In March, the Institute for Research and Democratic Development released its Annual Legislative Report for 2015. The report, which assesses the performances of lawmakers, indicated that Nimba’s Senator Prince Y. Johnson performed poorly in the Senate.
Boakai Dedicates Service Center in Nimba
On April 26, Vice President Joseph N. Boakai dedicated the Nimba County Service Center in Sanniquellie. The occasion was graced by both national and local government officials, traditional leaders, women, and youth groups from across the county.
Alternative Maternity Health Services for Lower Margibi as Lisnow Maternity Clinic Formally Opens
In the small community of Barclay Farm on the outskirts of Firestone, a new maternity clinic has been declared open. The Lisnow Maternity Clinic formally opened for operations on April 30th during a festive ceremony attended by community members, most of whom are retirees of the Firestone Rubber Company.
Security Changes at RIA Raise Questions Regarding Implementation
At the Roberts International Airport, families who are seeing off travelers will now find that security guards at the entry gate will prevent them from entering beyond the perimeter gate.
Sen. Tornonlah’s Office Not Definite on Date for Constituency Report
Amid the release of IREDD’s 2015 legislative performance report which scored Margibi’s Senator Jim Tornonlah poorly in plenary participation, the senator’s office has declined to state a date when the senator will make a constituency report to citizens of the county.
Nimba Commemorates World Malaria Day
Between 2000 and 2015, the number of malaria cases and deaths in Africa declined by 42% and 66%, respectively, according to a message from the World Health Organization’s Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti.
NRI Workers Receive Five Months Back Pay
After protests by workers against the management of the Nimba Rubber Inc. over salary delay, workers have now received their five months’ salary arrears.
Representative Aspirant in Nimba Vows to Trim Lawmakers’ Salary
A preacher turned politician has promised voters that if he is elected in 2017 to the House of Representatives, he would sponsor a bill to reduce the salaries of lawmakers at the National Legislature.