The Association of Liberia Community Radio (ALICOR) extends its appreciation to the House of Representatives for the passage of the “Act for the Ownership, Management, Licensing, Sustainability, and Operations of Community Radio Stations in Liberia.” ALICOR said this legislation marks a significant step forward in strengthening grassroots communication, promoting media freedom, and empowering rural communities…
The General Services Agency (GSA), in partnership with the Liberia Institute of Public Administration (LIPA), has concluded a series of validation workshops on the agency’s new five-year strategic plan. Speaking at the opening session, GSA Director General, Galakpai W. Kortimai expressed gratitude to LIPA for its continual support, describing the institution as a strong partner…
The World Bank Group (WBG), in partnership with the Government of Liberia, has launched its new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Liberia. The CPF supports more and better jobs by focusing selectively on four essential outcome areas: education, energy access, accountable and transparent governance, and private investment, with a focus on agroindustry and forestry. According to…
Ivanhoe Liberia, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Atlantic, shares the details of its extensive community engagements in communities along the rail corridor between Yekepa to Buchanan in Nimba, Bong and Grand Bassa Counties. The engagements were outlined in the Public Participation and Stakeholder Engagement chapter of its Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), independently produced by…
The Plenary of the House of Representatives has summoned the Liberia National Fire Service (LNFS), the Liberia National Police (LNP), and the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) to provide a comprehensive update on the tragic fire incident that claimed the lives of the Garnett family in the Duport Road area. The decision was triggered by communication…
On Thursday, December 4, 2025, Liberian President Joseph N. Boakai made a compelling call for deeper regional cooperation, responsible investment, and innovation-driven growth. He made the call while addressing the inaugural Imo State Economic Summit in Owerri, Nigeria. Speaking before a distinguished audience of Nigerian leaders, development partners, investors, and traditional authorities, President Boakai praised…
The National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL) informs the public that it is aware of the reported hydrocarbon seep in Nevren Tan, Beon Town, in Grand Bassa County, situated within the Roberts–Bassa Basin, approximately 7.6 miles inland from the coastline. In response, NOCAL conducted two technical field missions to conduct seep reconnaissance, surface geology assessments,…
The Paynesville City Corporation (PCC) has explained an incident that occurred on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, in the red light commercial hub involving a city officer and a pregnant street vendor. According to initial reports, Officer Solomon Boakai was enforcing the city’s ordinances regarding vending restrictions in the designated commercial area. During this operation, PCC…
The Ministry of Justice has informed the public that an autopsy was requested in the alleged suicide of the former Manager of Boulevard Place Hotel, Mr. Anwar Futloo, in Monrovia. As a result of the request by the Ministry of Justice, an autopsy was conducted on January 7, 2025, by the state pathologist, Dr. Benedict…
A joint team comprising the Grand Bassa County Administration, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS) has launched a fact-finding mission in District One following reports of a possible oil discovery in Doewein Town, about 15 minutes from the Owengrove Checkpoint. The delegation, led by Grand Bassa Administrative Officer James W….
