By Darious Dapae
GREENVILLE, Sinoe County — Sinoe County Superintendent Alexander Nah Sleweon Sr. has outlined a comprehensive development agenda centered on infrastructure, education, governance reforms, environmental management, and community empowerment, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to improving the lives of citizens across the county.
The Superintendent made the disclosure during a press conference held on Thursday, September 3, at the Conference Hall of the Sinoe County Administration Building in Greenville.
Opening the briefing, Superintendent Sleweon expressed appreciation to the Sinoe County Legislative Caucus, county officials, line ministries, agencies and commissions, traditional leaders, and residents for their continued support and collaboration in advancing the county’s development agenda.
Education and Community Development
Superintendent Sleweon underscored the importance of transforming education into a practical tool for community development rather than viewing it solely as a pathway to academic qualifications.
He encouraged students and citizens to apply the knowledge and skills acquired through education to solve local challenges, promote innovation, and contribute meaningfully to the county’s growth.
As part of efforts to strengthen the education sector, he announced plans for a Sinoe County Education Symposium, which will bring together educators, policymakers, development partners, and other stakeholders to examine challenges confronting the sector and formulate practical strategies to improve the quality of education throughout the county.
Infrastructure Development
Providing updates on ongoing infrastructure projects, Superintendent Sleweon disclosed that the renovation of the Sinoe County Administration Building has been completed at a cost of US$62,625.88 under the County Development Fund and is awaiting official dedication.
He also announced the completion of renovations to the Chief Compound, funded through the County Development Fund at US$35,799.00, with dedication expected in the coming weeks.
Meanwhile, renovation and modernization works at Greenville City Hall are progressing steadily to improve the facility and strengthen public service delivery.
Construction of the Superintendent’s Compound perimeter fence is also nearing completion and will soon be officially dedicated.
The Superintendent further highlighted the ongoing construction of the Johnstone Street Twin-Culvert Bridge, describing the project as a significant investment that will improve drainage, road accessibility, and movement within Greenville.
He also announced that the long-standing Pyne Town–Grand Gedeh land dispute has been successfully resolved, describing the achievement as an important milestone toward maintaining peace and promoting harmonious relations among affected communities.
Sinoe One-Dollar Rally Initiative
Superintendent Sleweon announced that the Sinoe One-Dollar Rally Initiative project in downtown Greenville has officially been opened for public use.
He commended residents and supporters whose financial contributions made the initiative possible, describing it as a successful example of community-driven development.
The Superintendent clarified that although the initiative is administered independently of the County Administration, the administration maintains an oversight role to ensure transparency and accountability in the collection and utilization of funds.
He further disclosed that preparations are underway for another project under the initiative and encouraged citizens to continue supporting the campaign through their one-dollar contributions to accelerate community development.
Environmental Management
Highlighting environmental sustainability, Superintendent Sleweon reaffirmed plans to establish a Greenville Land Restoration Committee to coordinate efforts aimed at restoring degraded areas within the city.
He said the committee will be formally constituted in the near future, after which its membership, responsibilities, and operational mandate will be publicly announced.
Governance and Accountability
On governance, Superintendent Sleweon disclosed that 230 traditional chiefs have been approved for placement on the Government of Liberia payroll, a move he said will strengthen traditional leadership and improve local governance throughout Sinoe County.
Addressing accountability issues, he stated that the County Administration remains committed to cooperating fully with the General Auditing Commission (GAC) on audit matters relating to the previous county administration.
He assured the public that all audit-related processes would be handled through the appropriate legal and institutional mechanisms in accordance with national laws and established procedures.
