A major political storm is brewing in Liberia following a strongly worded rejection of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s nomination of Jonathan K. Weedor as Chairman of the National Elections Commission (NEC). In a press statement issued on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, the Citizens Movement for Change (CMC) described the appointment as a “dangerous departure” from…
The Ministry of Labour has dismissed claims by one George Tengbeh, linking it to financial malpractices. According to a release sent to this publication on March 30, 2026, Tengbeh recently accused the Ministry of violating the Public Financial Management Act (FIA) by placing a levy fee on each Alien Work Permit processed, a claim the…
The United States Government has deported twelve Liberian nationals to Liberia following their convictions for various criminal offenses committed during their stay in the U.S. The deportees arrived in the country on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, and were received by officers of the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS) at Roberts International Airport. Their deportation comes after…
The House of Representatives has taken disciplinary action against the Representative of Gbarpolu County District #2, Luther Collins, for assaulting Montserrado County District #8 Representative, Prince Toles. The Leadership of the Honorable House of Representatives issued a formal warning and directive to the Gbarpolu lawmaker for his continued failure to comply with a mandate of…
President Joseph N. Boakai has deepened his administration’s development drive with a strategic financial and institutional partnership with Eric W. Wowoh, founder of Change Agent Network University (CAN-U), injecting fresh momentum into higher education, agriculture, and youth empowerment in northern Liberia. In a decisive show of commitment, the President disbursed US$15,000 to the institution, US$5,000…
Madam Davidetta Browne Lansanah has formally handed over leadership of National Elections Commission (NEC) to the Acting Chairperson, Mr. Jonathan K. Weedor, marking a significant transition at the country’s Electoral Management Body (EMB), while emphasizing continuity and institutional stability. At a brief turnover ceremony held at NEC headquarters on 9th Street, Sinkor, Monrovia, Madam Browne-Lansanah…
The newly appointed spokesman of the Liberian Judiciary, Caesar Slapeh, has unveiled a comprehensive communication strategy aimed at promoting transparency, strengthening media relations, and ensuring professional coverage of judicial proceedings. Speaking to journalists at the Temple of Justice, he underscored that his extensive background in the media and public affairs has prepared him for the…
In a significant move to meet project deadlines for delivering electricity to citizens of Voinjama, Massambolahun, Bolahun, Kolahun, Foya, and surrounding communities, the Rural and Renewable Energy Agency (RREA), in collaboration with the World Bank, has concluded a rigorous one-day field visit to project sites in Lofa County. The visit followed a previous assessment conducted…
Africa’s trade landscape is entering a decisive phase, with growing volumes but limited internal integration, according to Chioma Mang, CEO of UBA Africa. In 2024, the continent recorded an estimated US$1.5 trillion in total trade, yet it still accounts for only about 3.3% of global trade, based on data from the World Trade Organization (WTO)….
