Published: April 7, 2025
Bong County Senator Prince Moye has criticized former Vice President Jewel Howard Taylor for failing to bring meaningful development to her home county despite receiving significant political support.
During an appearance on a local radio station in Gbarnga over the weekend, Senator Moye expressed his disappointment in Madam Taylor’s 27 years in national leadership, which he characterized as a period of neglect and betrayal for the people of Bong County.
He pointed out that despite the overwhelming support she received from her home county, Taylor had not implemented substantial development projects either in Bong County or her hometown of Sanoyea. “She failed to invest in the county that gave her recognition,” Senator Moye stated. “You can come and mislead the people, but even a common taxi driver can build a house while you spent 27 years doing nothing.”
Senator Moye also criticized Taylor for not constructing a residence in her home county. “She failed to build a house in Bong, the place that brought her to prominence, but she preferred to rent,” he remarked.
Moye accused Taylor of using her position to further her personal interests rather than the welfare of the county’s citizens. He also alleged that Taylor coerced local authorities in Sanoyea to name a public school after her late father, Kerkulah Giddings, sparking discontent among the community. “She forcibly named the street leading to her home as ‘Taylor’s Street,’ which was strongly opposed by the people,” Moye explained. “They took down the signboard in protest, and the road was not even cemented, adding to the tension.”
The senator also dismissed Taylor’s recent claims that she used her earnings to support Bong County, asserting that these statements were misleading. “I can’t associate myself with black money people. These are things that carry money,” he stated. “Bong County people, don’t believe it. It’s a lie.”
Senator Moye further criticized Taylor’s Jewel Starfish Foundation, claiming it is virtually invisible in Bong County despite her public assertions of supporting girls’ education. “The foundation is just on paper. We can’t see it. I don’t know if the office is in Monrovia, but there’s certainly none in Bong,” he stated.
Moye also addressed recent comments made by Taylor regarding the equitable distribution of county development funds, which she argued should be distributed fairly across all districts. “Every district deserves its fair share,” Taylor said in a recent interview. She also stressed the importance of unity and mutual respect among county leaders.
Responding to Taylor’s comments, Moye reiterated that leadership should be judged by tangible results. “Leadership is not about holding big positions; it’s about what you do for your people when you’re in those positions,” he said.
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