By Kruah Thompson Monrovia, September 10, 2025: The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), West Point Detachment, has arrested a Nigerian national, Ilo Arinza, in Central Monrovia for allegedly trafficking 150 …
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Monrovia, September 10, 2025: ArcelorMittal Liberia and the Liberia Marathon Trust have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for financial sponsorship of the annual Liberia Marathon. The agreement, signed on …
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Margibi, Liberia; September 10, 2025 – The Booker-Washington-Institute (BWI) Class of 1987–1990, in collaboration with U.S.-based Villanova University, has donated a 40-foot shipping container of assorted school materials to the …
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By Edwin N. Khakie The Liberia Peacebuilding Office, in partnership with the Ministries of Youth and Sports, Internal Affairs, and Foreign Affairs, has concluded a one-day National Youth, Peace, and …
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The Governance Commission (GC) has officially welcomed its new Executive Director, Jallah Kesselly, at a ceremony held in Monrovia, with senior officials, staff, and partners pledging renewed commitment to strengthening …
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Liberia: Biomedical Scientist Dougbeh Chris Nyan Gets “African Genius Award 2025”
by lnnby lnnDr. Nyan is among several other awardees are from Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and Nigeria, among others. They work in various fields of science, medicine, the humanities and other disciplines …
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Authorities in Margibi County have pledged their full support to the government’s efforts to combat drug abuse in the country, while also acknowledging drugs as a significant challenge within the …
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Liberia: EPA and UNDP Conduct Coastal Assessment in Sinoe Ahead of Climate Resilience Project
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The Environmental Protection Agency of Liberia (EPA), in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has concluded a field mission to Sinoe County as part of preparations …
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Liberia: Seventeen Liberian Leaders Complete Mandela Washington Fellowship in the United States
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – Seventeen young Liberian professionals have returned home after successfully completing the Mandela Washington Fellowship, a flagship U.S. Government program designed to build leadership and professional capacity among emerging …
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The Management of the National Lottery Authority (NLA)has strongly dismissed recent allegations of corruption, nepotism, illegal employment, intimidation, and dismissal circulating in the public and media, including reports published by …
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The European Union Special Representative for the Sahel region, Joao Cravinho, has issued a warning about the potential spillover effects of the ongoing crisis in the Sahel region on neighboring …
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Finance and Development Planning Minister, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, has delivered a robust defense of the government’s performance, insisting that Liberia is moving forward with measurable progress in infrastructure, economic stability, …
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Liberia: Government’s New Petroleum Pricing Structure Draws Mixed Reactions — Rep. Bility Blasts as ‘Harmful Maneuver,’ Sen. Moye Says It Will Boost Revenue
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The Government of Liberia’s decision to impose a new petroleum pricing structure has sparked heated debate among lawmakers and the public, with critics warning of dire consequences for Liberian-owned …
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Assistant Minister for International Organizations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Karishma Pelham-Raad, has tendered her resignation, highlighting her deep appreciation to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. for entrusting her …
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Senior EU Diplomat Warns Disinformation Is a ‘Major Threat’ to Liberian Democracy, Links Climate Change to Regional Migration
by lnnby lnnJoão Gomes Cravinho, the European Union’s Special Representative for the Sahel, says disinformation is “a major threat” to democratic societies. Credit: Anthony Stephens/New Narratives. Summary: João Gomes Cravinho, the EU’s …
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AML’s Head of Sustainability and External Relations, Marcus Wleh, said the sponsorship aligns with one of the company’s core pillars—youth and sports development. Monrovia – ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) has signed …
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BRICS Countries, UN Partners Commit US$1 Million to Boost Liberian Women Leadership | News
by lnnby lnnIn what could be referred to as a historic partnership, some governments of the BRICS countries, including India, Brazil, and South Africa, have signed a US$1 million agreement with the …
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Liberia: PRESIDENT BOAKAI MEETS WITH TOP LISCR OFFICIALS IN WASHINGTON, DC
by lnnby lnnWashington, D.C. – The Co-Chairs of the Liberian International Ship and Corporate Registry (LISCR), Mr. Adam Cohen and Mr. Elan Cohen, today held a high-level meeting with the President of …
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ULIBAAA Demands Immediate, Sustainable Solutions to Crisis at University of Liberia
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The University of Liberia Alumni Association in the Americas (ULIBAAA) has issued a strong warning to the Boakai-Koung administration and relevant stakeholders, citing what it describes as a worsening …
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Liberia: Jallah Kesselly Inducted as Governance Commission Executive Director
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The Governance Commission (GC) has officially inducted Mr. Jallah C. Kesselly as its new Executive Director. By Emmanuel Weedee-Conway The induction ceremony was held on Monday in Monrovia. …
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Liberia Showcases Climate Resilience Strategy at Africa Regional Climate Week
by lnnby lnnAddis Ababa – Liberia has reaffirmed its commitment to climate resilience and sustainable development during the Africa Regional Climate Week held at the Addis Convention Centre in Addis Ababa. By …
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Liberia, India, Brazil, South Africa, and UN Women Launch $1 Million Project to Empower Women Legislators
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – Liberia, in partnership with India, Brazil, South Africa, and UN Women, has launched a $1 million initiative aimed at strengthening women’s leadership and promoting gender-responsive governance. The launch …
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Liberia: Suspended LTA Chairman Kamara Released on Bond Amid Corruption Charges
by lnnby lnnMonrovia-Suspended Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), Abdullai L. Kamara, has been released on bond following his arrest and brief detention at the Monrovia …
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Liberia: Weeping Defendant Breaks Down in Court, Plead for Mercy In Princess Zuo Wesseh Trial, Final Arguments Set Thursday
by lnnby lnnMonrovia-Defendant Bill Jallah, in a deeply emotional state, broke down on Tuesday, September 9, during proceedings at Criminal Court “B”, pleading for mercy as he stood trial for the killing …