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.
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.
Dr. Pailey: Dual Citizenship Bill Must Explicitly State Obligations of Dual Citizens
London-based Liberian scholar Robtel Neajai Pailey held a lecture at the University of Liberia’s main campus last Wednesday to present the findings of her doctoral research on dual citizenship and nationality.
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.
Margibi’s Sen. Tornonlah and Rep. Nuquay Listed for Poor Performance, Legislators Cited for Misuse of Funds
On Monday, the Institute for Research and Democratic Development released its 2015 legislative performance report grading lawmakers of the 53rd National Legislature. The report ranked specific lawmakers on various aspects of their performances and highlighteds overall concerns with the institution.
Prince Yormie Johnson Announces a New Political Party
Senator Prince Yormie Johnson of Nimba County has disclosed information about the formation of a new political party. Speaking to a crew of journalist in Cocopa over the weekend, Senator Johnson said all is now set to finally register the party with the National Elections Commission.
Senate Passes Bill to Establish Vocational Center in Ganta
A bill to establish a vocation and technical institute in Ganta has been approved by the Senate after having left the House of Representatives in March 2014.
Liberty Party’s Nimba Head Denies Merger Talks with Unity Party
The chairman of Liberty Party’s Nimba branch has denied claims that the opposition party has agreed to join forces with the ruling Unity Party in the upcoming 2017 elections.