October 13, 2023
Liberia: Tiawan Gongloe Concedes Defeat in Presidential Race
Cllr. Tiawan Gongloe spoke to the press yesterday as his vice running mate looked on. Read more »
October 12, 2023
Liberia: Can Boakai Sustain Early Lead?
As he leads with 3,119 votes, representing 60.17%, while Weah is far behind with 1,681 votes ( 32.43%), according to NEC's official ongoing tally. Read more »
Liberia: Five Precincts in Sinoe Yet to Submit Results, NEC Says
The National Elections Commission (NEC) has revealed that it has yet to receive any information from Saygbeken, Jokoken, Gpateken, Kajaliken, and Ducorfree in Sinoe County as a… Read more »
October 11, 2023
Liberia: Liberia - NEC Attributes Voting Challenges in Southeast to Bad Road
--- But it faces other challenges across the country as well Read more »
Liberia: Weah, