa and the Middle East. The company provides its clients, including the majority of the leading global management consulting firms and several Fortune Global 500 companies, with ad hoc data on countries, markets, companies and people gathered through primary and secondary research. For more information please contact info@infomineo.com or visit www.infomineo.com.
long term funds for nonlending to strategic sectors of the economy and current effort is being put into place so as to ensure that inter-bank market is promoted in the country. The GT Bank boss told the newly inducted executives of the Central Bank Staff Association (CEBSA) that they need to realize that a disgruntled or unhappy work force would not be able to deliver the kind of excellent results expected by the leadership of the organization unless they behave themselves. He noted that such occasions are not just reasons for celebration, but also moments of reflection for the new executives; whose primary objective should be how to improve on the
You should also be willing to render trustworthy, staff-centered, purposeful and courageous leadership in this institution, Mr. Orogun to the CEBSA officers. It is important to realize, for a very successful and dynamic institution like the CBL, which is run on three core processes of strategy, operation and people, that the people process is most important. That is why its often said that people are the most important Assets of an organization, Mr. Orogun concluded. For his part, the newly inducted president of CEBSA, Mr. D. Bouleigh Cooper promised his colleagues that his administration would expand and improve the good working
ensuring that their mandate is achieve. Delivering his inaugural address at the program, Mr. Cooper emphasized that his administration would provide a stable work environment for all staff of the institution. The CEBSA president told employees of the CBL to renew their commitment to the job as they all fight to see a better day. Those inducted into office were: Mr. D. Bouleigh Cooper, president; Miss Bernice Paw, Vice president; Mr. J. Roland Sam, secretary general. Others include Mrs. Sylvia F. Tarkpah, Financial Secretary General; Mrs. Geraldine Layweh, Treasurer; and Mr. Mathias Cooper, Chaplain.
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Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) but could not be absorbed into the workforce. Elder Dessaline Siehka Seahjue told the Daily Observer that The absence of job opportunities is responsible for young people risking their lives. Swen died because someone called him to do them a favor. How did Swen get the tools to climb up the pole? Those tools are not sold in any store in Liberia. Since he was trained by the LEC which could not employ him, he was used by others until he eventually met his premature demise. Another elder in his 60s, Bill Anderson, said, The LEC does not immediately respond to calls when the community needs an emergency job done. These long delays have creatquires preparing the people of the country for responsible governance. He said the EU is committed in the long term to helping Liberia achieve its development agenda. Mr. Rudischhauser noted that the EU does not only engage the country through government, but works with non-governmental organizations to achieve its goals. He pointed out the energy sector as a main area of concentration for investors and business people in Liberia. At the moment, the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) supplies electricity from power generators that consume thousands of gallons of fuel a month; a situation that is believed to leave LEC in deficit almost every time. Because it is cost-intensive to operate, the cost to subscribe is high and many people in Monrovia cannot afford it. In order to address the power needs of Liberia, especially Monrovia where the seat of the Liberian Government is situated, government has aled room for people like Swen to stand in as replacements; the result is his tragic death. At the LEC offices on Bushrod Island, a source who begged for anonymity because he was not authorized to speak for the LEC, said, We have a procedure to respond to consumers calls. We deal with thousands of customers on a daily basis; hence the delay. That does not mean, however, that someone should engage in illegal activities and destroy their lives and the lives of those around them. Meanwhile, the charred remains of Swen were cut down by a team of LEC workers at 10:21a.m., on Sunday morning, in the presence of officers of the LNP and the victims family. lotted US$45 million with an additional $65 million for a concession loan deal with the European Central Bank. In addition, donor nations have committed US$107 million; with Germany and Norway having already pledged their support to commit US$75 million and US$32 million respectively. With these commitments and assurances, electricity is expected to be fully restored to Monrovia and its environs by 2015. However, before the closeddoor meeting between the Ministry of Lands, Mines and Energy and the EU six-person delegation, Minister Sendolo thanked the delegation for committing to Liberias energy sector. He disclosed that sometime this week, President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf will lead an array of government officials to Mount Coffee, where a ground-breaking ceremony will be take place for the reconstruction of the hydro.
