AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMDR Rift Deepens: Liberia’s Movement for Democracy and Reconstruction (MDR) faces fresh strain after Senator Samuel G. Kogar said he would consider a vice-presidential running-mate offer in 2029 if approached—prompting a quick backlash from the party’s youth wing and widening tension with Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung. Police Violence & Justice Demand: In Congo Town, a family is seeking help after an 18-year-old was allegedly shot by a senior Liberia National Police officer during a land-dispute operation; the victim’s mother says a surgery costing US$2,500 is urgently needed. Ebola Response Under Pressure: In eastern Congo, Ebola response workers protested over nearly three months of unpaid salaries and allowances, while security incidents and community mistrust continue to disrupt containment efforts. UN Health Funding Signals Shift: The U.S. State Department has notified Congress of renewed global health support, including $600 million to Gavi, as Ebola in Congo underscores the stakes. Diplomatic Moves: Russia has replaced its ambassador to the Republic of the Congo, appointing Dmitry Korepanov, as voting access for Russian citizens expands to include Brazzaville’s Russian House.
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