The Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) is facing internal controversy following reports that US$50,000 intended for the construction of its national headquarters is missing. The issue came to light after the suspension of Abraham Askie, a member of the CDC building construction team. According to reports, after his removal, Askie publicly alleged that the money…
Former Liberian international footballer Theo Weeks has announced the formation of a new political movement, the Congress of the Liberian People (COLP), while declaring his intention to contest Liberia’s 2029 presidential election. Weeks, who became known nationally through his performances for Liberia’s Lone Star and professional football career abroad, says his transition into politics is…
Every weekend across Liberia, football referees step onto the pitch knowing they will likely leave as the most heavily scrutinized figures in the game. While players celebrate victories, coaches dissect tactics, and supporters debate controversial moments, referees routinely remain at the center of fierce criticism long after the final whistle. Every penalty awarded, red card…
Liberia’s major opposition political party, the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), has raised concerns about a proposed bill currently before the Liberian Senate that seeks to amend portions of the country’s electoral laws. In a press statement released on Monday, June 22, 2026, the CDC expressed that these amendments could limit the ability of political…
Liberia’s former Vice President and Political Leader of the National Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Jewel Howard-Taylor, says the National Patriotic Party recommends that registration fees for outlined positions in Liberia’s electoral process be set in several financial structures. The former Vice President proposed that the fee for a presidential candidate should be US$15,000, Vice President-US$10,000,…
The Political Leader and Standard Bearer of the Alternative National Congress, Mr. Alexander B. Cummings, has declared that his party will not be affected by the National Elections Commission’s regulations governing political parties. Speaking on the prospect of political alliances and opposition collaboration, Cummings emphasized that he remains open to working with other political actors…
The political leader of the Alternative National Congress (ANC), Alexander Cummings, has rejected claims of jury tampering in the Samuel D. Tweah Economic Sabotage case, calling on prosecutors to focus on evidence-based prosecution rather than interference after the jurors have been discharged. Speaking on Sky FM in Monrovia on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, Mr. Cummings…
The Political leader of the Alternative National Congress (ANC), Alexander B. Cummings, has sharply criticized efforts by members of the House of Representatives to expel Montserrado County District #10 Representative, Yekeh Kolubah, describing the move as hypocritical and dangerous for Liberia’s democracy. In a strongly worded statement issued on his Facebook page on Tuesday, April…
Despite repeated disruptions in power, the Plenary of the House of Representatives voted to pass Amendment No. 3 to the ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) Mineral Development Agreement (MDA) on late Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The passage followed the presentation of a comprehensive report by the Joint Committee on Investment and Concessions, Lands, Mines, Energy, Natural Resources…
The Political Leader of the Liberia People’s Party (LPP), Cllr Tiawan Saye Gongloe, has launched a harsh criticism of mediocrity in the development process, stating that such a mentality cannot develop a nation. In an article titled: “THE DANGER OF THE “AT LEAST” MENTALITY IN LIBERIA: A NATION CANNOT DEVELOP ON MEDIOCRITY – PART I,”…
