By Amos Harris
In a striking display of resilience and dedication to humanitarian service, Mike Jabateh, the Assistant Minister for Urban Affairs at the Ministry of Local Government, has reaffirmed his commitment to national unity following a political misunderstanding in Saye Town. A planned donation of 150 bags of rice, intended for residents grappling with the aftermath of court-ordered evictions, was recently declined by some community members who cited perceived political motives. Rather than allowing the setback to stifle his efforts, Minister Jabateh has chosen to redirect the resources to other vulnerable populations in urgent need.
The Minister remained steadfast during the ordeal, emphasizing that the initiative was born of pure compassion rather than a partisan agenda. He clarified that as a public servant, his primary responsibility is to alleviate the suffering of Liberians facing hardship.
“We have no political interest in this gesture,” Minister Jabateh stated. “As an Assistant Minister of Local Government, it is our responsibility to make meaningful contributions to our people when they are in need. This is about compassion, not politics.”
Minister Jabateh is widely recognized for a long-standing history of humanitarian engagement that transcends district lines and political affiliations. Speaking to journalists in Monrovia, he described the rejection not as a personal disappointment, but as a strategic opportunity to serve others. He announced that the 150 bags of rice will now be distributed to families in Bomi, Grand Cape Mount, and Gbarpolu Counties, where the demand for food security assistance remains high.
Throughout his address, the Minister sought to bridge the political divide that often complicates aid delivery in the region. He remarked that his identity is rooted in being a “peaceful and humanitarian-minded Liberian” rather than being defined by the “CDC or UP” labels. He urged the public to view humanitarian assistance as a unifying force intended to strengthen the social fabric of the nation.
In addition to his humanitarian efforts, Minister Jabateh addressed the public’s concerns regarding the recent evictions. He issued a call for calm, specifically urging citizens not to attribute the displacement to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai or the current administration. He explained that the evictions were the result of independent legal processes and court orders, stressing the importance of respecting the rule of law while maintaining social harmony.
The redirected donation was made possible through a collaborative effort involving international partners in Israel and the Usman Sackor Foundation. This partnership underscores Jabateh’s ability to leverage both local and global resources to support his unwavering dedication to improving the lives of his fellow citizens across Liberia.
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