Modad, who resigned<\/strong> from President Joseph Boakai\u2019s administration in October 2024 amid controversy<\/strong> over a vehicle procurement deal, argued that gambling preys on Liberia\u2019s vulnerable populations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cGambling and sports betting must be banned,\u201d he said. \u201cGambling has become a pervasive epidemic that is quietly yet devastatingly destroying our society. The next issue that must be addressed and ultimately banned<\/strong> from our society is gambling and sports betting.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Browne Jr hit back, defending the gambling sector as a crucial part of Liberia\u2019s economy<\/strong>. \u201cAren’t you aware that gambling is legal<\/strong> under our Liberian law and contributes toward our national budget annually? The government generates over three million United States dollars<\/strong> from casino and betting entities annually\u201d, he said according to DN-News Liberia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Highlighting both the jobs at stake<\/strong> and the safeguards<\/strong> already in place within Liberia\u2019s gambling industry, Browne Jr said: \u201cHundreds of Liberians are in the employ of these betting entities you want the gov’t to shut down. There’s also a general warning attached<\/strong> to betting that says ‘betting is prohibited for underage.’ I disagree with you that gambling should be banned. You’re not reading. Learn to research and read.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n The controversy quickly ignited on social media<\/strong>, with Liberian citizens expressing frustration<\/strong> over Modad\u2019s stance. Meme Potter said: \u201cSo you want all casinos to close too? Are you to yourself. Don’t you know most developing countries have such and this has a profitable impact in the economy.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Brent Gian tied his criticism<\/strong> to Modad\u2019s resignation over the vehicle procurement controversy, saying: \u201cYou bought that big car that that made you walked out of govt. I disagree with you that gambling should be banned.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pius Kollins added: \u201cHe’s just insane<\/strong>, my question here is – What is the significance of the Liberia National Lottery, if there should be a ban on gambling?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n The debate highlights Liberia\u2019s struggle to balance social concerns with economic realities. While Modad wants to protect the vulnerable, critics warn that banning gambling could cost jobs, revenue and harm an important legal industry<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/africa\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/08\/LIBERIA-FOLLOWUP.jpg\")
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