Brewerville, Montserrado County – Bishop Kortu Brown has issued a heartfelt appeal to President Joseph Nyumah Boakai, calling on him to intervene in the pending dismissal of approximately 300 employees from the Ministry of Transport (MOT).
The workers are at risk of losing their jobs following a controversial contract awarded to a foreign company, which has assumed responsibilities previously managed by Liberians.
The affected employees argue that the decision threatens their livelihoods and undermines national interest.
Bishop Brown commended the Liberian Senate for siding with the workers by calling for a suspension and thorough review of the contract. He emphasized that the concerns raised reflect a broader national struggle for justice, equity, and accountability.
As Liberia prepares for a national day of fasting and prayer on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, Bishop Brown highlighted the deeper moral and spiritual purpose of the occasion.
Citing Isaiah 58:6–7, he reminded the nation that genuine fasting is not merely about abstaining from food, but about relieving the burdens of the oppressed and addressing the needs of the vulnerable.
Echoing public sentiment, Bishop Brown asserted that Liberian workers must be prioritized for the country to truly move forward. “No foreign company—not even the Liberia Transport Management—should be preferred over Liberians or Liberian interests,” he stated.
He urged President Boakai to act swiftly to protect the jobs of the affected workers and uphold national dignity.
In his closing remarks, Bishop Brown appealed to the public to show compassion and solidarity, noting that those fighting to retain their jobs are fellow citizens and children of God, deserving of empathy and support in this critical time.
