Rédaction Africa Links 24 with New Dawn
Published on 2024-02-22 01:25:00
The nomination of Dr. Edward Liberty as Executive Director of the National Identification Registry (NIR) by President Joseph Nyumah Boakai has stirred up controversy, with the current Executive Director, Andrew Peters, vehemently rejecting the decision. Peters argues that the appointment of an Executive Director is the responsibility of the Board of Directors, as stipulated by an Act of the National Legislature. He asserts that President Boakai does not have the legal authority to make such an appointment and describes the decision as ill-advised and detrimental to the Republic.
Peters attributes the President’s decision to pressure from supporters of the ruling Unity Party (UP) who are eager for appointed positions and accuses President Boakai of disregarding tenure positions in government. He emphasizes that he was appointed to serve as Executive Director by the Board of Directors, headed by former Internal Affairs Minister Varney K. Sirleaf, and highlights that he still has over three years left in his tenure. Peters firmly maintains that the President has no authority to appoint an Executive Director at the NIR and is consulting his legal team regarding the situation.
Furthermore, President Boakai’s nomination of Dr. Edward Liberty and Alphonso Belleh as Executive Director and Deputy Director of the NIR respectively, subject to senate confirmation, has prompted swift responses from Andrew Peters and Nimba County District#7 Representative Musa H. Bility. Representative Bility has written to President Boakai, reminding him of tenure positions in government and urging him to review such positions before making nominations.
In an effort to hold the President accountable, Representative Bility took to Facebook to remind him of the importance of adhering to the laws and not succumbing to pressure from supporters for ‘jobs’. His post reflects concerns about the flaunting of laws and legal procedures in the nomination process, particularly for tenured positions such as the National Identification Registry.
The dispute over the appointment of the Executive Director has brought to light the issue of political influence and the adherence to legal procedures in government appointments. The tension between the President and the current Executive Director underscores the need for transparency and adherence to established processes in such appointments.
In conclusion, the nomination of Dr. Edward Liberty as Executive Director of the National Identification Registry has sparked controversy and drawn attention to the importance of adhering to legal procedures and tenure positions in government appointments. The dispute between President Joseph Nyumah Boakai and Executive Director Andrew Peters highlights the need for accountability and transparency in the nomination process, particularly for key positions in government institutions. Going forward, it is essential for all parties involved to uphold the laws and regulations governing such appointments to ensure fairness and integrity in the selection of candidates for key government roles.
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