Ambulah Mamey, a noted policy expert, argues that the Act gives the new agency a dual role—both regulator and port operator—creating a glaring conflict of interest. Monrovia – A newly …
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Liberia: Frank Artus Returns with Sequel ‘Inside The Bush,’ Promising a Cinematic Masterpiece
by lnnby lnnInside The Bush explores the intricacies of family dynamics and delves further into the contentious issues of the Sande Society and Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Monrovia – The wait is …
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Liberia: MRISS Urges MRU Countries to Diversify Funding Sources Following USAID Suspension
by lnnby lnnEach country has responded to the situation in a manner that reflects its unique development needs. Monrovia – The Mano River Institute for Strategic Studies (MRISS), led by Executive Director …
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Liberia: Kojo to Serve as Stand-in Coach for Lone Star as Liberia Seeks New Head Coach
by lnnby lnnThe 52-year-old, who transitioned into coaching after his playing career, has extensive experience in South Africa and Liberia. He has previously served as head coach, deputy coach, and interim coach …
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How a Dutch Cocaine Baron in Sierra Leone Threatens Liberia’s Reputation and Security
by lnnby lnnFREETOWN – A Nation on the Brink The skies over Sierra Leone are darkening, not with storms, but with the shadows of an unfolding narco-crisis that threatens to destabilize not …
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Liberia: History of Tax Dodging Spells Trouble for Elon Musk’s Starlink Amid US$17M USAID Money Cancellation
by lnnby lnnThe attention to Musk and Starlink comes as the billionaire-led DOGE office set up by President Trump recently cancelled a $US17 million project intended to provide tax policy advice to …
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For over six decades (1960- 2025), Liberia’s health system has heavily depended on the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). USAID has invested more than three billion dollars in …
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Liberia: Tragic Motor Accident Claims Bea Mountain Driver’s Life, Preliminary Report Rules Out Foul Play
by lnnby lnnAccording to reports, the Komatsu truck collided with the parked Volvo, resulting in Blenwhen being found unconscious beneath the rear tire of his vehicle./Pictures of the two vehicles can be …
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Liberia: NaFAA DG Glassco’s Suspension Sparks Concerns Over Selective Justice in Boakai’s Anti-Corruption Drive
by lnnby lnnThe suspension of Glasco (Right), has ignited a storm of controversy, with critics asking whether the government’s anti-corruption measures are truly impartial or if they risk becoming yet another example …
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Editorial: Be Holistic, Not Selective: President Boakai’s Continued Suspension of Weah-Appointed Officials Resembles a Political Purge
by lnnby lnnPRESIDENT JOSEPH NYUMA Boakai’s ongoing suspension of officials appointed by his predecessor, George Weah, has raised serious concerns about the nature of his governance. Rather than demonstrating a commitment to …
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Liberia: Supreme Court Lifts Prohibition on United Methodist Church’s Annual Conference, Summons Judge Konto for Conference
by lnnby lnnIn a significant ruling, Justice Gbeisay (left) has emphasized that the church’s operations in Liberia should proceed without interruption, as if no legal actions had been initiated. Right: Bishop Samuel …
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Liberia: NPHIL-Liberia and Côte d’Ivoire Hold Cross-Border Symposium on Mpox Preparedness and Response
by lnnby lnnNPHIL expressed gratitude to Dr. Lokossou and the WAHO team for spearheading the event and facilitating meaningful discussions. SAN PEDRO – The National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) and …
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Clarence Massaquoi, the owner of Bassa Logging and Timber Company, and co-owner of C&C Corporation. By his own admission, Massaquoi worked in the logging sector before January 2006, making him …
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Liberia: A School in Crisis: Dorothy Cooper Junior High in Bong County Faces Struggles Following Violent Storm
by lnnby lnnThe school building, once a place of learning and growth, now offers little shelter or protection from the elements. GBARNGA — As students of Dorothy Cooper Junior and Semi High …
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Liberia: Supreme Court Intervenes in United Methodist Church Dispute, Summons Judge Konto for Conference
by lnnby lnnGbarnga, Bong County – The Supreme Court of Liberia has intervened in an ongoing legal dispute surrounding the United Methodist Church (UMC) Annual Conference in Gbarnga, Bong County. By Gerald …
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Djibouti’s Mahmoud Ali Youssouf Elected African Union Commission Chairperson Amid Growing Continental Challenges
by lnnby lnnYoussouf secured victory in the seventh round of voting, narrowly surpassing his competitors, Madagascar’s former Foreign Minister Richard Randriamandrato and Kenya’s veteran opposition leader and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. …
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Gbarnga — The Ninth Judicial Circuit Court in Bong County has issued an injunction halting the ongoing annual conference of the United Methodist Church (UMC). By Selma Lomax, [email protected] The …
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Liberia: FAO Hands Over Start-up Materials For UL Agriculture College
by lnnby lnnFendall Campus, Louisiana, Montserrado County, – The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations has handed over essential start-up materials to the College of Agriculture and Forestry at …
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Liberia: Former President Weah Refutes Billionaire Elon Musk Offers to Buy Ballon D’or
by lnnby lnnMonrovia– Ex-president George Weah has refuted claims that billionaire Elon Musk offered to purchase his prestigious football award. By Jaheim [email protected] In a social media post, Weah who was the …
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Liberia: Health and Education Ministries Deny Reports of Ministerial Suspensions Over Asset Declaration
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The Ministries of Health and Education have denied recent reports claiming that their respective ministers, Dr. Louise Mapleh Kpoto and Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah, were suspended for failing …
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Liberia: Former Pres. Weah Pays Courtesy Visit to Pres. Nguesso in Brazzaville
by lnnby lnnMonrovia — Former President of Liberia, George Weah, has paid a courtesy visit to President Denis Sassou Nguesso of the Republic of Congo, in Brazzaville following an invitation from the …
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Liberia: Cummings Questions Liberia’s UN Security Council Bid; Calls for Self-Sufficiency Amid U.S. Aid Cut
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – Former Presidential candidate Alexander Cummings has raised serious concerns over Liberia’s internal governance, questioning the country’s bid for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council. By …
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Liberia: ‘Don’t Let Love Diminish—Make Every Day Valentine’s’ – Veteran Couple Urges Young Couples to Strengthen Their Relationships
by lnnby lnnBishop Smith believes marriage should not be about dominance but mutual agreement on resolving issues. He advises young couples to prioritize prayer in their union. Monrovia – As Valentine’s Day …
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Liberia: Court In Nimba Frees Over 50 Pre-Trial Detainees Accused of Murder, Armed Robbery Without Trial
by lnnby lnnThe court’s failure to proceed with trials has raised concerns about delays in the justice system and potential corruption. /Nimba Public Defender Tarlo N. Wehyee Sanniquellie – The Eighth Judicial …