Dr. Lekilay Tehmeh of the Liberia Medical and Dental Council talks about the effects of Liberia’s poor doctor to patient ratio.
Liberia’s 4.5 Million Population Has Only 298 Medical Doctors
According to the Liberia Medical and Dental Council, there are currently 298 medical doctors responsible for the country’s 4.5 million population, making the doctor per patient ratio 1:15,000.
U.S. Donates Several Military Vehicles to Armed Forces of Liberia
On Monday, the United States government donated twenty-two vehicles to the Armed Forces of Liberia.
Koffa Expects Additional Charges in Global Witness Investigation
Following a visit to the United Kingdom and the United States, Fonati Koffa has said there would likely be an increase in the charges on three individuals who were already indicted in the ongoing investigation related to the Global Witness report.
As Ex-Sergeant is Jailed, Army’s Neglect Apparent in Documents
In the ongoing case involving Seargeant Melvin K. Tolbert, the Armed Forces of Liberia appears to have demonstrated negligence in meeting its obligations to one of its soldiers who was injured while on duty, according to documents provided to The Bush Chicken.
Australian Exploration, EXSECOM Shut Down for US$57 Million Tax Evasion
The Liberia Revenue Authority has temporarily shut down the Australian Exploration Drilling Company and Executive Security Consultancy Inc. for over US$57 million in tax evasion.
Ministry of Health Driver Nabbed for Murder of Market Woman
Police have charged a suspect in the case of a murdered businesswoman who was traveling from Fissibu, Lofa to Monrovia.
Officer Accused of Duping Renters Sentenced to Prison
A dismissed officer of the Liberia National Police, Alexander Toe, who was recently accused of cheating several individuals in search of rental properties, has been sentenced to one year imprisonment at the Monrovia Central Prison.