By: Akoi M Baysah Jr & Wilfred Duosi
Bong County Senator and Chair of the Senate Committee on Ways, Means and Finance, Prince Kermue Moye, has accused Nimba County District #7 Representative Musa Hassan Bility of blackmail and spreading misinformation, describing him as a freshman lawmaker who is misleading the Liberian public about the workings of the Legislature.
Speaking during an interview on Cape FM, Senator Moye expressed frustration over what he termed Representative Bility’s misrepresentation of the operations of the joint committees on Ways, Means and Finance. He strongly rejected allegations made against him and emphasized his personal and professional integrity.
“I thought Bility was educated and a trained businessman, but he is not. They did not explain to him who I am. I am a man of integrity. I did not succeed in business by duping people or criminally exploiting them to get ahead,” Senator Moye said.
The Bong County lawmaker further stated that he has never been banned by FIFA or any international organization, while alleging that Representative Bility has a tainted character.
Senator Moye referenced past public reports indicating that Rep. Bility was banned by FIFA over allegations of financial misappropriation, and also mentioned accusations relating to the misuse of funds intended for Liberia’s National Road Fund.
According to Senator Moye, Representative Bility allegedly uses money to influence people to spread falsehoods and engage in blackmail.
He maintained that he would continue to build his life on truth and sincerity, noting that after his political career he plans to retire to private life on his farm.
On the national budget, Senator Moye disclosed that the Legislature scrutinized the US$1.2 billion national budget and adjusted several lines that failed to meet required standards.
He revealed that about US$38 million was identified for reallocation to key ministries and agencies to enhance functionality, adding that elected officials have not yet received their salaries.
Meanwhile, Senator Moye lauded the Ministry of Public Works for accepting bridge construction projects associated with Representative Bility, describing infrastructure development as critical to national growth.
