𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐈𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰? 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐩𝐡 𝐆𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐚 — 𝐁𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐢𝐦 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐈 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐈𝐈
By Derek M. Moore In this series, I want to look at Joseph Gbaba not only as a playwright, actor, and educator, but as one of those Liberians who helped keep our stories alive. But before the books, before Dehkontee Artists Theatre, and before the audiences that would come to know his work, there was…
Over 250 Liberians In South Africa Fear Xenophobic Violence
The Liberia Refugee Repatriation and Liberia Refugee Repatriation and Resettlement Commission (LRRRC), has disclosed that over 200 Liberians living in South Africa have expressed concern about the current situation in South Africa. Speaking Tuesday June 16,2026, at the Ministry of information regular press briefing, the Executive Director of the LRRRC Cllr. Jero Cole Bargalu, said…
‘Jury Tampering’ Trial Begins…As Criminal Court “C” Opens Investigation
Criminal Court “C” at the Temple of Justice has commenced an investigation into allegations of jury tampering and misconduct involving three jurors in the ongoing high-profile corruption trial of several former government officials. The proceedings began on Monday, June 15, 2026, before Judge Ousman F. Feika, Resident Circuit Judge of Criminal Court “C,” following concerns…
NOCAL, LPRA Give Conflicting Accounts …Over Oil Discovery In Grand. Bassa
A disagreement has erupted between two government institutions- the National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL) and the Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority (LPRA), over the type of substance discovered in Doewien Town, District #1, Grand Bassa County. The dispute is raising questions about extraction methods, environmental impact, and potential revenue for the country. The conflicting positions…
Chief Justice Vows Tough Action …Unveils Judicial Performance Awards
Chief Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay, Sr. has announced a new annual performance evaluation and awards program for judges and magistrates nationwide, aimed at improving efficiency, professionalism, and accountability within Liberia’s judicial system. Making the disclosure on Monday during the opening of the June Term A.D. 2026 of the Sixth Judicial Circuit Civil Law Court for…
Eight WASSCE Proctors Sent To Jail
The Liberia National Police (LNP) has charged eight individuals, including examination officials and proctors assigned by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), with multiple criminal offenses in connection with an alleged scheme to compromise the ongoing 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Those charged include, Emily T. Flomo, 32; Elton A. Chelleh; Albertha…
Several Police Officers Suspended…As LNP Takes Disciplinary Actions To Strengthen Accountability, Public Trust
The Liberia National Police (LNP), through its Professional Standards Department (PSD), continues to enforce the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability within the institution. These actions are in line with the vision of the Inspector General of Police to ensure that every police officer is held accountable for their conduct and actions while serving…
Senate Unveils Roadmap For War Crimes, Anti-Corruption Courts
The Liberian Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, Claims and Petitions has unveiled a roadmap for the review and harmonization of several key legislative proposals aimed at strengthening Liberia’s fight against corruption and addressing accountability for past atrocities. In a communication from Judiciary, Human Right, Claims and Petition on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, outlined the…
PUL Urges FAO To Invest In Mainstream, Digital Media
The Press Union of Liberia (PUL) has called on the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) to invest in and strategically utilize both mainstream and digital media in order to amplify the visibility and impact of its work across West Africa. Speaking on Monday, 15 June 2026, at the opening of a…
Legislative Delegation Reaffirms Commitment To Stronger Asia-Africa Parliamentary Cooperation …At AAPC Conference In Libya
The Head of the Liberian Legislative Delegation attending the Second General Conference of the Asian-African Parliamentary Council (AAPC), Johnson Samuel Nagbe Williams, Sr., has reaffirmed Liberia’s commitment to strengthening parliamentary diplomacy and promoting deeper cooperation among Asian and African nations. Delivering Liberia’s official statement Tuesday at the conference held in Benghazi, Williams conveyed warm greetings…
