Mid Du-Port Road, a notable community within Cowfield community, is poised to host its first democratic election this weekend. Friends of Elder Paul Wilson, constituents of the community, have thus endorsed candidate Eddie F. Nimely to stir the affairs of the community.
Founded 1990 for proper food ration during the civil crisis, Mid Du-Port Road has not been led by elected officials, but selected ones, according to candidate Nimely.
Endorsing candidate Nimely in front of his residence, Elder Wilson pointed out that, among the rest of the candidates vying for Mid Du-Port Road Block “A” community’s chairmanship, Nimely is people-centered, has impeccable character and is a “talk-and-do” chap.
The elder mesmerized his followers to vote for candidate Nimely in the coming elections, observing that he will deliver the community and its people positively. In a uniformity voice, the crowd shouted, “We will vote Eddie.”
In his acceptance speech, Candidate Nimely thanked elder Wilson and his supporters for endorsing him as their prospective chairman. His political manifesto includes accountability, youth employment, sanitation, unity, and security.
As accountability is a bedrock for a leader, candidate Nimely assured the community that he will work assiduously to account for every penny that will be collected for the community’s progress. He promised to give financial report quarterly or semi-quarterly through a regular community meeting.
For the community youthful population, he stated that he will work closely with stakeholders within the community for youth empowerment opportunities, and women groupings and others through lobbying with partners and the navigation of his power.
He vowed sanitation operation in the community if he wins, noting that every community deserves a good atmosphere.
“As you can see how filthy our community is… We are going to work with community dwellers in making sure we have a robust and mass cleaning-up campaign every last Saturday of each month,” candidate Nimely said as the crowd cheered him.
To succeed, he said he will promote unity among members of the community for progress and a better environment. He also vowed to reinforce the vigilante team by lobbying with the Liberia National Police (LNP) for permit and training.
Earlier, the incumbent chairman said the election will be held on August 10, 2024, adding that its first date, which was on August 3, was cancelled due to financial challenge.
Several community high figures pledged unflinching support to candidate Nimely, assuring that everyone under their control will vote in his favor.
The election is the fulfilment of Representative Michael M. Thomas’ ultimatum that every community of his district has election before August expires.