MONROVIA, Nov. 26 -- The remains of fallen Public Works Minister Mobutu Vlah Nyepan was Wednesday laid in state in the rotunda of the Capitol Building.

Mr. Nyepan who died while serving as Public Works Minister also served as Senator of Sinoe County in the 53rd Legislature.

At the state funeral held at the Capitol Building, President George Weah paid tribute to the fallen Works Minister, describing him as the "doctor of the bad road medicine".

President Weah remembered the late Works Minister for his dedication and commitment to serving his country with integrity. "As President of the Liberia, I stand before you with sorrow, grief as I remember him for his friendship over the years that was always characterized by mutual respect. His wor...