President Joseph N. Boakai has sounded a strong warning against unregulated construction and weak enforcement of zoning laws, calling for stricter discipline, accountability, and coordinated action across government institutions. Chairing a cabinet meeting focused on public works and urban management on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at the Executive Mansion Tea House, the President emphasized that…
The Press Union of Liberia (PUL) has strongly condemned the arrest of a journalist by traditional devils, stating that their actions undermine press freedom and threaten the country’s democracy. In a release issued during the weekend in Monrovia, the Press Union of Liberia (PUL) expresses grave concern and unequivocal condemnation over the arrest and…
Testimonies in the ongoing corruption trial at Criminal Court “C” have further implicated former senior security officials in the alleged mismanagement of US$6.2 million. Appearing under cross-examination, Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) investigator Baba Mohammed Boika told the court that former National Security Advisor Jefferson S. Karmoh played a key role in initiating the chain of…
A high-stakes public discussion on the government’s controversial “yellow machines” project descended into confusion and contradiction as the Executive Chairperson of the Yellow Machines, Brownie J. Samukai, failed to clearly explain how tens of millions of dollars are being allocated, raising fresh concerns about transparency, planning, and accountability. During a tense exchange on “Spoon Talk”…
Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has called on the Ministry of Public Works to accelerate construction on the Roberts International Airport (RIA) Road. Speaking on the condition of the highway, Madam Sirleaf emphasized that the RIA Road creates the first impression for international visitors arriving in the country and must project a positive image. She…
The Management of the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) has expressed serious concern over the growing incidents of damage to critical electrical infrastructure across its operational areas. The Corporation notes that several electric poles have been destroyed due to uncontrolled bush burning and land-clearing activities carried out by residents for farming and related purposes. In addition,…
Heading a delegation and representing Liberia at the Conference of African Senates, President Pro-tem of the Liberian Senate, Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence, issued a call on African leaders to be nationalists in the truest sense, urging them to place long-term national stability above short-term political gains. In a very powerful and inspiring speech delivered yesterday, April 8,…
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has summoned the 55th Legislature to a ten-day Special Session to debate the proposed urgent printing of additional Liberian Dollar banknotes. In a formal communication to House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon dated April 7, 2026, the President invoked Article 32(b) of the Constitution to convene lawmakers from Thursday, April 9 to…
A report from Nimba County says a 46-year-old Nepali national, an employee of ArcelorMittal Liberia, identified as Ruggas Navin, is in police custody for allegedly raping a 15-year-old girl and possessing marijuana. Police say the suspect is currently detained at the Ganta Police Station, while investigations continue. Authorities have assured the public that the case…
Reports emanating from the southeastern county of Sinoe confirm that the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has arrested a Nigerian with a huge quantity of drugs worth over 354,500 Liberian Dollars. According to a press release dated April 7, 2026, on April 4, 2026, at approximately 7:30 Am, acting on a search and seizure warrant,…
