Lucas Richards, the American Missionary undergoing trial for attempting to murder his Liberian wife, Jessica Lloyd, has denied his involvement. Richards, who took the witness stand on Monday, March 25, 2024, testified that he has nothing to do with the incident that led Jessica’s injury, Testifying at Criminal Court B, Defendant Richards explained that on…
An institution catering for over 350 disadvantaged youths at the Star Base, the National Rehabilitation for Drugs and War Affected Persons has made a passionate plea to President Joseph Boakai for training assistance to young addicts, who have detoxified. Speaking recently, the institution’s Executive Director, Retired Colonel Augustine Nagbe said most of the young people…
A professional drilling company, SENAN Group Limited Borehole Drilling & Construction Company, has been hired by Bea Mountain Mining Corporation (BMMC) to construct water facilities in Kinjor and other host communities in Grand Cape Mount County. The water facilities are intended for use by citizens and residents. Speaking recently in Kinjor, the Technical Manager of…
The Free Conscious Independent and Objective Thinkers of Liberia has described as a reckless, irresponsible, and willful attempt by Montserrado County District #10 Representative Yekeh Kolubah to malign and defame the hard-earned reputation of Minister of State Sylvester Grigsby, citing bribery. In a statement, the group said while it encourages free speech in Liberian society,…
The Mano River Youth Parliament Liberia Chapter has finally passed its 2024 Resolution with a clarion call to the Liberian government to involve statutory youth groupings in the fight against drugs and substance abuse across the country. The resolution, highlighting major recommendations, was passed by the 4th MRUP-LC in its 3rd Parliamentary Session held in…
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai appears to be resolute in clamping down on vices that have undermined the development of Liberia, stressing that nothing will frighten him in his quest to transform Liberia. He said Liberia has what it takes to be developed considering the resources that God has given the country, but bad governance over…
The Civil Society Movement-STAND has welcomed comments by U.S. Ambassador at Large for Global Criminal Justice, Madam Beth Van Shaack, urging Liberians to seize the opportunity to advocate for justice by supporting the War and Economic Crimes Court, promoting good governance, and facilitating asset recovery in Liberia. The group said it stands united with Ambassador…
The Liberia Council of Churches (LCC) and the Inter-Religious Council of Liberia (IRCL) have called on President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to constitute an Independent Committee to probe the recent protest incident in Bea Mountain in Grand Cape Mount County that reportedly led to the death of two persons. In a statement issued at the weekend,…
The West Africa Adolescent Girls Summit (AGS), a trailblazing event that places adolescent girls at the forefront of discussions surrounding their rights and empowerment, will take place March 26–29, 2024 in Monrovia. This summit builds on the success and positive reception of the inaugural pilot event, held in 2022. With the technical support of Global…
ArcelorMittal Liberia has partnered with a local entertainment powerhouse, La Quen Entertainment, to foster environmental consciousness within the mining communities of Nimba. La Quen Entertainment, renowned for organizing the annual Miss Earth Liberia beauty pageant, joined hands with AML and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to spearhead a two-day campaign aimed at amplifying awareness on…
