Samuel G. Kogar
Rep. Samuel G. Kogar is a prominent political figure in Nimba County, known for his close familial ties to the late Senator Prince Y. Johnson, which have positioned him as a leading candidate for the upcoming senatorial by-election. A member of the Mano ethnic group, Kogar has previously contested senatorial elections without success. His recent remarks, emphasizing traditional beliefs about gender roles in leadership, have sparked controversy and highlighted ethnic divisions within the community as he seeks support for his candidacy.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberia | 1 | 4.00 | 0.32% | +0% | 5,057,681 | 16,159 | $3,000 | 10$ |
| Totals | 1 | 5,057,681 | 16,159 | $3,000 | 10$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Liberia:
Unconfirmed reports suggest that political tensions between Vice President Koung and Senator Kogar may have influenced the decision to scale down the event.
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Liberia:
Samuel G. Kogar was replaced by Kortor Kwagrue as the representative of Nimba County District #5.
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Liberia:
Senator Samuel G. Kogar is calling for an audit of Superintendent Kou Meapeh Gono regarding the management of County Social Development Funds.
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Liberia:
The ceremony drew the attendance of prominent Nimba lawmakers, including Senators Samuel G. Kogar and Nyan D. Twayen.
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Liberia:
Senator Samuel G. Kogar questioned Justice Gbeisay about maintaining the judiciary’s independence amid political pressures.
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Liberia:
Samuel G. Kogar is the former Representative whose election to the Senate created the vacancy for the by-election.
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Liberia:
Former Representative Samuel G. Kogar was recently elected as senator–replacing the deceased godfather of Nimba, Prince Yormie Johnson.
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Liberia:
Samuel G. Kogar is the incumbent Representative of Nimba’s District #5 and is trailing closely behind in the election.
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Liberia:
Samuel G. Kogar is a candidate in the Nimba County by-election.
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Liberia:
Representative Samuel G. Kogar is one of the candidates in the Nimba County senatorial by-election.
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