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PHOTO: Former Liberian First Lady, Nancy B. Doe
Allison Z. T. Dunner’s Letter to President Boakai Sparks Call to Action
Monrovia, Liberia – In an impassioned call for justice and restitution, esteemed journalist Allison Z. T. Dunner has penned a heartfelt letter to President Joseph Boakai, urging immediate action to secure the entitled benefits for Madam Nancy B. Doe, the esteemed former First Lady of the Republic of Liberia. Dunner’s missive sheds light on Madam Doe’s invaluable contributions during her tenure and stresses the imperative of safeguarding her well-being and dignified livelihood.
Addressed to the President’s office on April 23, 2024, Dunner’s letter outlines a series of pressing concerns, beseeching President Boakai’s attention and intervention to address them. The missive underscores the critical importance of fully restoring former President K. Samuel Doe’s death benefits, recognizing Madam Nancy B. Doe as a revered former First Lady, upholding and implementing the ECOWAS Court Judgment favoring Madam Doe, and pursuing justice through the courts for unresolved disputes involving the Doe family.
Prominent among the cases highlighted in the letter is the protracted legal saga surrounding the VAMOMA House in Sinkor. Although the civil court had previously granted the property to the Doe family as rightful recipients, an appeal lodged by G. Alvin Jones, a former Minister of States in the Doe’s government, transferred the case to the Supreme Court, where it has languished unresolved for years.
Another case that garners attention is the prolonged dispute involving Cllr. Varney Sherman, who has wrongfully seized a house belonging to former President Doe. Despite Madam Nancy B. Doe’s legal actions, the case has remained pending in court for approximately 17 years without an opportunity for review.
The letter also sheds light on the failure of business partners to honor agreements with Madam Nancy B. Doe. Particularly egregious is the joint venture with Mr. Samuel Thompson and Mr. Sow aimed at establishing a state-of-the-art slaughterhouse at Bernard Farm. Regrettably, Mrs. Doe has been unjustly denied her rightful profits and shareholder status, despite her house being used as collateral for a loan.
Dunner’s letter further underscores the denial of access to financial resources held in the late President Doe’s accounts by certain banks, as well as the urgent need for the restoration of Madam Doe and her late husband’s personal properties, including vehicles and other assets, which were unlawfully seized or misappropriated in the aftermath of the tragic events of 1990.
In the letter, Dunner emphasizes the paramount significance of justice, restitution, and recognition for Madam Nancy B. Doe, who has endured significant hardships and injustices throughout the years. Dunner implores President Boakai to take swift and resolute action in addressing these concerns, ensuring that the former First Lady receives the benefits, restitution, and justice she rightfully deserves.
The letter concludes with an urgent plea for President Boakai to fulfill his duty in safeguarding the rights and well-being of all citizens, including former public officials and their families. Dunner expresses profound hope that the President will take immediate steps to rectify the injustices faced by Madam Nancy B. Doe and bring about a just resolution to the longstanding disputes and legal battles.
As of this moment, President Boakai’s office has not issued an official response to the letter. The Liberian public and the international community eagerly await the President’s actions and decisions in response to Dunner’s impassioned plea for justice and restitution for Madam Nancy B. Doe.