Socrates Smythe Saywon

By Socrates Smythe Saywon Cllr. Cyrenius Cephas, Liberia’s former Solicitor General and once a fierce defender of the George Weah administration, has taken an unexpected turn in political commentary. In …

By Socrates Smythe Saywon In what is shaping up to be one of the most damning public indictments of the Unity Party-led government, Matthew Nyanplu’s sustained and unfiltered criticism of …

By Socrates Smythe Saywon MONROVIA – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s declaration of Wednesday, July 30, 2025, as a National Day of Prayer has triggered strong criticism from Liberian civil society …

By Socrates Smythe Saywon MONROVIA – Matthew Nyanplu, a former Assistant Minister for Information Services at the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism (MICAT) and now a vocal critic …

By Socrates Smythe Saywon MONROVIA – Liberia’s path to securing a second Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact now hinges on an upcoming decision by the MCC Board of Directors, following …

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA – Liberia’s Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung, addressing the United Nations Food Systems +4 Summit held from July 27–29, 2025, has urged world leaders to strengthen accountability …

MONROVIA – The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) announced on Monday, July 28, 2025, that it successfully secured indictments against several officials involved in corruption and financial misconduct within Liberia’s public …

BREWERVILLE – In the heart of the Rainbow Community in Brewerville City, 18-year-old Melody M. Turay is emerging as a quiet symbol of courage and perseverance. Her story, marked by …

MONROVIA – The Collaborating Transport Unions of Liberia on Monday, July 28, 2025, launched a nationwide peaceful protest, decrying what they described as systemic injustice, economic marginalization, and governmental overreach …

MONROVIA – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai delivered a stirring address at the Centennial Memorial Pavilion on Saturday, July 26, 2025, as Liberia celebrated its 178th Independence Day. Standing before a …

MONROVIA – Emmett L. Dunn, serving as the National Orator for Liberia’s 178th Independence Day celebration, delivered a reflective address on Saturday, July 26, urging Liberians to embark on a …

MONROVIA – In a moving tribute to the shared struggles and deep-rooted ties between Liberia and Sierra Leone, President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone delivered a powerful address during …

MONROVIA – A disturbing incident involving alleged police brutality against a Muslim woman and her infant child has triggered public outrage, spontaneous protests, and demands for accountability from the Liberian …

MONROVIA – As his tenure comes to a close, U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Mark Toner paid a farewell visit to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai on Thursday, July 24, 2025. The …

MONROVIA – In a powerful and deeply inspirational address to the entire Government of Liberia, African Development Bank (AfDB) President Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina called on Liberia to “Arise and …

MONROVIA – The Government of Liberia and the World Bank on Tuesday, July 23, 2025, signed a landmark US$88.7 million financing agreement to implement the Excellence in Learning in Liberia …

MONROVIA – As Liberia marked its 178th Independence Day on Saturday, July 26, 2025, the honor of delivering the national oration was bestowed upon Ambassador Emmett Lafayette Dunn, a distinguished …

MONROVIA – Grand Kru County District #2 Representative, Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa, has expressed deep sorrow over two tragic incidents in the Jloh Statutory District area in Grand Kru County …

MONROVIA – A political commentator and strong critic of the ruling Unity Party and President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Togar Alexander Bealded, has launched a scathing critique of the government’s approach …

MONROVIA – Tensions are escalating in Liberia as transport workers across the country voice their opposition to the government’s decision to revive a controversial agreement with Liberian Transit Management Incorporated …

A Column By Socrates Smythe Saywon MONROVIA – In a candid and forward-thinking public intervention, Eddie D. Jarwolo, Executive Director of NAYMOTE Partners for Democratic Development, is calling for sweeping …

MONROVIA – On a day marked by both celebration and reflection, Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, the outgoing President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), delivered a message that pierced through …

MONROVIA – Suspended Acting Chairman of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), Mr. Abdullai L. Kamara, has filed a formal motion before Criminal Court “C” requesting to be dropped from a …