By Hogkins D. Tokpah,
Residents of Charley, Sian, Kpue, and Cotton-tree towns in Grand Bassa County are calling on the National Elections Commission to move them from Electoral District #2 back to District #4, citing what they describe as growing neglect by their current lawmaker, Clarence T. Banks.
Community members say they feel underserved since their reassignment, arguing that they previously benefited more from development initiatives, regular engagement, and community outreach under District #4 representation.
They claim that since joining District #2 following the 2023 elections, key basic services have declined, including access to clean water, road maintenance, and adequate healthcare facilities.
Residents also say they have not seen the level of visibility and community interaction they once experienced, adding that repeated efforts to engage their current representative have not yielded results.
Women leaders from Charley and Cotton-tree towns described the situation as difficult, noting that basic living conditions have worsened and development support has been limited.
Some residents are now considering re-registering under District #4 if their concerns are not addressed.
Efforts to obtain a response from Representative Banks were unsuccessful at the time of reporting.
The situation remains developing as the communities continue to push for action from electoral authorities and local leadership.
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