Monrovia – With assist from the Embassy of Sweden, Naymote’s Democracy Development Program (DAP) is making important strides in strengthening democratic governance, enhancing native service supply, and growing political accountability throughout Liberia.
The three-year initiative, funded by Sweden, goals to strengthen the social contract between residents and their leaders by selling transparency and public accountability. By producing and disseminating well timed and credible info on authorities insurance policies and residents’ expectations, this system fosters inclusive improvement and civic engagement.
“The exploration or exploitation of Wologisi should holistically align with Lofa and Liberia’s general improvement aspirations,” mentioned veteran journalist Aaron Kollie, in response to Rep. Thomas Fallah’s push to grant a concession for Wologisi Mountain.
As a part of a current subject go to, Naymote’s group—led by Program Director Peace Mahteh-Boyee—engaged with county service facilities, civil society organizations, and native authorities in Grand Bassa, Bong, Nimba, and Lofa counties. The go to aimed to evaluate program implementation and gather suggestions on its affect.
Leon Harris, outgoing Coordinator and present Price range Officer on the Bong County Service Heart, praised Naymote’s function: “The assist Naymote has offered over time has tremendously improved our capability to ship environment friendly public providers. The operational capability evaluation report has helped us plan strategically and enhance service supply,” he mentioned.
By its Democracy by Radio initiative aired on neighborhood stations, Naymote has educated residents on the function of county councils, the authority of directors, and the significance of native governance. This system has empowered councils to independently overview, approve, and monitor county improvement plans and budgets.
“Naymote has confirmed that with the suitable assist, county councils can successfully implement improvement agendas,” mentioned Beatrice L.S. Dokie, Chairperson of the Nimba County Council.
The group additionally distributed over 500 FAQ brochures at County Service Facilities, growing public consciousness of obtainable providers and serving to to spice up nationwide income assortment.
In Lofa and Nimba counties, Naymote organized city corridor conferences to coach residents in regards to the AAID (AAREST Agenda for Inclusive Growth), which incorporates 378 interventions, 52 applications, and 6 key pillars. Residents welcomed the group’s common monitoring and reporting of presidency commitments.
Francis Egu Lanssan, Lofa County Growth Officer, emphasised the necessity for efficiency:
“We’re not right here for pleasure however to offer providers. That is the president’s county, and we should ship on the nationwide improvement agenda,” he mentioned.
At these boards, residents voiced their need for better accountability and lively participation within the improvement course of. Tarnue N. Kerkulah, Lofa County Commander of the Liberia Nationwide Police, credited Naymote’s President Meter Mission with inspiring transparency.
“We’re consistently reminded of the guarantees we make to the individuals. It’s motivating us to do higher,” he mentioned.
This system additionally engaged youth by Governance Golf equipment in Bong County excessive faculties. College students shared how Naymote’s work helped form their understanding of democratic ideas and accountable management.
“I used to abuse energy as pupil chief, however Naymote’s teachings modified my notion fully,” confessed Prosper Hance Nuquoi, a pupil and membership member.
Constructed on the idea that political accountability enhances democracy and improves residents’ lives, the DAP is already displaying outcomes—demonstrating that with the suitable assist and civic engagement, significant change is feasible in Liberia.
