By Monrovia, Liberia – President Pro tempore Nyonblee Karnga Lawrence has frowned on the “illegal operations” of both CTN and MedTech at the National Port Authority.
“How can revenue generation increase?” Pro temp Karnga Lawrence wondered why the two (2) companies (CTN&MedTehc) that are collecting huge amount of dollars at the Port will still be operating in the Country without the approval of the Legislature.
“This senate can shutdown MedTech, especially if they are not operating legally and that, the worst thing is, they are not even paying taxes,” she noted.
The pronouncement made by the Pro-Temp to shutdown the two companies received standing ovation as Senators render hand of applauds for such bold decision at the Buchanan Retreat.
The senators left their seat one after the other to have a hand shake with Pro temp Karnga Lawrence, thanked her for such leadership, and described the decision as welcoming.
During the four days, Members of the Senate discussed the way forward for the Senate and how to address some of the challenges and improve the workings of the Senate for the benefits of the Liberian people.
Amongst many thingss, the Senate reviewed and amended segments of their rules, reviewed their financial management system and policies, reviewed the Senate’s reform agenda, security and access control, National compliance policy as well as decentralization and modernization.
The President Pro Tempore of the Liberian Senate Madam Nyonblee Karnga Lawrence, has said on many occasion that her ardent goal is to see a reformed Senate that truly reflects the interests of the country and its citizens.
In her efforts to ensure transparency and accountability, she ordered the General Auditing Commission (GAC) to conduct a comprehensive review of the senate’s financial system, establish a robust operating system, including financial and administrative measures.
“This framework will enable regular audits and enhance our oversight responsibilities. Since 2014, I have advocated for good governance and adequate oversight of government expenditures, emphasizing the national budget as a tool for reform and transformation.
Credit: The Liberian Senate TV
