By Jamesetta D. Williams
MONROVIA–President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is thrashing the drum of unity, inclusion and reconciliation forward of the July 26 Independence Observance.
The Liberian chief has urged Liberians to embrace nationwide unity, spiritual tolerance, and inclusive governance, declaring that Liberia is a nation for all no matter tribe, faith or area.
Talking at a particular interfaith prayer service on Friday on the Unity Basis Mosque within the Fish Market Neighborhood, Sinkor, the President emphasised that peaceable coexistence and mutual respect are very important for nationwide improvement.
The ceremony shaped a part of actions marking the nation’s 178th Independence Day celebrations and introduced collectively Muslim and Christian clerics, lawmakers, civil society actors, and members of the diplomatic corps.
“As President, I don’t suppose when it comes to Muslims or Christians. Liberia belongs to all of us,” President Boakai acknowledged.
“We’re one folks, and we should maintain collectively within the curiosity of peace, unity, and nationwide improvement.”
He praised Liberia’s interfaith concord as a cornerstone of nationwide stability and known as on residents to put aside political, tribal, and non secular variations for the larger good.
President Boakai reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to an inclusive method to governance, pointing to the illustration of each Christians and Muslims within the Nationwide Legislature and different authorities establishments as proof of the nation’s progress.
“We should be certain that each Liberian feels seen, heard, and included,” the President famous. “We’re stronger collectively. Allow us to proceed to stroll this journey facet by facet.”
Talking on behalf of the Muslim neighborhood, Abraham Okay. Zoekai, President of the Liberia Nationwide Muslim Youth Meeting, known as for elevated funding in Muslim youth initiatives, faculties, and neighborhood packages.
Zoekai additionally proposed the designation of a nationwide vacation to acknowledge the contributions and non secular significance of Liberia’s Muslim inhabitants.
“If given the chance, Muslim youth will meaningfully contribute to Liberia’s development,” he stated. “We wish to be companions in rebuilding our nation.”
Senator Amara M. Konneh of Gbarpolu County counseled President Boakai for selling reconciliation and urged the federal government to develop these efforts nationwide, particularly in communities nonetheless recovering from Liberia’s civil struggle.
“True therapeutic can solely come when no area or group is left behind,” Senator Konneh pressured. “We urge all Liberians to unite behind the President’s imaginative and prescient of an inclusive Liberia.”
Additionally addressing the gathering was Affiliate Justice Yussif D. Kaba, who lauded the Muslim neighborhood for its enduring dedication to peace, unity, and interfaith collaboration.
“Muslims are peaceable individuals who imagine in coexistence,” Justice Kaba stated. “Liberia will proceed to shine if we stay united in coronary heart and objective.”
The interfaith prayer ceremony concluded with a shared pledge by spiritual leaders, authorities officers, and civil society organizations to advertise peace, mutual respect, and nationwide therapeutic.
Attendees agreed that Liberia’s future hinges on the collective capability of its residents to rise above divisions and construct a extra inclusive and united nation.
In his closing remarks, President Boakai reaffirmed his administration’s pledge to serve all Liberians equally, no matter background.
“This nation belongs to all Liberians,” he stated. “Allow us to stroll this highway collectively and construct a greater future for generations to return.”
The occasion served as a strong image of nationwide solidarity as Liberia displays on its journey towards lasting peace and sustainable improvement.
Alphonso Toweh
Has been within the occupation for over twenty years. He has labored for a lot of worldwide media retailers together with: West Africa Journal, Africa Week Journal, African Observer and did occasional reporting for CNN, BBC World Service, Sunday Instances, NPR, Radio Deutchewells, Radio Netherlands. He’s the present correspondent for Reuters
He holds first MA with honors in Worldwide Relations and a candidate for second grasp in Worldwide Peace research and Battle Decision from the College of Liberia.
