Monrovia – Liberia’s fragile democracy is facing an unprecedented test under the leadership of President Joseph N. Boakai, who assumed office in January 2024. Over the past 12 months, his …
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Liberia: Leaked Letter from National Public Health Institute of Liberia Director General Exposes Infighting Among Top Health Officials; NPHIL and MOH Remain Silent
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – One year into his administration, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai finds himself grappling with a recurring challenge: infighting among his officials. This issue first came to light at the …
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Liberia: Concerns Mount Over Potential Campaign to Derail ArcelorMittal Expansion Deal As in 2021
by lnnby lnnYEKEPA, Nimba County – ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) has long been a cornerstone of Liberia’s post-conflict recovery and socioeconomic development, significantly contributing to the government of Liberia’s revenue, creating thousands of …
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Liberia: Ministry of Transport Opens Bids for Services Already Offered by Liberia Traffic Management
by lnnby lnnMonrovia—A contentious issue has arisen surrounding the Liberia Traffic Management Inc. (LTMI) and its concession agreement with the government of Liberia, originally signed under the administration of former President George …
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Liberia: US Trial of Accused Liberian Warlord, “K-1” Called Off as He Pleads Guilty to Immigration Fraud Charges
by lnnby lnnLaye Sekou Camara, alias “K-1” or “Dragon Master”, is the first Liberian accused warlord to have pleaded guilty to his crimes whether before, after or during his trial. The US …
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Liberia: Senator Joseph Raises Alarm Over US$2M Fire Equipment Amid Growing Fire Disasters
by lnnby lnnMONROVIA — Montserrado County Senator Saah Joseph has raised an alarm over the failure of the past and current Governments of Liberia (GOL), through the Liberia National Fire Service (LNFS), …
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Liberia: Green Advocates Int’l Hosts Capacity Building Training in Monrovia
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – Green Advocates International, in collaboration with the World Resources Institute (WRI) and with funding from the U.S. Department of State, held a two-day Capacity-Building Training for Grassroots Environmental …
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Liberia: Sinoe County Terminates Goalkeeper Marvin Sumo’s Contract Over Alleged Bribery
by lnnby lnnSumo previously played for the third division club Pepper FC, and Parjibo, also known as Hundred. Sumo, is the current goalkeeper trainer for Sinoe NPA (a football club coached by …
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Liberia: ‘We Are Pleased with Our Academy Training’ – Athletes Express Appreciation
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – Athletes at the newly established Liberia Sports Academy (LSA) have expressed satisfaction with the training they are receiving under the guidance of the academy’s coaches. By Macaulay Sombai …
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Liberia: Monrovia Court Orders Eviction of Montserrado Rep. Frank Saah Foko Over Unpaid Rent
by lnnby lnnTEMPLE OF JUSTICE, Monrovia – The Monrovia City Court has issued a writ of eviction against Montserrado County District #9 Representative Frank Saah Foko for failure to pay rent amounting …
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Liberia: Irene Christina Reinking Foundation Completes Renovation of Gbaowuta Public School In Bong
by lnnby lnnCurrent view of the Gbaowuta Public School in Panta District#4, Bong County The Administration and students of the Gbaowuta Public School have praised the Irene Christina Reinking Foundation (ICRF) through …
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Liberia: LBS Workers Accuse Director General Fahngon of Autocratic Leadership, Demand Actions
by lnnby lnnPaynesville – Workers of the Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS) have raised serious concerns over what they described as the “autocratic and dysfunctional” leadership of Director General Eugene L. Fahngon. By …
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Liberia: Rule of Law Caucus, Concerned Liberians Condemn NEC Chairperson’s Indefinite Suspension, Call on Pres. Boakai to Reverse Decision
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – President Joseph Boakai’s decision to suspend Madam Davidetta Brown-Lansanah, Chairperson of the National Elections Commission (NEC), has sparked widespread criticism and raised concerns about the state of democracy …
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Liberia: Senator Chea Blasts Dillon’s Apology to Weah, Accuses Him of Lacking Courage to Question President Boakai’s Use of Private Jets
by lnnby lnnSenator Chea (left) described his colleague’s apology as “deceptive and a political chicanery” lacking sincerity and genuine remorse. MONROVIA – Sinoe County Senator Augustine Chea has slammed Senator Abraham Darius …
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Liberia: President Boakai Calls for Collective Effort To Overcome Barriers of Poverty and Inequality at Launch of ARREST Agenda
by lnnby lnnFigure 1The Liberian leader highlighted the need to amplify the voices of women, youth, and vulnerable citizens, stating that unity and inclusion are essential for overcoming poverty and inequality. Buchanan, …
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Liberia: 18-Year-Old Arrested in Connection with Death of Liberian Man Found in Car in U.S.
by lnnby lnnGbedee previously served as an aide to the late Mabutu Nyenpan, former public works minister BENSON, N.C. (WTVD) – An 18-year-old was arrested on Wednesday in connection with the death …
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The Forestry Development Authority (FDA) pays Mr. Isaac Grigsby a board sitting fee through a proxy despite the fact he lives in the United States of America. The DayLight/James Harding …
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Liberia: Joint Security Calls Etheridge’s Lawyers at Night for His Immediate Release Amid Torture Allegations
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The Joint Security has reportedly called Thomas Etheridge’s lawyer late Thursday night to sign for his immediate release, FrontPage Africa has learned. Etheridge has been in custody since …
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Liberia: Jury Acquits Defendants in High-Profile Corruption Case Involving Health Officials
by lnnby lnnThe trial followed a 2023 revelation by FrontPage Africa, which revealed corruption allegations involving funds from a USAID healthcare project. Bong County—Judge George S. Wiles of the 9th Judicial Circuit …
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Liberia: RECOGOL Says House Impasse Might Jeopardize President Boakai’s Second SONA; Wants Human Rights, Democratic Principles Restored
by lnnby lnnMonrovia — The Movement to Reinforce Constitutional Governance and the Rule of Law in Liberia (RECOGOL) has said the failure for President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to address the impasse at …
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Liberia: FIA Liberia Warns Medtech for Failure to Submit Requested Information On Time
by lnnby lnnThe Financial Intelligence Agency of Liberia has issued a warning letter to Medtech Scientific Ltd for the company’s failure to timely submit requested information. The FIA has given a 72-hour …
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Liberia: Lena Marshall Foundation Partners with SolarBuddy to Combat Energy Poverty in Sierra Leone and Liberia
by lnnby lnnTogether, they aim to distribute solar-powered lights to schoolchildren in Sierra Leone and Liberia, empowering them to pursue education without the burden of inadequate lighting. Manchester, UK – Energy poverty …
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Liberia: Government Petitions Supreme Court for Writ of Prohibition in Habeas Corpus Case
by lnnby lnnMonrovia-The Liberian government, through the Ministry of Justice, has petitioned Justice-in-Chambers Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay for a Writ of Prohibition to counter a recent Writ of Habeas Corpus issued by Criminal …
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Liberia: President Boakai Suspends NEC Chairman Davidetta Brown Lansanah for Disrupting Action
by lnnby lnnExecutive Mansion, Monrovia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has suspendedMadam Davidetta Browne-Lansanah, Chairperson of the National Elections Commission (NEC), for an indefinite period following actions deemed disruptive to public …