26/08/2023
Title: The Tricky Tale of VP Joe Boakai
Once upon a time, in a peaceful village nestled in the heart of Lofa County, Liberia, lived a group of wise and kind-hearted villagers. They believed that a true leader should be a role model and a steward, guiding their people towards a better future. Among them, there was a man named Joe Boakai, who had a reputation that raised eyebrows.
Joe Boakai was known as a con artist, a person who used tricks and deception to achieve his goals. The villagers had heard stories about his cunning ways, but one particular incident stood out as a prime example of his craftiness.
In the village, there lived a Fula businessman named Jalloh. One day, Joe Boakai decided he needed money, but he didn't have any honest means to earn it. So, he hatched a plan. He found a sick and slim belly goat and took it to Jalloh to sell. However, Jalloh saw through the ruse and refused to buy the sickly goat.
Undeterred, Joe Boakai returned home and got an idea. He took a bucket of water and added a generous amount of salt to it. He then gave this salty water to the goat, and the poor creature drank it all. As a result, the goat's belly expanded, and it looked healthier than before.
Armed with his trick, Joe Boakai returned to Jalloh, claiming that he had brought another goat to sell. Jalloh was surprised to see the goat looking plump and well-fed. Thinking it was a different goat, he decided to buy it. Joe Boakai managed to deceive Jalloh into buying the same sick goat by making its belly appear larger.
Later on, Joe Boakai even bragged about his clever plan to the villagers. He confessed that he knew the goat's belly would deflate and become slim again, just like before. The villagers were appalled by his dishonesty and realized that he was not a leader to be trusted.
The moral of this story is clear: A true leader should be honest, trustworthy, and transparent. Joe Boakai's actions showed that he was willing to deceive others for his personal gain, even if it meant using dishonest tricks. The villagers of Lofa County understood that a leader's character and integrity are far more important than any temporary gains.
As they shared this story with their children, they imparted the values of honesty, integrity, and the importance of choosing leaders who truly care for the welfare of the people. And so, the village continued to thrive under the guidance of leaders who embodied these virtues, ensuring a bright and promising future for all.