Ganta, Oct. 14 -- Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung has dismissed rumors of a political rift between him and Nimba County Senator Samuel Kogar, saying there is no animosity despite the senator's recent outbursts criticizing his leadership.

Speaking Monday on the Voice of Gompa (VOG), a local radio station in Nimba County, Vice President Koung said claims of division between him and the senator were unfounded. "Nothing is going on between Kogar and I. I haven't heard anything; all that's circulating are just rumors," Vice President Koung said.

"Even if the election were held today, I would fully support Senator Kogar. I do not regret supporting him, and I will never regret doing so."

Addressing the perceived political divide in Nimba...