By: Ernest Moibah |Bomi Correspondent
A bold call for unity is echoing across western Liberia as Sam Zinnah urges leaders to rise above political divisions and rally behind the transformation of Bomi Community College into a full-fledged Western Region University.
Speaking with urgency and conviction, Superintendent Zinnah warned that despite the region’s vast natural wealth, poverty continues to grip its people; a situation he blames squarely on disunity and petty politics among leaders.
“We are rich in resources, yet our people are still struggling,” Zinnah declared. “It is time to put aside differences and work together for the future of our region.”
A Vision Beyond Politics
At the heart of his appeal is the rapid growth of Bomi Community College, which he says is now poised to transition into a university, offering expanded opportunities for higher education in the western region.
Zinnah emphasized that achieving this vision will require collective commitment -not just from political leaders, but from stakeholders, citizens, and development partners.
“This is not about politics; this is about development. Supporting this college means supporting our own future,” he stressed.
Call for Funding and Legislative Support
The Superintendent is also pushing for urgent budgetary intervention, calling on the Western Region Legislative Caucus to secure funding that would accelerate the institution’s transformation.
He described the proposed university as a “game-changer” for young people, opening doors to education, skills development, and long-term economic empowerment.
Immediate Action: Dormitory for Midwifery Students
Moving beyond words, Zinnah has already taken a practical step, requesting the donation of one acre of land to construct a dormitory for midwifery students.
The appeal follows the recent launch of a midwifery program at Bomi Community College, accredited by the Ministry of Health, aimed at training skilled professionals to serve across Bomi, Grand Cape Mount, and Gbarpolu Counties.
The program is expected to play a critical role in reducing maternal mortalityrates in the region – one of the most pressing health challenges facing local communities.
“Supporting Your Own”
Zinnah is now calling on his fellow superintendents in the three counties to allocate funds from their county budgets to support the college, framing the effort as a shared regional responsibility.
“This is about supporting your own,” he said, urging leaders to take ownership of the initiative.
A Region at a Crossroads
As momentum builds around the proposal, many see the transformation of Bomi Community College as more than an educational upgrade – it is a symbol of hope for a region long constrained by underdevelopment.
But with that hope comes a clear message from Superintendent Zinnah:
without unity, commitment, and decisive action, the dream of a Western Region University may remain just that a dream.
Recently, Bomi Community College officially inaugurated a midwifery program, accredited by the Ministry of Health, aimed at training professional midwives to serve in health facilities across Bomi, Grand Cape Mount, and Gbarpolu Counties. The initiative is designed to address the western region’s high maternal mortality rate and represents a significant step toward strengthening Liberia’s healthcare workforce.
