By James Lahai
Senior Bong County authorities have intervened in growing concerns over an alleged chemical spill in Money Sweet Town, Electoral District Two, reportedly linked to the operations of MNG Gold.
The high-level delegation, led by Senator Prince Kermue Moye Sr., included Bong County Superintendent Loleyah Hawa Norris and District Two Representative James M. Kolleh.
The team visited Money Sweet, Gotobah, and Matthew towns, communities said to have been affected by the incident.At a town hall meeting, Charles Sweet, spokesperson for the affected communities, presented a comprehensive list of demands to the delegation.
Residents are calling for the installation of hand pumps in the three towns, compensation for individuals impacted by the spill, employment opportunities for household heads whose crops were destroyed, and payment for rubber trees damaged by the chemical substance.
Community leaders also appealed for sustained medical support for more than 140 patients currently receiving treatment at the Manowinsue Clinic.
Responding to the concerns, Senator Moye announced the establishment of a four-member committee, headed by Superintendent Norris, to formally engage MNG Gold and present the communities’ demands on Monday, February 2, 2026.
Senator Moye has assured residents that county authorities would pursue redress regardless of the Environmental Protection Agency’s recent press release and final report on the matter.
Representative Kolleh and Superintendent Norris urged residents of Money Sweet, Gotobah, and Matthew towns to remain calm as discussions and remediation efforts continue.
The United Bong Citizens Association in the Americas, under the leadership of President Caimon Joe Kollie, was commended for drawing attention to the situation through a press release.
At the meeting, Senator Moye and his delegation provided LD$60,000 to the affected communities to support transportation costs related to engagements with the company.
The meeting was attended by MNG Gold’s Public Relations Officer, Matthew Gbanken; Liaison Officer, Matthew Whymah; representatives of the affected communities; and other stakeholders.
