October 02, 2023
Liberia: Upsurge in Pre-Election Violence Ahead of Oct. 10 Is Worrisome
DISTURBING REPORTS of politically-related violence in Lofa's first district last Friday that led to the loss of lives has cast a dark pall over the 2023 presidential and… Read more »
September 27, 2023
Liberia: UP Takes NEC to Supreme Court Over Delay to Release Final Registration Roll
The Opposition Unity Party has taken a serious stance against the National Elections Commission (NEC) for what it calls the body's hesitation to release the Final Registration Roll… Read more »
Liberia: JFK Hospital Faces U.S.$1.5 Million Lawsuit for Alleged Wrongful Surgical Operation
The management of the John F. Kennedy Medical Center (JFK) is facing a lawsuit of US$1.5 million for an alleged wrongful surgical operation performed on one of its patients,… Read more »
Liberia: Yotan and Partners Launch Year-Long Project to Empower 120 Vulnerable Girls and Combat Child Marriage
On Friday, September 15, the Youth Transforming Africa Narrative (YOTAN), in collaboration with its partners, initiated a transformative project titled "Empowering the Next… Read more »
Liberia: Man Narrowly Escapes Attempted Ritualistic Murder - Brother Abducted By Kidnappers, Still Missing
Saved by an act of bravery but severely wounded, Sherman Cooper, a victim of an alleged kidnapping and attempted ritualistic killing, now wonders about the whereabouts of his… Read more »
Liberia: Survivor of Caldwell Fire Incident Suspects Foul Play
Mr. Willie K. Williams, brother of the late Sue Williams Tokpa, who died in a house fire in Caldwell Township, said that, from what his surviving nephew told him, he believes… Read more »
September 28, 2023
Liberia: U.S. Announces Visa Restrictions for Individuals Undermining Democracy in Liberia Ahead of Elections
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has revealed that the United States will impose visa restrictions on individuals believed to be "undermining democracy" in Liberia as the… Read more »
September 23, 2023
Liberia: 'There Will Be No Return to Rebel Checkpoint in Liberia' - - Pres. Weah Responds to Opposition
Upon his return from the United Nations General Assembly, President George M. Weah addressed concerns raised by key opposition figures from the Unity Party and reaffirmed his… Read more »
September 22, 2023
Liberia: YMCA Launches 'Ride for Peace' Campaign, Engaging Motorcyclists On the Importance of Peaceful Elections
The call for violence-free elections in Liberia resonates with both Liberians and numerous local and international non-governmental organizations. One such organization committed… Read more »
Liberia: PUL Condemns Threats Against Esteemed Member, Julius Jeh
The Press Union of Liberia (PUL) is deeply concerned by the recent surge in threats directed at one of its esteemed members, Julius Jeh, a distinguished Talk Show host and… Read more »
September 20, 2023
Liberia: Judicial Delays Contribute to Land Crisis in Liberia
The Resident Circuit Judge of the Civil Law Court in Montserrado County, Judge J. Kennedy Peabody, has expressed concerns that the court's persistent delays in handling ejectment… Read more »
September 15, 2023
Liberia: American Arrested After Reportedly Attempting to Slit Girlfriend's Throat With Knife
An American, Lucas Richards, has been has been arrested on suspicion of attempting to slit the throat of his girlfriend, Jessica Lloyld. Read more »
September 14, 2023
Liberia: Sara Beysolow Nyanti Urges Liberians to Take a Stand Against Drug
Reverend Sara Beysolow Nyanti, the Standard Bearer of the African Liberation League and a presidential candidate in the upcoming October elections, has vehemently condemned the… Read more »
September 07, 2023
Liberia: Senate Adjourns Following Two Weeks of Special Session
The Senate reconvened on August 22 for a Special Session to consider what it calls time-bound matters of national interest, consistent with Article 32(b) of the 1986 Constitution. Read more »
Liberia: U.S., Int'l Community Keeping Eye on Election - Sanctions Await Disruptors of the Democratic Process
The newly appointed Chargé d'Affaires of the United States Embassy in Monrovia Catherine Rodriguez has reaffirmed the United States and the international community's… Read more »
Liberia: NEC Magistrate Orders Arrest of Two Fake Presidential Candidates in Nimba
Upper Nimba's Election Magistrate, Milton Paye, has officially instructed the Sanniquellie Police to apprehend and bring to justice two fake presidential candidates purporting to… Read more »
September 06, 2023
Liberia: Political Tension, Disunity Brew in District 11 Following the Disqualification of Thomas Nimene Tweh's Candidacy
Political tension and disunity are brewing in electoral district # 11, Montserrado County following the disqualification of the leading Representative Candidate Thomas Tweh by the… Read more »
September 05, 2023
Liberia: Senate Transport Committee Uncovers NTA Head's Knowledge Gap and Alleged Conflict of Interest During Hearing
Mr. Herbie Tekonblah McCauley on Monday demonstrated what appeared to be his lack of knowledge about the Liberia Transit Authority (NTA) which he heads as Managing Director when he… Read more »
Liberia: Communities Demand Consent Right in Blue Carbon Deal
Communities that would be affected by a potential carbon credit deal between Liberia and the United Arab Emirates-based Blue Carbon are demanding their right to consent. Read more »
Liberia: Advocacy Group Calls for Repeal of Discriminatory Laws, End to Stigmatization Against Persons Living With HIV and Key Populations
Delegates at the two-day National Anti-Stigma, Discrimination, and Advocacy Conference have presented a 10-point resolution to the Government of Liberia, urging the review and… Read more »
Liberia: Court Warns Prosecution Against Delay Tactics in Murder Trial Involving Former Chief Justice
Criminal Court 'A' Judge, Roosevelt Willie, issued a stern warning to prosecution lawyers during Monday's proceedings in the Charloe Musu alleged murder trial. The judge cautioned… Read more »
Liberia: 'Early Campaign Marred By Inflammatory Actions and Electoral Violence' - Elections Coordinating Committee Signals Ahead of Elections
Ahead of Liberia's impending presidential and General elections, the Elections Coordinating Committee (ECC) has released findings from its media monitoring and electoral campaign,… Read more »
Liberia: Illicit Issuance of Liberian Diplomatic Passports Continues to Plague Weah-Led Administration
In September 2020, the then Secretary of State of the United States of America designated Andrew Wonplo who was then Liberia's Director of Passport and Visas for his alleged… Read more »
Liberia: House Joint Committee Commences Public Hearings On Bea Mountain Mineral Development Agreement Following Passage By Senate
The House of Representatives' Joint Committee on Natural Resources and Concessions has commenced public hearings to evaluate the Restated and Amended Mineral Development Agreement… Read more »
September 04, 2023
Liberia: Court Orders Global Bank to Pay U.S.$2.5 Million General Damages to Monco Liberia
The Sixth Judicial Circuit Civil Law Court at the Temple of Justice has adjudged Global Bank Liberia Limited guilty and ordered the bank to pay 2.5 million United States dollars as… Read more »