‘Law VS Politics’…Supreme Court Hears Arguments In Koffa’s Case
The Supreme Court of Liberia through its Chambers Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay is expected to decide the fate of embattled Speaker of the House Representatives Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa, after entertaining arguments between both parties on Monday, November 4, 2024, during a conference. Justice Gbeisay’s move to hear arguments between the minority and majority blocs…
Barbu Gets US Backing…As Head of War Crimes Court Office
The U.S. Government through its Embassy in Monrovia has welcomed the appointment of the Dean of the Louis Arthur Grimes School of Law Cllr. Jallah Allen Barbu as the Executive Director of the Office of the War and Economics Crimes Court (WECC). The U.S. Embassy said on its official page that it looks forward to…
U.S. Heads To Historic Elections Today
The United States of America goes the polls today to elect a President, Vice President, and members of the National Legislature (Congress). Over 100 million Americans are expected to choose between former President Donald J. Trump of the Republican Party and Vice President Kamala Harris of the Democratic Party. Today’s elections are very historic in…
‘No Stay Order Issued’ Justice Gbeisay Clarifies
The Supreme Court Justice in Chambers, Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay, Sr., has clarified that he did not place a stay order on the functioning of the Majority Members of the House of Representatives. This clarification comes as tensions rise over the Majority Bloc’s plans to hold sessions in the joint chambers and begin proceedings to remove…
STAND Demands End To House Crisis… Wants “Bread & Butter” Issues Addressed
The grassroots civil society organization, Solidarity & Trust for a New Day (STAND) calls upon all members of the House of Representatives to end their self-serving power struggle and focus on the urgent needs of the Liberian people. The nation is watching as lawmakers place political squabbles above the basic welfare of the masses they…
Fraud Cited In UL’s President Nomination…Pastors Want Boakai Reject Committee’s Recommendation
The Grass-root Pastors Association of Liberia appeals to President Joseph N. Boakai to reject any recommendation of names made by the University of Liberia (UL) President Search Committee due to unfairness in the process. The association’s President, Rev. Dr. George Zorbah, said based on information gathered by the organization, they are recommending Dr. John Wulu,…
Lawmaker ‘Trips’ On Majority Bloc
Montserrado County District #5 Representative Prescilla Abram Cooper demonstrated what could be termed as a betrayal of the “Majority Bloc” lawmakers of the House of Representatives in efforts to remove House Speaker J. Fonati Koffa. The lawmaker said she was scaling down her participation in the process until the majority members can secure the 49 votes…
Government Entities Trained In Performance Management System
The Government of Liberia is holding a two-day training on the recently signed Performance Management and Compliance System (PMCS), a comprehensive framework to monitor and evaluate public sector performance across all public institutions. The training brings together over one hundred focal persons from ministries, agencies and commissions (MACs) and aims at setting targets at all levels…
Validation Of ARREST Agenda Kicks Off
The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) will hold the National Sectoral Validation of the National Development Plan, known as the ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development (AAID), in Monrovia. According to a MFDP release dated November 4, 2024, the validation is scheduled for November 5th to 6th, at the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Ministerial Complex…
Defense Minister Pushes For Women Empowerment…For World Peace And Security
The Minister of National Defense B/G. General Geraldine J. George (Rtd) has called on member countries of the United Nations to take immediate action in empowering women in peace and security not just a matter of justice but a strategic necessity. She called for the full implementation of the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325…
