Written by Vivian Gartyn
Source: Star Radio Liberia
University Professor Wilson Tarpeh has called on government to end its neglect of former heads of state.
Professor Tarpeh told Star Radio former heads of state who diligently served the country are often neglected.
The UL Professor described such treatment as discouraging, saying it does not augur well for Liberia.
Mr. Tarperh recalled how the late Council Chairman Professor David Kpormakpor lived in exile in what he called appalling condition till his death.
Professor Tarpeh also named former interim leader, Ruth Sando Perry, Moses Blah and others who are still experiencing serious neglect by government.
He wants government put in place an attractive pension scheme for people who honestly served the country and retired.
At the sametime, the UL Professor has called on government to ensure the body of the late Kpormakpor is brought home and given a burial befitting his status.