wenty-fiveyear-old W i l l i a m Swen(a.k.a. Aquoi) was electrocuted on Saturday night when he attempted an illegal connection for a neighbor, identified only as A.B. in Nyuapanton, near New Kru Town, Monrovia. Swens body hung from an electric pole, as hundreds of people from the community streamed past to cast a glimpse of the hanging corpse. Neighbors told the Daily ObserverSunday, January 19,that it was around 10p.m. Saturday, January 18, when
A.B. along with three others, including two men identified only asMulbah and Billy, visited the victim and woke him from sleep. I told him not to follow behind A.B, said Tina, the distraught pregnant girlfriend of the deceased as she explained the sad tale to the Daily Observer Sunday, lamenting, He did not listen to me. A next door neighbor said, I heard them negotiating the payment. Aquoi asked for US$20 and A.B. said he would give him US$10, which he refused. She said due to A.Bs persistence, they reached an agreement and Swen finally agreed to go along withthe unidentified A.B., who is said to be a
By Joaquin Sendolo, Observer Diplomatic Correspondent
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Sierra Leonean. Aquoi locked me inside our room and took the keys and his mobile phone along with him, Tina said tearfully. In spite of the Daily Observers investigation, there still remains conflicting information about events leading up to the tragedy. Another resident told this paper that police had arrested a man who had attempted to connect an illegal connection on the same pole that electrocuted Swen. The people in the area begged the officer and he was given a bribe of L$500, the witness said, though this could not be confirmed. However, a man who gave his name as Augustine, a next door neighbor of the deceaseds, denied that Aquoi had been arrested by any
member of the Liberia National Police. I was here when the three men came and A.B. pleaded for Aquoi to go with him and do the connection, Augustine said. The Daily Observer also learned that sometime in November , last year, a friend of Aquois---identified as Nakata--- suffered a similar fate. At the familys residence in New Kru Town, the deceaseds mother, Martha Swen, sat in mournful disbelief while she was surrounded by tearful family members. The deceased left behind a one-year-old son from a previous relationship, as well as his girlfriend Tinas unborn child. The Daily Observer also learned that the deceased was a member of a pool of workers who were trained by the
he head of the European Union, (EU) Klaus Rudischhauser, now visiting Liberia, has given assurances that the EU remains committed to assisting the country in its development drive--- especially in the energy sector. Mr. Rudischhauser, who serves as Deputy Director General in the European Commission Directorate for Development and Cooperation, (EuropeAid) gave the pledge last weekend when he met with Lands, Mines and Energy Minister, Patrick Sendolo, at the Ministry on Capitol Hill. According to Mr. Rudischhauser, European Union Development Commissioner, Andris Piebalgs, is attaching high priority to energy as a
key driver for development and has agreed with President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf that energy should be a priority for EU cooperation with Liberia. The Republic of Liberia has been chosen as one of the first countries to receive support from the EUs Technical Assistance Facility (TAF), under the Sustainable Energy for All (SE4ALL) initiative, Mr. Rudischhauser disclosed. According to the EU Deputy Director, his organizations intervention in the energy sector of Liberia is intended to increase access to affordable and sustainable energy services in order to foster economic and social development in Liberia. The EU strongly believes that an affordable supply of energy to households, institutions, and enterprises increases productivity in the economy. It also generates new private enterprises, jobs, as well as improves education and services, Mr. Rudischhauser added.
