Magistrate L. Ben Barco of the Monrovia City Court at the Temple of Justice last week sent to jail defendant Amos B. J. Johnson, aged 39, for allegedly killing his father Eli B. Johnson. Magistrate Barco’s action was as a result of police investigation which charged defendant Johnson for Murder involving the death of his…
In a significant step towards addressing Liberia’s electricity deficit and advancing renewable energy, the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME), National Investment Commission (NIC), and Ministry of Justice (MOJ) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Arthur Energy Africa (AEA) to conduct comprehensive studies towards the development of the hydropower potential of the St….
The Administrator of the CB Dunbar Comprehensive Hospital has praised President Joseph N. Boakai and the Unity Party government for their consistent support towards healthcare delivery in Bong County. Mr. Enoch D. Morris said the government has continuously provided resources and assistance to improve the hospital’s facilities and services, making it a leading healthcare facility…
The Pro-Tempore of the Liberian Senate Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence has named Montserrado County Senator A. Darius Dillon a head of delegation to the inauguration of Ghana president-elect and vice president-elect. The Senate Press Bureau said a three member delegation departed Liberia on Sunday, January 5, 2024 for the inaugural ceremony of Ghana which is slated for…
The Liberia National Police (LNP) through its Inspector General Col. Gregory O.W. Coleman has provided updates on recent major crimes in the country, including the mysterious death of Boulevard Palace Hotel Manager, the burning of the Capitol Building, alleged killing of a man by his son, and the recent mob violence that led to the…
The Supreme Court through its Chamber Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay has granted a temporary writ of certiorari to state prosecutors in the economic sabotage case involving former government officials including Ex-Finance Minister Samuel Tweah and four others. Justice Gbeisay on January 2, 2025, ordered Criminal Court “C” Judge A Blamo Dixon and the defendants to…
At long last, the President of Liberia and visitor to the University of Liberia Joseph N. Boakai has appointed Dr. Layli Maparyan as the 16th President of the University of Liberia, but the nationality of the appointee has since sparked concerns in the political corridors. In her profile posted on the Global Fund for Women…
The President of the Union of Liberian Associations In the Americas (ULAA), the umbrella organization of Liberians living in the United States of America, has highlighted achievement and challenges for the year 2024. Mr. Mohammed Keita informed the Hot Pepper Newspaper that his organization has been faced with challenges, including financial constraints and limited resources. …
The Civil Law Court at the Temple of Justice in Monrovia has passed a declaratory judgment in favor of former Deputy Director General of the Liberia Institute of Statistics and Geo-Information Services (LISGIS), Wilmot Smith, for being wrongfully dismissed by the Government of Liberia. The Court ruled on last Friday that all rights be restored…
The Liberian National Bar Association has extended messages of condolences to the United States Government and its people for the passing of their 39th President, Jimmy Carter, while extolling his contribution and role played in strengthening Liberia’s post-war rule of law program. Accordingly, the LNBA in a statement released over the weekend through its National…
