The Liberia National Police (LNP) has charged the Operations Manager of Global Logistics Services (GLS) and several other individuals for their alleged roles in what authorities described as a sophisticated cocaine trafficking network that used the cargo system at Roberts International Airport (RIA) to smuggle narcotics. Announcing the findings of an extensive joint investigation on…
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has reaffirmed his administration’s zero-tolerance policy on drug trafficking and substance abuse during a Cabinet meeting involving the Ministry of Health and the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency. “No matter who is involved or what position they hold, nobody will be spared, the President declared. He stated that anyone connected to drug…
Nimba County District #7 Representative Musa Hassan Bility has urged the Government of Liberia to treat the recent BTI Country report as a warning rather than an insult to the authority. Mr. Bility, who is also the Political Leader of Citizens Movement for Change (CMC), said the recently released BTI 2026 Country Report on Liberia…
The Minister of Agriculture has commended the Government of Liberia, through President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, for the Executive Order imposing a ban on the export of unprocessed rubber. Speaking Thursday, July 2, 2026 at the Ministry of Information regular press briefing, Agriculture Minister Dr. J. Alexander Nuetah described the measure as a necessary step to…
The United States of America marked the 250th anniversary of its independence on Wednesday, June 1, 2026, with a renewed commitment to deepen its longstanding partnership with Liberia, highlighting expanded cooperation in infrastructure, health, maritime security, diplomacy, and economic development. Speaking at the U.S. Embassy’s Semiquincentennial celebration at the Executive Pavilion in Monrovia, Chargé d’Affaires…
The President of the Liberia Chamber of Commerce (LCC), O. Natta B. Davis II, has unveiled an ambitious roadmap aimed at transforming Liberia’s economy through innovation, local content development, and stronger public-private partnerships, while announcing the signing of a major partnership with the European Union to strengthen the country’s private sector. Speaking at the Chamber’s…
The Executive Secretary of the West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF), Jules Tapsoba, today called for greater investment in taxpayer education as a critical pillar for building public trust, improving voluntary tax compliance and strengthening domestic revenue mobilisation across developing countries. Mr. Tapsoba made the remarks while participating in the international webinar, “Taxpayer Education in…
As the FIFA World Cup enters its decisive Round of 16, DStv has intensified its nationwide campaign to bring the tournament closer to Liberian football fans, transforming communities across Monrovia into vibrant football viewing centers. From securing the rights to broadcast all 104 matches of the expanded World Cup to hosting large-scale public watch parties,…
Delta Airlines has imposed a complete embargo on all cargo shipments to, from, and through Liberia on Delta or Delta Connection aircraft. According to a statement posted on Delta Airlines’ website, this restriction means no freight will be accepted for transport, regardless of the air waybill stock. Delta Airlines placed a total block on all…
The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) has urged residents of flood-prone communities to stay alert, pay attention to early warnings, avoid building in waterways and drainage channels, and report any new hazards to local authorities right away. Speaking Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at the Ministry of Information regular press briefing, the Executive Director of the…
