By Linus Flomo
/BASSA
The Fair Ground in Buchanan City was transformed into a scene of reverence and jubilation on Saturday April 5, 2025 afternoon hours as hundreds gathered to honor a towering figure in Liberia’s spiritual and civic life Rev. Abba Karnga on the occasion of his 95th birthday.
Rev. Karnga, widely regarded as a beacon of wisdom, humility, and moral clarity, was celebrated by family, admirers, and high-profile dignitaries, including President Joseph Boakai.
The milestone event was marked not just by his age, but by the extraordinary legacy he has built over decades of spiritual service and compassionate leadership.
Among the most visible figures paying tribute was Pro-Temp. Karnga-Lawrence, his daughter, who described her father as a “living symbol of hope.”
“Rev. Karnga’s life is a true testament to the power of faith, love, and resilience,” she said.
She said, “His 95 years are not just a celebration of age, but of an extraordinary legacy that continues to uplift and inspire. He has been more than a spiritual leader he has been a father figure to many, a moral compass in times of doubt.”
Over the years, Rev. Karnga has become a trusted presence across Liberia’s religious and civic spheres. Known for his ability to bridge divides and offer steady guidance through tumultuous times, he has served as both a public counselor and a private confidant.
His presence has graced weddings, funerals, baptisms, and countless community crises always accompanied by words of comfort and a quiet strength.
Saturday’s celebration drew an array of government officials, mostly from the executive and legislative branches, who came to pay homage to the man they called a national treasure.
Throughout the day, messages of admiration flowed in, praising Karnga’s enduring commitment to peace, understanding, and the service of others. Friends and followers from across Liberia and the diaspora highlighted his lifelong devotion to uplifting those around him.
Despite the accolades and attention, Dr. Karnga remains grounded. “Each day is a gift,” he is known to say. “And our greatest purpose is to use that gift to serve others.”
As Buchanan honors a man whose influence spans generations, the community also looks to the future, inspired by the values and vision he has championed for nearly a century.
At 95, Rev. Abba Karnga stands not just as a symbol of longevity, but as a living legacy one rooted in service, sustained by faith, and destined to endure.