tioning from one institution of higher learning in the country to other entities of substance. Those masquerading (cloaking, passing themselves off) with those fake academic credentials were noticed recently to be mainly based in Monrovia--gainfully employed with various ministries and agencies including institutions of higher learning. Among the reported intellectual fraudsters, are those that are destined for Gbarnga, Bong County where the Cuttington University (CU) is said to be ripe for employment. Following the recent discovery of a ring of the academic fraudsters, it is being reported that among those involved are some highly placed officials, who soon should face investigation. The pending investigation is expected to be led by authorities at the National Commission on Higher Education (NCHE) and other stakeholders to include personnel from the Ministry of Justice (MOJ). According to pieces of documents in possession of the
Fake Academic
During his visit, Mr. Rudischhauser held talks with authorities of the Ministry of Lands, Mines & Energy, and relevant donors and stakeholders in Liberias energy sector. Although results from the discussion were not disclosed, Mr. Rudischhauser reiterated that the European Union is one of the biggest donors for Liberias energy sector, with a present contribution of more than 65 million Euros (90 million USD). He said discussions are still
Mr. Rudischhauser and Min. Sendolo in handshake after their closed-door meeting
ongoing with the Liberian authorities for additional support to be allocated over the next seven years. Responding to concerns about why the EU remains committed to the development of Liberia, especially in the Forest and Energy sectors, Mr. Rudischhauser stressed that Liberia, having experienced war for many years, is struggling to build a responsible government and governance system. He explained that to set up such a government re-
Daily Observer, some of the suspected academic fraudsters have for many years, been misleading the public about their so-called academic achievements. Copies of some of the fake credentials in possession of this paper contain information highly inconsistence, contestable and or debatable. For example, photo-copies of the To Whom It May Concern, terminal degree of one of the academic fraudsters carries a different metric number against a purported transcript with a conflicting metric number. In another case, the date of graduation on one set of documents, 2008, differs from the documents transcript, dated 2005--most of the documents involved are from universities in Nigeria. These are some of the most sharp contrasts in the academic industry especially with intellectual property that must be well-arranged and structured, one highly placed source in the countrys education sector observed.
Additionally, one of the fakers, now gainfully employed with a Liberian-based credible entity, made his getaway after he reportedly submitted fake credentials with misspelt words and poor grammar on the purported degree. Apparently, the board of interviewers missed a gross misspelling of Columbia, printed on the submitted terminal degree; or did the Board decide to turn a blind eye? Our investigation discovered that a fraudster claimed that the documents mentioned above, had been issued by Columbia University that they said was based in the Washington District of the United States of America. The documents of another fraudster contained two different spellings of the name of the same graduate who claimed to be in possession of a terminal degree in education. Our investigation has further discovered that most of those involved with such academic fraud are acquainted with each other. Those universities that some of these individuals claimed to have graduated from are never found online; when found,
A self-styled degree granting university recently discovered by NCHE

their names are never on the listing of any of the graduating classes. With this latest development in the educational sector of the country, both the Ministry of Education (MOE) and NCHE have promised to conduct separate investigations into the alleged academic scams. MOEs director of communications, J. Maxime Bleetahn, confirmed the information on the fraudulent activities in the sector. He told this paper via mobile phone over the weekend, that the Ministry will not take the allegation lightly, because, according to him, those acts are some of the academic frauds that have besmeared the countrys educational system. The discovery of people with false intellectual credentials was made recently following the discovery of one Ndien Peters with false credentials while serving as vice president for academic affairs at the St. Clements University. This situation compelled the NCHE to order the institution closed on grounds that it had employed an academic fraudster. Another incident included the recent exposure of a fake degree granting institution--CUSWORTH International Business School--- based somewhere in Fiama, Monrovia.
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Bassa Ends 24-Year Trophy Drought

-Defeats Nimba County in Soccer Finals
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triker David Payes double in the 6th and 41st minutes were enough to defeat Nimba 2-1 and to lift the football trophy of the 2013-2014 National County Sports Meet after 24 years, at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Complex. Nimbas consolation goal came through striker Sawtee Nimely in the 57th minute. Grand Bassa led Group 1 but with the absence of its potent striker Varney Sando owing to a controversial 83th-minute red card in the match against Bong, Bassa went into the game as the underdog. Nimba was the favorite, after they humiliated Grand Gedeh
