Ex- Mines and Energy Minister Wilmot Paye Accuses VP Koung of Orchestrating Unity Party Split Through Thomas Fallah and New “NIMBO” Faction
BY: Rufus Divine Brooks Jr.
MONROVIA – Former Minister of Mines and Energy Wilmot Paye has alleged that an internal effort is underway to fracture the ruling Unity Party and establish a separate political movement under the name “NIMBO.”
Appearing Tuesday on Spoon Talk, Paye claimed Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung Sr. is allegedly working through Deputy House Speaker Thomas Fallah to build the new group, which Paye said is intended to either break away from the Unity Party or seize control of it ahead of future elections.
The Unity Party, led by President Joseph Boakai, won the 2023 presidential election on a joint ticket with Koung as running mate.
Since taking office in January 2024, the UP-led government has faced internal debates over direction and influence within the party structure.
Rufus Divine Brooks, Jr.Rufus Divine Brooks Jr. is an independent Liberian journalist with more than 7 years of experience across print, radio, and television media.
Known for accountability-driven reporting and clear, audience-focused storytelling, he currently serves as News Director at KMTV Liberia and Chief Executive Officer of Voice of News in Liberia [VON], a digital news platform.
Career Experience:
Brooks has held key editorial and production roles throughout Liberia’s media landscape:
1. Head of Television & Reporter, Prime FM 105.5 — Led TV content operations while reporting on politics, governance, and human interest.
2. Promotional Manager, TunesLiberia — Managed media partnerships and promotional campaigns for Liberian entertainment and public affairs content.
3. Correspondent, Bassa FM, Grand Bassa County — Provided county-level coverage on development, infrastructure, and community issues outside Monrovia.
4. News Desk Editor & Senior Reporter, Kear Radio 95.9, Monrovia — Coordinates daily news output and produces in-depth analysis on national policy and social issues.
5. Contributor, FrontPage Africa & Verity Newspaper — Writes for two of Liberia’s leading independent dailies, focusing on political accountability, diplomacy, and sports.
Professional Affiliations & Standards:
A full member of the Press Union of Liberia [PUL], Brooks adheres to ethical journalism standards emphasizing accuracy, balance, and the right of reply.
His editorial approach prioritizes context, verification, and giving communities a voice in national debates.
Coverage & Notable Work:
His reporting portfolio spans:
• Governance & Diplomacy: Coverage of Liberia’s leadership roles on United Nations sanctions committees and foreign policy milestones.
• Politics & Elections: On-the-ground reporting during national elections and analysis of legislative developments.
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• Human Interest & Development: Stories highlighting infrastructure projects, public health, education, and climate resilience at county level.
Brooks is also active on digital platforms, where he provides timely updates and contextual analysis to a growing audience.
Leadership & Current Role:
As News Director of KMTV Liberia, he oversees editorial strategy, mentors young journalists, and ensures balanced coverage of government, opposition, and civic voices.
Through Voice of News and other platforms in Liberia, he expands access to independent news and promotes media literacy.
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