Monrovia, Feb. 13 -- Residents of Nimba County have implored former District 7 Representative Roger S.W.Y. Domah to turn down a recent appointment by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, calling it a "demeaning" slight to his contributions.

The controversy erupted following President Boakai's announcement, appointing Mr. Domah as Deputy Director for the highly anticipated National Yellow Machine Program, a flagship initiative under the Unity Party (UP) Government aimed at deploying heavy machinery to rehabilitate rural roads, bridges, and infrastructure nationwide.

In mineral-rich Nimba, Liberia's largest county (size) and a political powerhouse known for its vocal electorate, the move has sparked outrage among supporters who view it as an un...