The Press Union of Liberia has named its preparatory committee for the celebration of its 59th Anniversary which will be held in Sanniquellie, Nimba County.
Founded in Monrovia on September 30, 1964, the Press Union of Liberia is the umbrella organization serving Liberian media professionals and institutions. It is now initiating reforms on journalists’ welfare & protection, legal operating environment of the media, and content development through capacity enhancement interventions aimed at improving the output of news organs in Liberia.
Journalists will in the lead up to the celebration increase their attention on the great people of Nimba, their leaders and Non- governmental organizations on problems confronting the region. Nimba, located in the north of Liberia is revered for its brilliance in business, agriculture, wildlife hunting and rich traditions rooted in respect for inhabiting tribes. The region has challenges with roads, education and healthcare as being experienced in most parts of the country.
The Press Union of Liberia appoints individuals to the 2022 Preparatory Committee:
Preparatory Committee
- Rhodoxon Fayiah- Chairman,
- Musu Sirleaf- Co-Chair
- Reuben Sei Waylaun- Secretary
- Joe Wandah- Member
- Ruth Gbatoe – Member
- Cecelia G. Clarke -Member
- James P. Kwabo – Member
- Robin C L. Dope, Jr.- Member
- Clarence P. Jackson- Member
Meanwhile, the PUL has also constituted an on-the-ground coordinating Committee charged with working with the Monrovia-based preparatory team. Those named are: - Jerry T. Myers – Chairman
- Melvin Suah – Co-Chair
- Kannay L. Sualeh Ziamo- Secretary
- G. Amos Gruzan Member
- Jemuel Davies Member
- Workadah Bouh Member
- Arkina Nenwah Gaye – Member
- Christopher Fahn- Member
- Raily Guaubeh- Member
Ex-Officio - Joseph Kekulah
- Joseph Solo
- Kennedy Domah
- PUL Leadership
PUL President Charles Coffey has expressed confidence in members of committees, urging them to ensure the full execution of their responsibilities.
Musa M.B Kanneh
Secretary General
Press Union of Liberia