Bassa striker (in white) prepares to shoot the opening goal (Photo by Sando J. Moore)
in the semi-finals with goal punchers Sam Jackson, Yan Dahn and Prince Choppy. Confident Nimba, with an unbeaten record in the tournament, introduced their usual 4-4-3 pattern, but skipper Kweku Mensahs Bassa pulled up an upset their socalled frightening system, with a disciplined 4-man defense, headed by towering defender Emmanuel Gileh, while David Paye was upfront. Grand Bassas personalities at the game were Deputy Speaker Hans M. Barchue, Senate Pro-Tempore Gbehzohgar Findley, Senator Nyonblee Karnga Lawrence as well as Representatives Jeh Byron Browne and Gabriel Smith. For her part, the big smile on President Ellen Johnsons face could tell of her unspoken joy for Bassas triumph. But as a twin mother, the beam was short. It can be recalled that President Sirleaf, during the reign of Julia Duncan Cassell as president of Barrolle, attended the official program of the dedication of Barrolle and her absence during the IEs headquarters dedication indicated that Barrolle was her team. Earlier, Grand Gedeh County convincing pinned Bong County 4-0 to win the 3rd place trophy. Volleyball On Saturday Nimba County won the volleyball trophy, whipping defending champions Bomi County 3-2. The mountainous grasped the first set 25-22 points, with star player Mohammed Varney
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Trophies that all the teams in various categories fought for. The big one was won by the Bassa football team
serving as the main smasher and blocker, but Coach-Player Gibson Otis Nyannehs Bomi rotated the score 25-19. The seesaw battle saw Nimba increased the score 25-18 in their 3rd and narrowly won the fourth set 24-26 points. In the fifth and final sets, Nimba cracked Bomi 15-12 points. Earlier, Margibi won Grand Cape Mount County, in a fourset match to clinch the 3rd place trophy. Cape Mount put on a show in the first set 25-19 points; but lost in the remaining three sets: 25-22points, 25-21 points and 26 and 24 points. The games were played at gym of the Samuel K. Doe Sports Complex. Basketball In the Basketball edition, on Saturday, Grand Bassa dumped Bong County convincingly to win the golden gigantic trophy. The Gbehzohn boys controlled the floor by four quarters. The Gibi boys, also won the 3rd place trophy, when she flushed Bomi, 83-41 points. Kickball Yesterday, double kickball champs Margibi bowed to Nimba 8-7 points in the grand final. Diamondlyn Wah was awarded the Best Player of the Match. Earlier, Nimba County won third the place trophy, when she thumped Gbarpolu 2-1. Gbemee Nyumah was the Best Player of the Match. Athletics Nimba County completed the 22-events in athletics with 77 medals. The events are 100m (male and female); 200m (male and female); 400m (male and female); 800m (male and female); 1500m (male and female) and 5000m (male and female). Other events include 4x100m (male and female); 4x400m (male and female); high jump, long jump and shot put. Grand Cape Mount emerged 2nd with 37 medals, while Grand Bassa settled third with 32 points. Lucy Massaquoi from Grand Cape Mount, 19, is the Most Valuable Player. She participated in five events; won three gold medals and silver. Over crowdedness About 9 persons, especially females fainted on the field despite the spray of water by the Liberia Fire Service owing to the denseness of the spectators. The over crowdedness broke the wire fence, and spread to the perimeter, which was also crowded. Most fans blamed the organizer of the tournament for its inability to sell tickets per the number of seats taking into consideration the numbers of officials and staffs access passes including players access. They also pointed fingers at the various security apparatus, serving as security, including Police, Immigration, AFL, Fire Service, Scout as well as Taekwondo athletes.
LTA Chairman Angelique Weeks in the background with County Meet cyclists after the race at the SKD Complex
Its great to see the youth involved in an event like this, she told the crowd most of the time we focus on soccer and there is so much more we can do in other sporting areas to encourage development. LINCA President Jerry Freeman said, The teams are so grateful to LTA, they followed through and showed up to encourage us also. Acrobatic riders dazzled the crowd outside the SKD Stadium prior to the race. Each county was represented by two riders in a ten lap race that took them down the S.D.
he Liberia National Cyclists Association, (LINCA) got a surprise sponsor that not only believed in them but showed up to urge them across the finish line on Sunday as over 30 cyclists competed for this years national title. The Liberia Telecommunications Authority partnered with the Ministry of Youth & Sports to give the LINCA a boost they really needed to prepare for the annual event and LTA Chairman Angelique Weeks showed up just before they got underway.
Cooper Road all the way up to the Paynesville Junction and around again. William Johnson, representing Gbarpolu County, emerged as this years winner, riders from Cape Mount County and Nimba came in second and third. The LTA Commissioners are getting ready for senate confirmation hearings later this month. Confirmation for Chairman Weeks will mean four more years at the helm of Liberias regulatory authority, the Weeks Commission took office in 2009. ---Contributed.
