Monrovia – Former Commissioner of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), Abraham Kamara, has been re-arrested and brought before Criminal Court ‘C’ to face corruption-related charges. Kamara was taken into custody by …
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Liberia: Former LTA Commissioner Abdullah Kamara Re-Arrested on Corruption Charges
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – Former Commissioner of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), Abdullah Kamara, has been re-arrested and brought before Criminal Court ‘C’ to face corruption-related charges. Kamara was taken into custody by …
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Liberia: Finance Minister Ngafuan Dismisses GAC Report ‘Misinterpretation’ as Smear Tactic; CDC Counters with $115M Unaccounted Claims
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The General Auditing Commission’s (GAC) audit of the Consolidated Fund, which revealed persistent lapses in public financial management, has ignited a heated exchange between supporters of the ruling Unity …
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Liberia: Justice Closes In on Suspect in UP 2023 Broad Street Rally Tragedy; Murder Trial Begins Tuesday
by lnnby lnnMONROVIA- State Prosecutors have unleashed a triple indictment against a man accused of plugging a SUV into a Unity Party (UP) crowd during a rally in 2023, killing three and …
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Liberia: Foreign Affairs Assistant Minister Resigns After Suspension Over Alleged Gross Insubordination
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – Karishma Pelham-Raad, Liberia’s Assistant Minister for International Organizations, tendered her resignation on Monday following a suspension from her post. An internal memo from Foreign Affairs Minister Sara Beysolow Nyantee, …
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Liberia: Ex-Deputy Speaker Kofa, Co-Defendants Demand Independent Medical Exams Over Torture Allegations
by lnnby lnnMonrovia- Six defendants currently facing trial in one of Liberia’s most politically charged arson cases have filed a formal Motion for Independent Medical Examination before the First Judicial Circuit Court, …
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Liberia: Harper Demonstration School Renovation Finally Halted, Bedell’s Foundation Retrieves Construction Materials
by lnnby lnnHARDER, Maryland County — A long-awaited renovation project at Harper Demonstration School has finally been halted after weeks of administrative back-and-forth, leaving over 1,000 students to continue learning in deteriorating …
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Chinese Ambassador Chengwu Reaffirms China’s Continued Support to Liberia
by lnnby lnnChinese Ambassador to Liberia, YIN Chengwu Monrovia-Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, YIN Chengwu, has reaffirmed his country’s unwavering support to Liberia, highlighting the strong and growing bilateral ties between the two …
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Tony Elumelu to Receive Appeal of Conscience Award at 60th Annual Gala in New York
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings, The United Bank for Africa, and Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, to Receive Appeal of Conscience Award at 60th Annual Gala …
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Liberia: Bong County Businessman Raises Alarm Over Surge in Criminal Activities in Gbarnga
by lnnby lnnGbarnga – A prominent businessman in Gbarnga, Bong County has raised concerns over what he describes as a troubling rise in criminal activities targeting local residents and members of the …
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Orientation and Mobility Training at World Blind Union General Assembly in Brazil
by lnnby lnnSao Paulo, Brazil – William Howard, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer of the Liberia Christian Association of the Blind, has underscored the critical importance of Orientation and Mobility training for blind …
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Liberia: Ziggida Residents Stage Peaceful Protest in Zorzor Over Arrests During Security Operation
by lnnby lnnZORZOR CITY, Lofa County – Residents of Ziggida in Zorzor District staged a peaceful protest on Saturday, September 7, calling for the immediate release of several young men who were …
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Liberia: Boakai Appoints Longtime Aide as Minister of State, Ending Weeks of Speculation Over Grigsby’s Successor
by lnnby lnnMONROVIA — The appointment of Samuel A. Stevquoah as Minister of State for Presidential Affairs comes at a critical moment in the administration of President Joseph Boakai, Sr. By Selma …
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Monrovia—The Administration of the state-run University of Liberia (UL) has categorically denied what it describes as false media reports suggesting that approximately 200 employees are slated for forced retirement. By: …
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Liberia: Labor Dispute at National Beverages Sparks Scrutiny of Workers’ Rights as Eyes Turn to Labor Ministry Ruling
by lnnby lnnMonrovia, Liberia – What began in April as a quiet petition for better working conditions has now drawn nationwide attention, as employees of the National Beverages/Trust Services Company (TSC) allege …
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Monrovia – The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) welcomes the recently released 2024 General Auditing Commission (GAC) Audit Report of the Government of Liberia’s Consolidated Accounts. The report confirms …
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Risking It All To Feed The Children: Liberian Women Exercise Right to Trade Without Fear
by lnnby lnnWomen crossing a river in a canoe between Liberia and Sierra Leone Monrovia – Eighteen years ago, Saybah Fomba left Liberia for Sierra Leone, braving the uncertainty of her first cross-border …
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Liberia: WACP Ends 9th Annual General Assembly and Scientific Meeting, Highlights Solutions to Strengthen Health Sector
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – The West African College of Physicians (WACP) has concluded its 9th Annual General Assembly and Scientific Meeting in Monrovia, bringing together health experts and policymakers to discuss practical solutions …
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Renown Liberian Anti-Drug Advocate Selected for Prestigious 2025 Community Solutions Program in the United States
by lnnby lnnIn a remarkable achievement, Thomas Tamba Bundoo a Liberia advocate has been selected as one of the 65 fellows for the 2025-2026 Community Solutions Program, out of over 12,600 applicants …
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Liberia: APM Terminals Sponsors YMCA Program, Empowering Over 400 Children for Fourth Year
by lnnby lnnMonrovia – APM Terminals Liberia Ltd. has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to youth empowerment by partnering with YMCA Liberia to deliver the 2025 edition of the Annual Children Vacation Sports …
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Liberia: Senator Nuquay Dedicates Six-Classroom Annex to Elevate Larkay-Ta School to Senior High Level
by lnnby lnnMargibi County Senator James Emmanuel Nuquay cutting the ribbon of the newly constructed six-classroom annex at the Larkay-Ta Junior Public School Kakata, Margibi County Senator James Emmanuel Nuquay on Saturday, …
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Liberia: Over 1,500 Vacation Job Students Receive Payment Through Ministry of Labour
by lnnby lnnLabour Minister Cllr. Cooper W. Kruah Sr. The Ministry of Labour has successfully completed the payment of more than 1,500 students who participated in the 2025 National Vacation Job Program, …
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Liberia: LIS Sets New Accreditation Guidelines for Processing Agents, Agencies and Expeditors
by lnnby lnnLIS Commissioner General Elijah F. Rufus Monrovia – The Liberia Immigration Service (LIS) has unveiled new accreditation requirements for immigration processing agents, agencies, and expeditors as part of efforts to boost …
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Liberia: Commerce Ministry Begins Validation of Five-Year Strategic Plan as Minister Dagoseh Pledges Implementation
by lnnby lnnMin. Dagoseh Monrovia – The Minister of Commerce & Industry, Magdalene Ellen Dagoseh, says the validation of the Ministry’s Five-Year Strategic Plan marks a significant milestone in ongoing collective efforts …