In the heart of Grand Gedeh County, Liberia, a storm continues to brew, and its epicenter lies within the controversy surrounding the appointment of Former Representative Alex Chersia Grant as Superintendent.
What began as murmurs of discontent has now erupted into a full-fledged protest led by the concerned citizens of Grand Gedeh, both within Liberia and across the diaspora.
Their concerned citizens keep resisting Grant’s appointment noting that ” It must be revoked in the interest of maintaining peace, integrity, and effective leadership within the county”.
The Concern Citizens of Grand Gedeh have taken their grievances to the international stage, petitioning influential bodies such as the United States Embassy, the European Union, and the Mano River Union.
Their plea to President Joseph Nyumah Boakai is unequivocal: rescind the appointment of Alex Grant before the situation escalates into a potential crisis with far-reaching regional implications.
At the crux of the matter lies a fundamental question of credibility and integrity. Alex Grant, a former Representative of District-1, ascended to the position of Superintendent on April 24, 2024, following a confirmation by the Liberian Senate.
However, his tenure has rolled in controversy from the outset, with allegations surfacing that he falsified his academic credentials, resulting in expulsion from both the University of Liberia and the Cuttington University College.
For the Concern Citizens of Grand Gedeh, Grant’s alleged tarnished reputation undermines the effective leadership and moral authority.
Weafus Quitoe, a vocal member of the group, asserts that Grant’s actions do not align with the principles of good governance and ethical conduct expected of a public official entrusted with the well-being of the county’s residents.
The call for Grant’s removal reverberates beyond the borders of Grand Gedeh County, resonating with those who recognize the significance of upholding integrity and accountability in governance to include International missions promoting peace and development, who have been urged to intervene and ensure that President Boakai heeds the voices of the concern citizens of Grand Gedeh.
As tensions continue to mount, the fate of Grand Gedeh County still remains uncertain.
The outcome of their stance if adhered to will not only shape the future of local governance within Liberia but also serve as a test for the nation’s commitment to upholding democratic values and ethical standards.
