Written by Robert Clarke in Nimba & Vivian Gartyn Monday, 26 July 2010
Source: Star Radio Liberia
The National Orator of the 163rd Independence anniversary celebration has identified factors stalling Liberia’s progress and achievements.
Monsignor Father Robert Tikpor named poverty, dwindling away of natural resources and sectionalism.
The 84 year old catholic prelate said corruption in high places, selfishness, greed and lack of patriotism are causing poverty.
Father Tikpor observed people are continuing to put personal interest over national interest, recalling this led to serious division during the war years.
Speaking on the theme: “In National Unity We Will Stand”, Father Tikpor, urged all Liberians to work together to surgically cut-off what he calls cancerous tissues from our records.
He believes this can be achieved if we put the welfare of our country over our personal cravings and wants.
The orator also calls for the identification of a national language, and revision of the country’s motto to enhance unity.
He observed “the love of liberty brought us here” promotes sectionalism as there were people here when the settlers arrived.
It can be recalled, the 2008 Independence Day orator also call for action on the language and motto but no concrete step has been taken to address them.
President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf had assured, the Governance Commission would review them.
