MONROVIA – Former Representative candidate of Buu-Yao Electoral District 5 in Nimba County, Hon. Jessie K. Miamen, has issued a strong and direct call on the Rescue Mission government to provide jobs and opportunities for the sons and daughters of District 5, declaring that the people’s overwhelming electoral support must be rewarded with tangible development.
By Edwin G. Genoway, Jr, -edwin.genoway@frontpageafricaonline com
Miamen stressed that the young people and professionals of Buu-Yao District 5 cannot continue to stand on the sidelines while governance unfolds without their inclusion.
He argued that the district’s loyalty and sacrifices during the 2023 elections demand visible dividends in the form of employment, appointments, and infrastructure.
“Political rewards are not reserved for Heaven, they must be realized here on earth through visible development and empowerment,” Miamen declared. “We must not be sidelined or treated as spectators in the unfolding governance process.”
Backing his demand with electoral data, Miamen pointed out that District #5 gave the second-highest votes in Nimba County next to District #7 in support of the Rescue Mission.
In the first round of the 2023 elections, the Unity Party ticket of Joseph N. Boakai and Jeremiah K. Koung secured 15,289 votes, representing 71 percent, in District #5, while the Coalition for Democratic Change received 3,430 votes, or 15.96 percent.
In the runoff election, the Unity Party maintained dominant support with 14,875 votes, accounting for 83 percent, compared to CDC’s 3,090 votes, or 17.2 percent.
According to Miamen, such overwhelming backing reflects trust and confidence in the government’s promises—trust that must now be honored.
“Nimba County’s destiny cannot be fulfilled in the absence of reconciliation and unity,” he said. “In union strong, success is assured, and Nimba’s future will be secured.”
While congratulating the Nimba Legislative Caucus for their continued service, Miamen emphasized that true leadership must go beyond symbolic representation and focus on fairness. He argued that resource allocation, development projects, and job opportunities must be distributed equitably across all nine electoral districts of the county.
“Leadership must be measured not only by representation but by fairness,” he stated, adding that balanced development is the only way to ensure shared prosperity.
He further warned that ignoring capable citizens and marginalizing entire districts could create unnecessary division and resentment.
“It is a grave mistake to ignore the quests of citizens, to sideline or strangulate potential people and regions out of fear that empowerment breeds competition,” Miamen said. “True leadership recognizes that empowered citizens are not threats but partners in progress.”
Miamen maintained that inclusive governance and equitable development remain the pillars for lasting unity in Nimba County.
He called on the Nimba Legislative Caucus and national stakeholders to place fairness, reconciliation, and shared opportunity at the center of decision-making.
“The future of Nimba County lies in inclusive governance, equitable development, and the courage to embrace every citizen’s potential,” he concluded. “Together, we can uphold the Nimba Solidarity and transform our County into a model of unity and prosperity for Liberia.”
