The Director General of the Civil Service Agency (CSA), Josiah F. Joekai Jr., says Liberia needs visionaries and changemakers in order for the country to rise above poverty, illiteracy and …
June 2025
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The President of Lofa County University (LCU), Dr. Isaac P. Podah is facing mounting pressure to step aside as the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission’s (LACC) investigation of alleged corruption nears conclusion. …
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At the ongoing 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), held in Washington, D.C., Liberia has been officially elected alongside the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to serve …
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Front Page Africa
Liberia Overwhelmingly Gets UN Security Council Seat, Diplomats Say It Shows Country’s “Growing Regional Influence”
by lnnby lnnLiberia elected to UN Security Council as a non-permanent member for the first time for 64 years Liberia obtained 181 of the 188 votes cast for the seat and will …
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Liberia: House Passes Resolution to Validate National Budget, Other Instruments Declared Illegal by Supreme Court
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The House of Representatives on Tuesday took a controversial step by passing a resolution that seeks to retroactively validate all legislative actions and decisions made by the breakaway “Majority …
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Liberia: President Boakai’s UNSC Victory Speech Sparks Controversy Over Weah Omission
by lnnby lnnThis omission has fueled a political backlash. In a statement issued June 3, Weah congratulated President Boakai and his government for successfully concluding the campaign. Monrovia – Liberia’s election as a …
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Liberia: Joint Security Cites Delays in Capitol Building Fire Probe, Vows to Prosecute All Involved Regardless of Political Ties
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The Government of Liberia, through its Joint Security Council (JSC), has vowed to prosecute all individuals found culpable in the December 2024 fire that destroyed portions of the Capitol …
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Liberia: ArcelorMittal Liberia to Dedicate Modern Iron Ore Concentrator in Nimba; President Boakai, Chairman Mittal to Attend Ceremony
by lnnby lnnYEKEPA, Nimba County – ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), the country’s largest foreign investor and iron ore producer, will on Thursday, June 5, dedicate a cutting-edge iron ore concentrator in Yekepa, Nimba County. …
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Editorial: Liberia’s UNSC Victory Should Have United the Nation, But President Boakai’s Silence on Weah Spoke Volumes
by lnnby lnnLIBERIA’S ELECTION TO THE United Nations Security Council (UNSC) as a non-permanent member for the 2026–2027 term was meant to be a moment of collective national pride — a diplomatic …
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Who Owns Mighty Barrolle: The Case for Equity Ownership and Financial Reforms
by lnnby lnnMighty Barrolle, once Liberia’s most iconic football club and a pillar of unity, now suffers from financial instability, ownership uncertainty, and, ultimately, relegation from Liberia’s top division. At the heart …
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Monrovia – Liberia has secured an important victory by winning a seat as a Non-Permanent Member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2026–2027 term. But while President …
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Liberia: Duazon’s Rock-Crushing Mothers Plead for Support Amid Poverty and Hardship
by lnnby lnnLiberia: Duazon’s Rock-Crushing Mothers Plead for Support Amid Poverty and Hardship Margibi – In the impoverished Rock Crusher community of Duazon, Margibi County, single mothers continue to endure grueling labor …
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Liberia’s Fragmented Ocean Policy Under Scrutiny as Stakeholders Launch First Governance Seminar
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – Liberia, a global maritime powerhouse with the world’s largest ship registry by tonnage and a growing fisheries sector, is struggling to convert its oceanic advantage into real developmental …
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The visit formed part of Professor El-Enany’s outreach efforts to garner support for his candidacy ahead of the upcoming election. PARIS, France – Professor Khaled Ahmed El-Enany Ali Ezz of …
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A new cardio unit has opened at John F. Kennedy Medical Center in Sinkor to address heart-related diseases locally. By: Emmanuel Wise Jipoh Monrovia, June 4, 2025: The new Cardiac …
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The National Disaster Management Agency has issued a dire warning ahead of this year’s rainy season, cautioning citizens to beware of massive flooding. By: Kruah Thompson The Executive Director of …
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President Boakai says Liberia’s voice at the Council will be inclusive and representative of the nation’s diverse population, following the country’s election to a non-permanent seat on the UN Security …
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Family concerns mount over lackluster posture by the State in the burial of former Liberian First Lady, Nancy B. Doe. By Stephen G. Fellajuah Monrovia, Liberia; June 4, 2025 – …
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By: Naneka A. Hoffman The Liberia Senior Women’s National Football Team has returned home to a celebratory welcome after a successful campaign at the 2025 WAFU Zone A Women’s Cup …
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Liberian female lawyers have promised to intensify advocacy for gender equality and children’s rights here. By Lewis S. Teh Monrovia, Liberia; June 4, 2025 – The re-elected President of the …
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Smart News Liberia
Commissioner Dio Elliott Praises Pres. Boakai And Diplomat For Liberia’s UN Security Council Victory
MONROVIA, LIBERIA – The Commissioner of the Township of Gardnerville, Hon. Dio Himie Elliott, has issued a statement applauding Liberia’s election to a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security …
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Cental Welcomes Liberia’s Fisheries Transparency Move, Demands Swift Action On Corruption Allegations
MONROVIA – The Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) has lauded Liberia’s recent progress in fisheries governance while simultaneously raising deep concerns about ongoing issues of public sector …
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Smart News Liberia
Attorney General Bondi Must Investigate Alain Werner And Hassan Bility Role In Malicious Prosecutions And Targeting American Citizens
by smartnewsby smartnewsAllegations and Key Claims The information alleges that Civitas Maxima (CM), a Swiss-based NGO led by Alain Werner, along with partner organizations including the Global Justice Research Project (GJRP) led …
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Smart News Liberia
Let Liberia Lead: A Seat At The UN Security Council Is A Moment Of Redemption And Opportunity
On June 3, 2025, the world turned its eyes to New York, but the hearts of Liberians beat across Monrovia, Gbarnga, Zwedru, and every dusty road and village in between. …