Disabled People ‘Neglected’…Decry Commission’s Inactions
Speaking to reporters in Monrovia on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, a group of persons with disability gathered to voice their concerns, expressing feelings of neglect since Sam Dean, the Head of the National Disability Commission, took over the institution. One disabled man, identified as Joseph, told reporters that “Since Sam Dean took charge of the…
Liberian Students To Benefit Mobile Refresher Training
As a way of increasing the gap of students’ success in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), Uhuru Tech Solution, in partnership with Liberian National Student Union (LNSU) and LITSU, is expected to launch the first-ever mobile “refresher application”. Designed specifically for high school students preparing for WASSCE and school Mock Exams, Alecia…
NEC Staff Certificated In Content Development
Ten employees of the National Elections Commission of Liberia (NEC-Liberia) have earned certificates in Corporate Digital Communications, Content Development, Videography, and Social Media Management from Blue Crest University. Implemented under the UNDP Liberia Electoral Support Project-LESP, the training has strengthened staff capacity in three key areas, Communication, Live Broadcast, and the Data Center. Speaking at…
LAA Develops Strategic Plan To Boost Airport Management, Transform Aviation
The Liberia Airport Authority (LAA) has commenced the development of a long-term comprehensive strategic plan to bolster the country’s aviation infrastructure and services. The initiative, which began by enhancing the skills and capabilities of LAA’s managers, supervisors, and directors at the Roberts International Airport in Margibi County, coincided with the rollout of a meticulously crafted…
China’s Legislator Meets Senate President Pro-Tempore
Top Chinese legislator, Zhao Leji, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, met with Liberian Senate President Pro Tempore, Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence, who is in Beijing for the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women. Zhao, Chairman of the National People’s Congress (NPC) Standing Committee, said China-Liberia relations have been elevated to a strategic partnership under the strategic guidance of…
LIS Warns Officers Against Political Involvement
The Liberia Immigration Service (LIS), under the leadership of its Commissioner General Col. Elijah F. Rufus, strongly warns all officers across the country to desist from engaging in political or related activities that could compromise the neutrality and professional integrity of the institution. The Administration reminds all personnel that participation in political discussions, campaigns, or…
India To Boost Technical Workforce
India’s Ambassador accredited near Monrovia, H.E. Manoj Bihari Verma, has promised his government’s commitment to boost Liberia’s technical and manpower sector. According to a Ministry of Labour release issued to this paper on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, the Indian Ambassador spoke when twenty-six staff of the Ministry of Labour received certificates in a capacity building…
UN, Liberia Strengthen Ties
During a media breakfast held in Monrovia on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, commemorating 80 years of partnership between Liberia and the United Nations, UN Resident Coordinator in Liberia, Madam Christine N. Umutoni, reaffirmed the longstanding partnership with a new cooperation framework. The framework is aimed at driving human capacity development, good governance, the rule of…
Boakai Vetoes 11 Bills
President Joseph N. Boakai has vetoed 11 legislative bills for what he terms as ‘being inconsistent with existing laws.’ In a communication to Speaker Richard N. Koon on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, President Boakai said nine bills proposing the establishment of townships within Nimba County, and two bills proposing the creation of districts—one each in…
‘Force’ Will Be Applied If……Deputy Police Chief Warns
As police officers face repeated attacks from citizens, Deputy Inspector General of Police Nelson Freeman has urged members of the public to refrain from actions that endanger officers’ lives. He warned that any such action would provoke a similar response in accordance with the “Use of Force Continuum.” Freeman emphasized that police officers are human…