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seeing the full renovation of Robertsports former water treatment plant and installation of pipe-borne water points throughout the city as much as you are, the American Ambassador said. She congratulated the local steering committee, LWSC managers, staff, employees, chiefs, elders and others associated with the water project for preparations and work so far initiated. I know you have worked tirelessly with support from the LMWP to finalize the designs, sign contracts, and secure land for the various points throughout the city. You have undertaken the kind of careful planning that sustainable water demands, praised the Ambassador. She furthered that the U.S. Government has been supporting the project since 2011 by undertaking feasibility studies and developing master designs with local leadership to establish an institutional framework for Robertsports water system. We are committed to seeing this work through to completion, in partnership with the LWSC, the Liberian Govern-
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he ground-breaking ceremony for a US$5 million water project took place in Robertsport, Grand Cape Mount County last Thursday, January 16. The project is being implemented by the Liberian Municipal Water Project (LMWP) with support from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The ceremony was graced by the United States Ambassador to Liberia, Madam Deborah Malac, USAIDs Global Water Coordinator, Chris Holmes, LWSC Managing Director, Mr. Charles Allen, top US Embassy officials, as well as many distinguished Liberians. Speaking at the program Ambassador Malac reminded all that access to clean water in Liberia still remains low, despite the developmental progress made since the end of the
(L-R) US Amb. Deborah Malac (middle, with shovel) and others breaking ground in Robertsport, for the pipe-borne project civil crisis. in 2003. Amb. Malac placed emphasis on the fact that more than a quarter of Liberian citizens lack access to safe drinking water. That is why we are pleased to join you today to officially launch the construction of a water pipeline extension from the water treatment plant into your area, she declared. Rebuilding Liberias Robertsports included water infrastructure is no easy task. I know this pipeline extension has been a long time coming, and Im looking forward to
Nigerian Heroin Swallower in Court

By Abednego Davis
trafficking. It is not clear whether the defendant was released on Thursday or remanded to the Monrovia Central Prison, where he has been detained since his arrest on January 11 of this year. The crimes are bailable under our Law. Though, the status of his case is unknown, he was seen sitting on the prisoners bench in the courtroom, along with other accused; he was apparently waiting for his lawyer to secure a bail bond for his release. His arrest had been effected by the DEA on January 11, around 4:10P.M at the RIA. Mr. Paul is charged in violation of Section 41.23, of the Public Health Law of Liberia. During preliminary investigation, it was established that defendant Paul was contacted by cell-number #+923065908794, belonging to one John Okarfor in Pakistan. His assignment was to secure the substance and bring it to Liberia, this paper was told. The DEA said that it was Okarfor who instructed defendant Paul to deliver the heroine to another Nigerian, identified as 50-50 who resides in Liberia. Upon Pauls arrival in Liberia, 50-50 was to immediately contact cell number #0880531354.
ment, and the Local Steering Committee, Ambassador Malac assured. She, however, reminded Liberians that the project would not happen overnight and that USAID would work hard with the LWSC to get the next phase of construction moving later this year. According to the Ambassador, the water treatment plant and pipe-line extension would see the immediate benefit of clean water to 200 households and nearly 1,000 citizens and residents of Robertsport. In brief remarks, the Managing Director of the LWSC, Mr. Charles Allen, pointed out that as a major custodian of water initiatives in Liberia the dream for the provision of quality water to Liberians, businesses and foreign residents, was indeed in sight. Mr. Allen expressed delight over efforts of the LWSC and its support partners, especially USAID. He said their assistance would help the Liberian Government in its drive to restore pipe-borne water to all parts of the country, on a gradual and steady basis.
r. Johnson Paul, a Nigerian accused of entering the county with 795 kilo grams of heroin valued as US$23,250 last Thursday, January 16, appeared at the Monrovia City Court, at the Temple of Justice. Defendant Paul was said to have swallowed the drug in Pakistan with the intention of smuggling it into this country, according to the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). He was charged with unlawful possession and distribution of illegal substances and drug
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Bassa Ends 24-year Trophy Drought

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---Defeats Nimba County in Soccer Finals

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