MONROVIA, Nov. 11 -- The House of Representatives has concurred with the Liberian Senate on proposed legislation seeking to establish the National County Sports Meet as a permanent legal framework for youth development and national unity, bringing the landmark bill one step closer to becoming law.

By Christopher C. Walker, christopherc.walker@frontpageafricaonline.com

River Gee County Senator Jonathan "Boycharles" Sogbie, a former Liberian international football star who authored and sponsored the legislation announced the House's concurrence on Tuesday.

Titled "An Act to Establish the National County Sports Meet for Entertainment and Development," the bill aims to transform Liberia's flagship annual inter-county tournament beyond seas...