MONROVIA – In an unexpected move on Monday morning, July 21, 2025, Maryland County Senator Honorable Gbleh-bo Brown paid a surprise visit to the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL), highlighting the growing importance of public health efforts in the country. The visit was met with warm reception and notable praise for the leadership of Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan, Director-General of NPHIL, who has been at the forefront of managing Liberia’s ongoing public health challenges.
Dr. Nyan posted about the visit on his official Facebook page, describing it as an unanticipated but encouraging show of support. He wrote, “IT WAS A SURPRISE yesterday morning! Maryland County Senator Hon. Gbleh-bo Brown paid an impromptu visit at the National Public Health Institute of Liberia NPHIL. He commended NPHIL Director-General Dougbeh Chris Nyan, M.D., and staff for the hard work and rapid progress at the NPHIL, for effectively managing the ongoing Mpox outbreak and other public health threats. ”For effectively managing the ongoing Mpox Outbreak and other public health threats. Appreciated the NPHIL for recently admitting some W.V.S. Tubman University public health students into the NPHIL Internship Programme.”
The visit emphasizes the government’s increasing recognition of NPHIL’s critical role in protecting Liberians against infectious diseases and other health emergencies. Senator Brown’s commendation reflects the successful efforts by Dr. Nyan and his team in containing the Mpox outbreak, a public health concern that has attracted both national and international attention.
During the visit, Senator Brown interacted with NPHIL staff and expressed his satisfaction with the institute’s swift and efficient response mechanisms. He also highlighted the importance of training and capacity building for future public health professionals. The recent inclusion of public health students from William V.S. Tubman University into NPHIL’s internship program was cited as a key step in strengthening Liberia’s health workforce and ensuring sustainable progress.
Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan has been widely praised for bringing scientific rigor and international experience to the institute. Since his appointment as Director-General, he has spearheaded multiple initiatives aimed at improving disease surveillance, laboratory capacity, and emergency response.
The NPHIL, established as Liberia’s leading public health agency, has played a pivotal role in combating outbreaks including Ebola, Lassa fever, and now Mpox. Its collaboration with government officials, health partners, and academic institutions continues to fortify Liberia’s health security landscape.
The hashtags shared by Dr. Nyan on his Facebook post, #StopMpox, #OutbreakResponse, #NPHIL, and #PublicHealthSafety, reflect the institute’s ongoing commitment to public health awareness and proactive disease control.
Meanwhile, Senator Brown’s visit is seen as a morale booster for NPHIL staff and a signal of legislative support for continued investment in Liberia’s health infrastructure. As Liberia confronts emerging and re-emerging health threats, the partnership between policymakers and health institutions remains vital for safeguarding the nation’s well-being.
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