It is no secret that current Bomi County Senator Edwin Melvin Snowe is one the geniuses within the Liberian political landscape after serving as a lawmaker for more than eighteen years, a representative in Montserrado County for 12 years, and both representative and senator of Bomi County for the last six plus years. One of the known ways Mr. Snowe has reached this feat within Liberian politics is by means of philanthropic gestures and lavish campaign spending both in dollars and kinds.
At the end of his second term as Representative of Montserrado County District #6, now Senator Snowe began to build rapport with citizens of Bomi County probably after realizing that he was no longer favorable to the people of District #6 of Montserrado County.
Senator Snowe in the quickest possible time had established a farm in Bomi where he employed several citizens of that county, as well as opening a modern radio station in the county where several other citizens including journalists were hired, while engaging in plethora of philanthropic ventures in different sectors of the county.
This action would lead to his election as Representative of Bomi County District#3 during the 2017 General Elections, followed by his subsequent election as Senator of Bomi County in the 2020 Special Senatorial Election.
Following this track record of the lawmaker, it would leave many now wondering if the Bomi County Senator is now gradually shifting his attention to Rivercess County as the lawmaker has begun making charitable moves to address some current pressing issues in the region.
In response to the ongoing food crisis caused by recent flooding in River Cess County, Senator Snowe on Monday, October 8, 2024 donated a variety of food items to the victims. Senator Snowe’s office provided 20 bags of rice, one carton of salt, and L$40,000 for the transportation of these items from Opa Village to Glanyah.
During the presentation in Glanyah, G. Shardrick Bloyue noted that this donation represents the senator’s initial contribution to assist the affected citizens. He urged residents of Glanyah, ITI, and Golden Step to remain calm as the government works to address the situation.
Bloyue explained that while the senator had initially planned to deliver 50 bags of rice, palm oil, and additional food items, poor road conditions necessitated a revision of that plan, resulting in the current donation. Roosevelt Beair, the Youth Chairman of Glanyah, expressed gratitude on behalf of the victims, highlighting that Senator Snowe was the first public official to reach out since the crisis began.
He called on the Liberian Government and humanitarian organizations, particularly the National Disaster Management Agency, to provide further assistance, emphasizing the urgent need for support in food, shelter and clothing. Senator Snowe’s donation marks the first aid effort since the natural disaster occurred over a week ago, as residents of the affected areas continue to seek help. Credit: Ablejay-TV
