The Liberia Airport Authority (LAA) has addressed an operational incident that occurred on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Roberts International Airport (RIA) involving Ethiopian Airlines Flight ET 943. According to a released issued shortly after the incident, the aircraft landed safely on Runway 22 at approximately 17:27 PM. While turning to exit the runway onto…
A surplus of chiefs and mayors in southeastern counties is causing budget constraints for local government, according to Local Government Minister Francis Sakila Nyumalin. Appearing before the Plenary of the House of Representatives in the 6th sitting, the Minister acknowledged longstanding challenges faced by local officials, noting that some are not currently on the government…
Lawyers representing defendants charged in connection with the June 27, 2024 incident at the Salala Rubber Corporation (SRC) plantation in Weala, Margibi County have filed a motion before the First Judicial Circuit Criminal Court “A” in Monrovia seeking dismissal of the case. The motion cites violations of the defendants’ constitutional and statutory right to a…
Through a partnership with the Indian Government, the Ministry of Mines and Energy has benefited from an international training opportunity for 30 of its mining engineers and geologists. The beneficiaries took off on Saturday, January 31, 2026, and their studies will focus on areas of mine safety, occupational health and safety, among other important areas…
About 30 years ago, the now Senior Senator of Lofa County and Counsellor-At-Law, Joseph K. Jallah in 1986 was held for Contempt of Court by the Supreme Court of Liberia. Can we look at the history and decision of the case and penalty thereof under chief Juctice Joseph Nagbe, in the case: IN RE JOSEPH…
The Political Leader of the Liberian National Union (LINU), Dr. Clarence K. Moniba, has launched a blistering critique of President Joseph N. Boakai’s Annual Message, arguing that while the speech “sounded good,” the real verdict on the government’s performance is found in the proposed 2026 National Budget, which he says exposes deep failures in priorities…
The Liberia Airport Authority (LAA) is proud to announce over US$8 million in new support from the European Union to upgrade aviation safety, security, and infrastructure, with a major focus on Roberts International Airport (RIA). This EU-funded investment will deliver modern runway and taxiway lighting, upgraded air traffic control systems, new firefighting and emergency response…
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), through the Climate Information Systems (CIS) Project, has launched a training and validation program to empower women as Climate Ambassadors and members of Disaster Management Committees. According to a press release dated January 28, 2026, EPA Executive Director Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo noted that climate change is already disrupting…
The Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) has lauded President Joseph Nyuma Boakai for his government’s ongoing anti-corruption reform efforts, calling for increased action to achieve greater positive results. Speaking to journalists on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, CENTAL Executive Director Anderson Miamen said the institution took a keen interest in President Boakai’s Annual…
The Civil Society Network of Liberia (CSNL) has described as baseless and unfounded parading publications that the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) is investigating the Minister of Commerce & Industry, Madam Magdalene Dagoseh. The civil society group said the allegations are a fake publication intended to besmear the minister’s character and undermine her laudable gains at…
