Monrovia, Feb. 23 -- What unfolded at the headquarters of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) last Thursday was far more than a simple anniversary gathering; it was a defining moment that captured two years of reform, resilience, and renewed purpose under the leadership of Executive Director Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo.

Staff had assembled under the guise of a routine engagement, yet the atmosphere quickly transformed into one of celebration and reflection, marked by singing, applause, and heartfelt tributes in honor of a leader many credit with reshaping Liberia's foremost environmental institution.

When Dr. Urey assumed office on February 19, 2024, the Agency faced significant institutional and financial challenges. The EPA'...