The President Pro-Tempore of the Liberian Senate, Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence, expressed concern over the “illegal operations” of CTN and MedTech at the National Port Authority (NPA), questioning why these companies are operating without approval from the National Legislature. She stated, “This Senate can shutdown MedTech, especially if they are not operating legally and that, the worst thing is, they are not even paying taxes.”
Her announcement to potentially shut down these companies garnered applause from fellow senators during the Buchanan retreat. Senators expressed appreciation for her decisive leadership and described the decision as welcome.
During the four-day Senate retreat, discussions focused on addressing challenges and improving Senate operations for the benefit of the Liberian people. Key agenda items included reviewing and amending Senate rules, financial management system and policies, reform agenda, security measures, and decentralization policies.
Pro-Tempore Karnga-Lawrence has consistently emphasized her commitment to reforming the Senate to better serve the country and its citizens. In line with her transparency and accountability efforts, she directed the General Auditing Commission (GAC) to conduct a thorough review of the Senate’s financial system and establish robust operational measures.
“This framework will facilitate regular audits and enhance our oversight responsibilities,” she stated, emphasizing the importance of good governance and effective oversight of government expenditures. Her advocacy for reform and transparency underscores the Senate’s role in promoting national development and transformation.
