River Gee County—Cllr. Kun Teh, a dedicated local leader, is making significant strides in addressing the challenges of healthcare, education, infrastructure, and agriculture in River Gee County. 

By Yaway Jaivey

Cllr. Teh, known for his commitment to empowering his community through hard work and goodwill, is concluding a week-long initiative providing free surgical operations for individuals with medical complications—an unprecedented effort in River Gee County.

On November 9, 2024, Cllr. Teh wrapped up the first of its kind surgical outreach, which aimed to improve health outcomes in the area. 

He has also spearheaded the construction of a modern Regional Transport Union Office and established a local community radio station in Sarbo Wifeken. 

Additionally, he has pledged to revitalize the Voice of Webbo radio station by acquiring new equipment.

In the field of education, Cllr. Teh is supporting numerous students at Tubman University, having previously covered the fees for over 35 students during the last academic term. 

He has announced plans to introduce a scholarship program designed to assist at least 50 students every semester across various universities. 

Cllr. Teh’s commitment to education is further highlighted by his donation of a set of speakers to the Ba-Tu-lee Intellectual Center in Fish-Town.

Cllr. Teh, according to the locals, exemplifies the belief that one does not need to hold a government position to effect change and empower others. 

Citizens of River Gee County have termed Cllr. Teh’s initiatives in the county and impactful services which reflect a commendable dedication to improving their lives.

Monrovia- The River Gee County football team has won its first National County Sports Meet Trophy since the establishment of the county in 2000. Considered as underdogs in the special edition of the 2023/2024 National County Sports Meet, the boys from Fish Town surprised many by reaching the final and defeating the experienced and most cheered team, Lofa County. River Gee, after a tough 90-plus extra 30 minutes, pulled their hearts out to beat Lofa 4-1 to lift the title.

By: Christopher C Walker christopherc.walker@frontpageafriaconline.com 0777898224/0886723075

The Southeasterners took an early lead through their striker Blamo Weah in the 11th minute, but Lofa leveled things later in the 32nd minute through James Tarpeh. Both teams displayed fantastic football, ending the first half 1-1. After the break, Lofa took the lead with a diving header from James Tarpeh, but Jusu Dukuly leveled things in added time for River Gee, sending the match into extra time.

It was an end-to-end encounter as both teams attacked and defended well. The match had to be determined from the penalty spot after the extra 30 minutes, and the boys from the southeast converted four of their penalties while Lofa missed two out of five shootouts, as jubilant fans could not stop celebrating inside the stands.

River Gee eliminated Bong and Grand Bassa on their journey to the final. Sunday’s championship is the first for River Gee County and the second final they have played in since becoming a county in 2000. River Gee coach Daniel Sasley, winning the title for River Gee, has set another record for himself and the tournament by breaking the deadlock for River Gee, giving the county its first-ever County Meet trophy. Coach Sasley also won the title with Grand Kru County in 2019.

“My mission is accomplished, and I am so happy to be a part of this landmark history-making event,” said Daniel Sasley.

River Gee County walked away with two million Liberian dollars as a cash prize and a giant-sized trophy.

In the kickball grand final, Rivercess County girls narrowly defeated Nimba County in a competitive and classical kickball penalty shootout to be crowned the 2023/2024 kickball champions. The Rivercess girls won the match on a higher advantage in the shootout after the regular seven innings ended 2-2 in home runs.

In the third-place match on Saturday, Lofa beat Bomi 4-2 in home runs in kickball, while Nimba won third place following Grand Bassa players walking off the pitch due to what they termed a fake penalty awarded to Nimba County.

Speaking at the close of the tournament, Youth and Sports Minister Cllr. Jero Cole Bangalu appreciated all the sponsors, participating teams, including the fans, for the good spirit of unity, discipline, and support throughout the entire tournament, which led to the successful end of the sporting festival.

Fish Town, River Gee – In a significant legal development, the Paramount Chief of Netuajah Chiefdom, Toubo Administrative District, River Gee County, Mr. Levi Tarwily, has been sentenced to 30 days in jail by the 15th Judicial Circuit Court for River Gee. The sentencing was handed down by Circuit Court Judge His Honor Wesseh Alphonsus Wesseh after Mr. Tarwily was found guilty of interfering with the administration of justice in a statutory rape case.

The case revolved around a statutory rape suspect whose case was reported to the Toubo Magisterial Court. Under the law, the crime of statutory rape falls beyond the jurisdiction of magisterial courts, but magistrates have the authority to issue writs and transfer such cases to the Circuit Court for trial.

However, it was alleged that when the case was reported to Magistrate John Slopaw, he attempted to issue a writ of arrest for the accused. Paramount Chief Tarwily intervened, preventing the court from taking further action and went as far as extracting statements from the accused, the 12-year-old victim, and the victim’s parents at his paramount chief compound in Toubo Sweaken. Subsequently, the accused fled the area.

Unsatisfied with the Paramount Chief’s interference in the case, Magistrate Slopaw filed a complaint with Circuit Judge Wesseh. Judge Wesseh promptly convened a conference, attended by Mr. Tarwily, County Superintendent Hon. Philip Q. Nyenueh, and Head of the Traditional Council of Chiefs of River Gee Chief James Pah Sayee. During this meeting, Mr. Tarwily openly admitted to investigating the suspect and extracting statements from involved parties.

The court’s appointed amicus curiae, County Attorney for River Gee Atty. Fofie Kamara, County Defense Lawyer Atty. Amos Nyenator, and County Inspector Mr. Paul C. Brook all acknowledged Mr. Tarwily’s wrongdoing but requested the court to show mercy.

However, after the conference, Judge Wesseh found Mr. Tarwily in contempt of court for repeatedly interfering in criminal matters. In an effort to uphold the constitutional mandate of the Judiciary and the doctrine of separation of powers, Judge Wesseh ordered Mr. Tarwily’s detention for 30 days at the Fish Town Central Prison as a deterrent.

Upon hearing the verdict, Court Superintendent praised the court for protecting its image and the doctrine of separation of powers. He issued a stern warning to all local government officials, urging them to refrain from interfering in criminal matters and to exercise their responsibilities in their respective chiefdoms with caution.

The sentencing of the Paramount Chief sends a strong message about the importance of respecting the separation of powers and the rule of law within Liberia’s legal system, emphasizing that no one, regardless of their position, is above the law.