MONROVIA – U.S.-based Liberian and trained U.S. military personnel Prince Ngaima has accused Patriotic Entrepreneurs of Liberia (PATEL) National Chairman, Dominic Nimely, of failing to fulfill a financial agreement concerning the sale of a customized motorbike worth USD $15,000.
By: Julius Konton, contributing writer
Ngaima said he shipped the motorbike to Liberia in 2023 for sale and was introduced to Nimely through mutual acquaintance Ceazer Woods. Nimely was entrusted with the sale, with the clear instruction to return the bike if the agreed price wasn’t met.
According to Ngaima, Nimely consistently assured him the bike was safe and that offers made—ranging from $6,000 to $7,000—were rejected on his behalf. Ngaima eventually requested the bike be returned to Mr. Woods’ residence. However, he claimed it took Nimely several weeks to comply.
Upon receiving the bike, photos and videos revealed significant damages. Ngaima alleged the bike, which was brand new upon arrival, had been tampered with. He further stated that despite numerous discussions, Nimely failed to honor a gentlemen’s agreement to cover the repair cost, reportedly estimated at $3,400.
Tensions escalated when Ngaima attempted to seize a vehicle from Nimely’s used car lot in Jallah Town as leverage. This led to a confrontation where Nimely allegedly accused Ngaima of holding his staff at gunpoint—a claim Ngaima has denied, although he admitted to legally carrying a holstered firearm as a licensed military professional.
The incident drew the attention of Liberia National Police officers, who confiscated Ngaima’s firearm and transported both parties to LNP headquarters. Ngaima has since expressed concerns that his weapon might be misused while still in police custody.
In an interview, Ngaima declared he no longer wants repairs or partial compensation but is now demanding the full $15,000 or an asset of equivalent value. “I’ve waited too long and been disrespected too often,” he said. “Enough is enough.”
When contacted, Nimely disputed Ngaima’s account, claiming their original agreement was to cover $1,600–$1,700 in repairs. He presented text messages and video calls apologizing for delays and confirmed he attempted to pay $2,000 in installments, which Ngaima rejected.
Nimely further accused Ngaima of threatening his staff with a firearm, a claim that several witnesses interviewed by this reporter denied. “He had a gun, but he didn’t threaten anyone,” one witness said.
As tensions persist, the bike remains at the residence of Ceazer Woods. Photos obtained by this outlet show visible damage to the once-new vehicle. Nimely maintains he was out of the country when the damage occurred and denied any misuse of the bike.
Meanwhile, Nimely has hinted at revisiting the gun-point allegation with the police. Ngaima, however, remains undeterred. “I won’t be intimidated. I just want what’s mine—$15,000 for my bike.”
The dispute, now stretching into its third year, continues without resolution.
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