By Jerromie S. Walters
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is facing criticism from some Liberians, particularly social media users, for continuing with his scheduled event despite his motorcade being involved in a fatal accident that resulted in death and injuries. The accident occurred along the Robertfield highway as the President was en route to the dedication of a newly reconstructed orphanage home organized by the Office of the First Lady.
Despite the tragic incident claiming the life of an individual, President Boakai proceeded with the dedication ceremony and praised First Lady Kartumu Y. Boakai for her dedication to her duties, specifically in the reconstruction of the orphanage home. The event, held at the East VOA Community in Duazon Community, Paynesville, was named the “Love A Child Orphanage Home.”
During his speech at the dedication, President Boakai expressed gratitude for the support and emphasized the importance of celebrating independence by supporting goodwill initiatives. “I want to say thank you for your commitment. We ask God to bless all of us here, to lend our support to goodwill. We strongly believe that this is the best way forward to celebrate our independence Anniversary.”
He also highlighted the significant role of persons with disabilities in society, stating that they are an integral part of the country. “They too are part of this country. The blind, the cripple, and I always tell people that you never know when you will become one of those. I know a lot of friends who used to see but they can’t see anymore,” he said.
While some have criticized the President for his actions, others have pointed fingers at the EPS personnel in the specific vehicle involved in the accident, labeling them as “Boakai’s security.”
