The National Transit Authority (NTA) has announced the arrival of the second batch of vehicles under a contractual agreement with ABK Motors Incorporated. In a press statement issued on Monday, January 19, 2026, NTA said the addition consists of 20 fully air-conditioned, 18-seater mini-buses, marking a significant step in the expansion of the country’s mass…
Liberians are expressing mixed opinions about last week’s breaking news of the United States’ temporary suspension of visas to Liberia and 74 other nations as part of the US government’s immigration overhaul. Speaking to reporters in Monrovia during the weekend, Varney Fahnbullah said, “The decision for the United States to temporarily suspend visas to Liberia…
The Government of Liberia has condemned opposition figures celebrating the suspension of US immigration visas, describing the action as hate, not politics. Information Minister Jerolinmek Piah told journalists at a news conference on Thursday, January 15, 2025, that the pause only applies to visas that lead to permanent residence (green card) in the United States, including…
The Arms Commission of Liberia has issued a stern warning to individuals in possession of illegal firearms. Speaking at an Information Ministry briefing in Monrovia on Thursday, January 15, 2025, the Vice Chairman of the Arms Commission, Vahpannah B.K. Wymor, urged former government officials and those holding unregistered or expired firearm licenses to come forth…
The Liberia National Police (LNP) has charged and forwarded to Court Mulbah K. Morlu, Chairman of Solidarity Trust for New Day (STAND), and Rev. Festus R. B. Logan, Deputy Chairman, following the conclusion of investigations into violent incidents arising from the December 17, 2025 protest in Monrovia. The defendants face multiple charges, including Criminal Solicitation,…
Ahead of President Boakai’s State of the Nation address, Naymote Partners for Democratic Development has released the President Meter Report 2025, suggesting low progress in projects meant for development purposes. Speaking in Monrovia on Tuesday, January 13, 2025, the Executive Director of Naymote, Eddie Jarwolo, said the report tracks 378 interventions across 52 core programs…
The global economy is proving more resilient than anticipated despite persistent trade tensions and policy uncertainty, according to the World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report. According to the report, global growth is projected to remain broadly steady over the next two years, easing to 2.6% in 2026 before rising to 2.7% in 2027, an…
After months of protests by women’s rights groups over the ‘careless’ approach to rape allegations involving suspended Deputy Minister for Youth Development Bryant McGill, investigative reports revealed his innocence. On November 15, 2025, media reports accused the former Deputy Minister of allegedly raping a 14-year-old minor. Speaking at the headquarters of the Liberia National Police…
Jeety Rubber and its subsidiary, Salala Rubber Corporation, have donated 300, 000 Liberian Dollars to the Margibi Sports Association in appreciation of qualifying for the semi-final of the National County Sports Meet 2025/2026. The donation, made by business tycoon Upjit Singh Sachdeva, who owns both companies, comes as Margibi prepares to face Nimba and Grand…
The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has provided updates on recent developments in the ongoing criminal proceedings involving Abdullai L. Kamara. According to a press release, the motion to advance the case on the trial docket of the 2nd Judicial Circuit has been granted. While acknowledging this development, the Commission has filed a separate motion requesting…
