August 11, 2025
Liberia: Dr. Norman Demands Formal Erratum From Verity Newspaper Over 'Wrongful' Photo Use in Corruption Report
Bomi Community College (BCC) President, Dr. Zobong B. Norman, is formally calling on Verity Newspaper to publish an erratum for wrongfully using his photograph in a corruption… Read more »
Liberia: Seku I. Sheriff School Cleared in Graduation Fee Controversy After Student Leader Admits to Document Tampering
The administration of Seku I. Sheriff (SIS) Elementary, Junior and Senior High School has been cleared of recent allegations that it was charging graduation fees far exceeding the… Read more »
Liberia: Bassa High Alumni in U.S. Rallies for Alma Mater As Emmanuel Reeves Donates $20k
In an impassioned address at the Bassa High School Alumni Association U.S.A. Inc.'s annual convention, alumnus Emmanuel Nuku Reeves announced a $20,000 donation to his alma mater,… Read more »
August 08, 2025
Liberia: Judge Approves $500k Bond but Refuses to Release Defendants in Capitol Arson Case
Controversy has erupted after Judge Roosevelt Z. Willie of Criminal Court "A" denied a motion by defense lawyers to release several defendants in the high-profile Capitol Building… Read more »
Liberia: Drug Enforcement Agency Foils Major Drug Smuggling Attempt At Bo Waterside, Arrests Four With Synthetic Narcotics
The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has announced the arrest of four suspects in a major drug bust at the Bo Waterside Port of Entry in Grand Cape Mount County. Read more »
Liberia: Liberia Risks Losing Millions in Climate Finance Without Carbon Market Authority
Liberia is sitting on a multi-million-dollar climate finance opportunity--but without action, the window is closing fast. While other African nations cash in on their forests and… Read more »
Liberia: Government Officials Must Go Beyond Public Confessions and Match Deeds With Words
ON THURSDAY, THOUSANDS of Liberians--predominantly women and youth--braved the rain and took to the streets of Monrovia in a powerful show of collective anger and desperation.… Read more »
Liberia: Liberia - 'Save a Dying Generation' - Campaigners Demand Government Action to End Drug Trafficking and Abuse
In defiance of the downpour of rain, Liberians and foreign nationals within the borders of Liberia took to the streets on Thursday, August 7, 2025 in demand of the government's… Read more »
Liberia: LTA Chair Massaquoi Dismisses Viral $10k Salary, Fuel Cash Allegations
The Chairman of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), Clarence Massaquoi, has dismissed as false and misleading widespread claims that commissioners at the institution… Read more »
Liberia: LACC and UNDP Train Journalists to Advance Investigative Reporting and Anti-Corruption Accountability
The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), in partnership with the United Nations Development Program(UNDP), Thursday kickoff a two-day training forum for more then 30 Liberian… Read more »
Liberia: Lawmakers Admit Failure in Drug War, Vow Action After Accepting Protesters' Petition
Liberian lawmakers have publicly admitted the government's failure to curb drug trafficking and abuse, pledging to take urgent action after receiving a petition from anti-drug… Read more »
Liberia: 'You Are Educators and Watchdogs' - CBL Urges Journalists to Lead Accurate Economic Reporting
The Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) on Thursday hosted a one-day intensive training on monetary policy communication for journalists, aimed at enhancing the accuracy and quality of… Read more »
Liberia: Liberia Women Empowerment Project Strengthens Outreach With Major Asset Handover to Partner Organizations
The Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP), today officially handed over critical logistical assets to implementing partners… Read more »
Liberia: No More Business As Usual - Liberia Musicians Union New Certified Leadership Takes Full Control
In a major step toward restoring credibility and unity in Liberia's creative sector, the Musicians Union of Liberia (MULIB) has officially confirmed the induction of a new… Read more »
West Africa: Ecowas Initiates Digital Skills Training for Rural Women to Boost Economic Inclusion
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), in collaboration with the Government of Liberia and other partners, has officially launched a Training of Trainers (ToT)… Read more »
August 07, 2025
Liberia: Liberians Protest Spike In Illicit Drug Use
Hundreds of Liberians, led by youth groups and elderly women are staging a peaceful protest in Monrovia to demand tougher action against the trafficking and abuse of illicit drugs… Read more »
Liberia: Timothy Weah Takes the Leap - Joins Olympique De Marseille From Juventus
United States of America winger and son of Liberian football legend George Manneh Weah, Timothy Weah has officially joined Olympique de Marseille from Juventus, returning to French… Read more »
Liberia: 'Seize and Auction Their Properties' - Anti-Drug Campaigners Demand Tough Measures Against 'Big Hands' in Drug Trade
Protesters leading the Say No To Drugs campaign are calling on the Government of Liberia to confiscate and auction the properties of powerful individuals--referred to as "big… Read more »
Liberia: 'Drug Dealers Are Enemies of the State' - James Holder Nuahn Joins the Frontlines - As Liberia Battles Rising Drug Addiction
James Holder Nuahn, a prominent son of District #10 Montserrado county and a fierce advocate for youth development, has issued a stark warning in the face of Liberia's growing drug… Read more »
Nigeria: On Eve of Anti-Drug March, Boakai Declares Tough Measures As Liberia's Envoy to Nigeria Blames Nigerians for Drug Influx, Urges Joint Action
On the eve of a nationwide march against drug abuse and trafficking, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has announced sweeping new measures to combat Liberia's growing drug crisis,… Read more »
Liberia: Former Senate Pro-Tempore Criticizes Government's Decision to Uphold Amended Bea Mountain Agreement
The former President Pro Tempore of the Liberian Senate, Armah Zolu Jallah, has blasted the Unity Party (UP) led-Government of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai for upholding the… Read more »
Liberia: Acting Lacra Boss Saryee Denies Credibility Crisis At Institution
The Acting Director General of the Liberia Agriculture Commodity Regulatory Authority (LACRA), Dan Torkamawon Saryee Sr., has strongly dismissed media reports suggesting the… Read more »
Liberia: Ombudsman Recommends Dismissal of 26 Top Officials for Code of Conduct Violations
The Office of the Ombudsman in Liberia has recommended to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai the dismissal of nearly two dozen public officials for allegedly violating the National Code… Read more »
Liberia: LISCR FC Appoints Belgian Alain-André Landeut As Head Coach After Trophyless Season
After a disappointing 2024/2025 campaign that saw three different coaches and no silverware, LISCR FC is pressing the reset button with a bold new appointment. Read more »
Liberia: Ecobank Robbery Claim Sparks Mixed Reactions As Police Remain Silent On Arrest At HQ
An incident at Ecobank Liberia's Head Office on 11th Street in Sinkor has sparked widespread speculation and confusion, after an alleged armed robbery attempt was thwarted on its… Read more »
