In a bid to strengthen governance, Integrity Watch Liberia (IWL) and the Government of Ireland through its Embassy in Liberia has officially signed a US$170,000 grant agreement to implement the “Strengthening Inclusive Governance and Natural Resource Accountability in Liberia” project. The one-year project is expected to enhance Liberia’s natural resource governance framework, ensuring that resources…
Medaria Arradondo is an American law enforcement official who served as the Chief of the Minneapolis Police Department from 2017 to 2022. Chief Arradondo was the first black chief of the Minneapolis Police Department. His tenure will be remembered for the handling of the George Floyd murder investigation. Speaking over the weekend at the Royal Grand…
Liberian President Joseph N. Boakai has told the nation that in order for Liberia to develop, the youth of the country must be empowered through the provision of opportunities. The Liberian leader spoke Saturday, December 7, 2024 in Monrovia when he officially re-launched the Domestic Scholarship Program for 424 successful applicants. Boakai described the scholarship…
The Unity Nations in Liberia has ended activities of the Sixteen Days Against Gender-based Violence in Liberia. The climax of the event brought together students, youths, community leaders, organizations and diverse groups under the theme, “Recommitment, accountability, resourcing towards Beijing +30; unite to end violence against women and girls.” Speaking at the occasion Monday, December…
The Managing Director of the National Port Authority (NPA) Sekou Dukuly has underscored the importance of unity and commitment among citizens of Bomi County to ensure success in the upcoming National County Sports Meet. Speaking in Tubmanburg, Bomi County over the weekend, Dukuly said, “Our strength lies in our collective effort. I call on every…
The manner in which the Supreme Court of Liberia ruled in the ongoing impasse at the House of Representatives over the removal of embattled Speaker J. Fonati Koffa has left many citizens in panic as the high court’s opinion leaves a dark cloud for chaos and speculation. The court ruled and ordered the Clerk of…
As a way of investing in farmers in Liberia, President Joseph N. Boakai has disclosed plans to create an agriculture bank in the country to ensure local farmers have access to funding. Speaking Friday, December 6, 2024 at the National Agriculture Fair in Margibi County, held under the theme, “Promoting Agriculture for Food Security, Nutrition,…
The National Commission on Higher Education (NCHE) says it is conducting a stringent inspection of tertiary schools across the country that will see the closure of institutions falling short of the required standard. Speaking recently at the Ministry of Information in Monrovia, the Executive of Director of NCHE Dr. Edward Lama Wonkeryor said over the…
There are reported plans by the Government of Liberia to hire a Turkish-based company, Albayrak Group, for the renovation of Roberts International Airport (RIA). The Company is said to be linked to former Guinean President Alpha Conde Sources hinted this paper about ongoing plans to hire Albayrak Group. However, decisions surrounding the consideration of this…
The United Nation Resident Coordinator in Liberia Christine N. Umutoni says the Government of Liberia, International and Local partners, must develop policies that reflect national commitment to the 2030 Agenda and focus on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Speaking Friday, December 6, 2024 at the Government-UN Strategic Policy Dialogue in Monrovia, Madam Umutoni said the…
