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Why Print Additional Money?

The Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) has addressed questions regarding its intention to print additional Liberian Dollars to boost the economy.  In a detailed presentation to media representatives last week, bank officials explained that the primary reason for this decision is to replace worn-out, mutilated, and unfit currency, as well as to respond to the…

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“We Are Tired Of Building Material Stores”…Boakai Rallies Shift To Modern Investment

President Joseph N. Boakai has delivered a blunt message on Liberia’s development priorities, declaring that the country must move beyond an economy dominated by hardware shops and embrace modern, people-centered investments. Speaking Friday, April 10, 2026, at the grand opening of the Monrovia Super Mall in Congo Town, the President praised the facility as a…

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US$1.8M Corruption Scandal Hangs Over Ex-Commerce Minister, Others…Asset Recovery Team Issues Indictment

The Assets Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce (AREPT) has issued a sweeping fourth indictment targeting seven individuals, including former Commerce Minister Mawine G. Diggs, in connection with the alleged diversion of more than US$1.8 million earmarked for rural women’s economic empowerment. In a strongly worded statement, AREPT Chairperson Cllr. Edwin Kla Martin announced that the…

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Representative Mulbah leads Charge For Yekeh’s Explusion

Montserrado County District #3 lawmaker Sumo Mulbah has taken the lead in calling for the expulsion of District #10 Representative Yekeh Kolubah from the Plenary, as an investigation into his actions gets underway. ‎During the special session of the 55th Legislature, the Planary mandated its Rules, Order, and Administration Committee to investigate Representative Kolubah over…

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Boakai Cracks Down On Disorderly Construction …Demands Accountability At Cabinet Meeting

President Joseph N. Boakai has sounded a strong warning against unregulated construction and weak enforcement of zoning laws, calling for stricter discipline, accountability, and coordinated action across government institutions. Chairing a cabinet meeting focused on public works and urban management on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at the Executive Mansion Tea House, the President emphasized that…

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Tweah, Others Linked To Missing US$6.2M

Testimonies in the ongoing corruption trial at Criminal Court “C” have further implicated former senior security officials in the alleged mismanagement of US$6.2 million. Appearing under cross-examination, Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) investigator Baba Mohammed Boika told the court that former National Security Advisor Jefferson S. Karmoh played a key role in initiating the chain of…

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