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Monday, April 7, 2025

SENATE SCRUTINIZES DIPLOMATIC NOMINEES IN CONFIRMATION HEARINGS

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MONROVIA, LIBERIA – The Liberian Senate commenced its confirmation process for ambassadorial nominees in a session led by Montserrado County Senator Abraham Darius Dillon, Chair of the Committee on Foreign Relations. The hearings focused on evaluating the credentials and qualifications of nominees for key diplomatic posts abroad.

Among those reviewed were Hon. Dr. Brahima D. Kaba, nominated to serve in Kuwait; Hon. Amb. Ali Sylla for Senegal; Hon. Edward Wede Appleton, Jr., for Japan; Hon. Mohammed B.O.S. Kenneth, designated for Qatar; Hon. Forpka Gizzie, Sr., slated for Guinea; and Hon. J. Levi Demmah, nominated as Liberia’s Ambassador to Belgium.

The proceedings allowed nominees to address inquiries related to their preparedness for their roles. Notably, Dr. Kaba and Mr. Sylla faced a second round of questioning after their initial appearances were cut short due to a power outage during earlier sessions. Both nominees provided additional clarity on their proposed contributions to Liberia’s foreign policy and international relations.

Senator Dillon emphasized the importance of neutrality in diplomatic service, issuing a strong caution against nominees maintaining active roles within political parties. He insisted that such affiliations could hinder the impartial execution of their responsibilities.

The hearings marked a critical step in assessing the nominees’ suitability for the roles, with deliberations ongoing. The Senate is expected to make a decision in the coming days, as the confirmation process continues to draw national attention.

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