District-13 Student's Union-DITSU

PRESS STATEMENT FROM THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT, DISTRICT-13 STUDENTS' UNION (DITSU)

For Immediate Release

DITSU Extends Congratulations to AMEU Graduates

The Office of the President of the District-13 Students' Union (DITSU) extends its heartfelt congratulations to all its members and comrades graduating from the African Methodist Episcopal University.

This graduation marks a remarkable achievement, worthy of celebration. We commend your dedication, hard work, and perseverance. As you step into this new chapter, the Union urges every graduate to leverage the knowledge and skills acquired to contribute meaningfully to the growth and development of Liberia and its evolving job market.

We have every confidence that you will become leaders and innovators, driving positive change in our society. Your success is an inspiration to all student comrades.

Once again, congratulations on this significant accomplishment.

Signed:
Mercy Dennis
Presidential Press Secretary
District-13 Students' Union (DITSU)

Approved:
Joseph Putin Kai Jr.
President
District-13 Students' Union (DITSU)

PRESS STATEMENT FROM THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT, DISTRICT-13 STUDENTS' UNION (DITSU)

For Immediate Release

The Office of the President of the District-13 Students' Union (DITSU) categorically rejects the defamatory and illegitimate press release issued by MONSU Press Secretary Josephus Dukuly on October 17, 2025.

The statement is fundamentally flawed and based on a false premise. The District-13 Students' Union is an autonomous and independent body, not an auxiliary, association, or chapter of the Montserrado County Students' Union (MONSU). Therefore, MONSU and its President, Oliver C. Jarka, possess no jurisdictional authority to suspend, appoint, or make any pronouncements regarding the leadership of our Union.

Comrade Joseph Putin Kai Jr. remains the undisputed and legitimate President of the District-13 Students' Union. Any claim of him holding a Coordinator role under MONSU is a fiction designed to undermine our sovereignty. The so-called suspension is null and void and has no effect on his position or duties.

We condemn this blatant attempt to interfere in our independent affairs and disrupt the stability of our union. We urge all students and the public to disregard MONSU's publication in its entirety.

The leadership of the District-13 Students' Union remains firmly under the command of its duly elected President, Comrade Joseph Putin Kai Jr.

Signed:
Mercy Dennis
Presidential Press Secretary
District-13 Students' Union (DITSU)

Approved:
Joseph Putin Kai Jr.
President, District-13 Students' Union (DITSU)

District-13 Students' Union (DITSU) utilizes this medium to ask partners, donors, humanitarians, and stakeholders to invest or donate to our 1,000,000 LRD Scholarship drive for 50 Students.

Talented elementary, junior, and senior high students in District-13 risk losing their education over unpaid tuition fees. DITSU aims to raise 1,000,000 LRD to keep 50 Scholars in class this year. Your support is important because without full tuition, these students will drop-out off school.

Every $20,000 LRD you give sponsors one student's annual tuition across all levels. We appreciate your commitment for your understanding.

Donate via:
• Lonestar MTN: 0880727590
• Orange Money: 0771776625

Signed:
George Andrews
Chairperson
Education and Scholarship Committee
District-13 Students' Union (DITSU)

Approved:
Joseph Putin Kai Jr.
President
District-13 Students' Union (DITSU)

PRESS STATEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 13, 2025

DISTRICT-13 STUDENTS’ UNION ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP APPOINTMENT AND URGES IMMEDIATE RENOVATION OF WILLIAM GABRIEL KPOLEH MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

The District-13 Students’ Union (DITSU) today announced a key leadership appointment and issued an urgent call to the Ministry of Education to address critical infrastructure deficits at the only public high school in District-13.

Effective immediately, Comrade Jonathan J. Tarklius has been appointed Chairperson of the Committee on Recruitment and Mobilization. Comrade Tarklius brings proven organizational experience and a commitment to advancing student welfare. The Office of the DITSU President will provide his formal Terms of Reference.

DITSU demands the Ministry of Education immediately allocate resources to renovate William Gabriel Kpoleh Memorial High School, District-13’s sole public secondary institution. Current conditions violate Section 8.1 of Liberia’s Education Reform Act (2011), guaranteeing safe, equitable, and conducive learning environments.

Required Renovations:
- Construct Three Science Laboratories
(Biology, Chemistry, Physics) to meet national curriculum standards.
- Build a 500-Seat Auditorium
For assemblies, examinations, and community events.
- Establish a Sanitary Cafeteria
With food preparation facilities and adequate seating.
- Modernize Sanitation Systems
Replace pit latrines with state-of-the-art sewage infrastructure.
- Provide 1,200 Student Chairs
To eliminate classroom shortages forcing students to sit on floors.

These demands align with:
- Liberia’s National Education Policy (2017) prioritizing STEM infrastructure.
- UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education).
- The Ministry’s 2024 pledge to eradicate schools without basic amenities.
-Reform Education Act 2011

DITSU expects:
- A Ministry action plan within 14 days.
- Commencement of renovations by October 1, 2025.
- Quarterly pr

District-13 Students' Union under the capable leadership of President Joseph Putin Kai Jr. and the female general Jestina T. Pawoo lead the Youth and Students of the District in the peaceful march against illicit drugs. Our position remain no to illegal drugs.

Education is power!

FOR IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE!

August 6, 2025

Revolutionary greeting fellow comrades, students, youths and leaders of District-13.

On tomorrow, August 7, 2025, all youth, students, leaders, and residents of the District-13 are to assemble at the New Georgia Junction, Gardnesville, at about 8:30pm prompt to join the march against illegal drugs. Transportation won't be an issue as District-13 Students' Union (DITSU) will cover all expenses as it relates to carrying your to the Capitol Building.

You're encourage to be there to show your support and fight against illegal drugs. Hance, all leaders of DITSU are mandated to be on time to coordinate the masses of District-13.

Failure of any leader not making their way there will serve due consequences by the President. Absolutely no excuse is acceptable.

Failed not to attend!!!

Signed By: Theophilus Divine Saah-Bonkie
Director on Press and Publicity
District-13 Students' Union (DITSU)

Approved:
Joseph Putin Kai Jr.
President of the District-13 Students' Union (DITSU)

Yesterday evening, the District-13 Student's Union-DITSU held a successful interactive solution-focused debate at the New Georgia Township Intellectual Forum between two distinguished District-13 youth leaders:

• Hon. Solomon Swen
Youth Chairman
Bassa Town Community

• Ambassador Jackson Nabieu (known as Mathematical Xender)
Chief Executive Officer
Starz Association

This non-political debate provided the opportunity for collaborative discourse and perspectives on the socioeconomic conditions of District-13. The panelists provided actionable solutions on issues affecting the district and Liberia at large.