23/02/2024
Liberians United for Boakai Election (LUBE-E)
Margibi County, Republic of Liberia
February 22, 2024
**Press Statement**
For Immediate Release
Addressing Dissatisfaction in Government Appointments
In response to recent concerns regarding dissatisfaction in government appointments, we, as Margibians, acknowledge the importance of fostering transparency and equity in the selection process. It is crucial that all appointments across all counties, including Margibi County, are based on merit and competence.
Especially recognizing those who worked tirelessly for the victory of His Excellency Joseph Nyumah Boakai's presidency, we stand firm against political opposition to the JNB and JKK election. Powerful political leaders like Senator James Emmanuel Nuquay, Senator Nathaniel Farlo Mcgill, Sekou Kalasco, Honorable Ansu Sonii, Hon. Dominic Kweme, Hon. Thelma Mason, Hon. James Massaquoi, Mr. Stephen H. Toe etc. Despite their financial strength.
Despite the lack of financial support from the Unity Party or the JNB and JKK Ticket, we, as an Auxiliary Group, campaigned vigorously throughout Margibi County. We are kindly advocating for qualified and competent Margibians to be included in government appointments.
We urge a reevaluation of the nominations list to ensure that qualified Margibians who have actively supported the cause are not overlooked. The recent nomination of Mr. James Aramah Massaquoi, who previously opposed JNB's election, for a prominent position at the Ministry of Education is a disappointment to us, as many qualified and competent partisans have been excluded.
Furthermore, Mr. James Aramah Massaquoi's nomination presents a conflict of interest due to his school in Gbandi Community, Kakata City, Margibi County. We respectfully request His Excellency Dr. Joseph Nyumah Boakai to reconsider this nomination and replace it with deserving Margibians from our county.
We propose the following qualified Margibians for consideration, along with their educational qualifications:
1. Dr. John S. Smith - Doctorate Degree Holder
2. Roosevelt S. V. Kortu Jr. - BSc, MPH, MED (Administration)
3. Hon. John Z. Buway - Bachelor of Science in Forestry, Master's in Education
4. Cooper B. Saysay - Bachelor in Civil Engineering, Master in Civil Engineering
5. Vilar Jackollie - Master's Degree in Agricultural Studies
6. Jerry Jenkin Quoi
Bachelor of Art in Public Administration & Master in Public Sector Administration and multiple Bachelor's degrees within the county.
To the President of the Republic of Liberia, His Excellency Dr. Joseph Nyumah Boakai, and Vice President, His Excellency Jeremiah Kpan Koung, entrusted by Margibians and Liberians to uphold fairness and accountability, we emphasize the need for a cohesive administration that truly represents the diversity and aspirations of our society.
We advocate for Margibi to receive its fair share of the national political cake 🎂
Thank you.
Signed by
Roosevelt SV Kortu
General Secretary
Approved by
Zuannah Mollay
Chairman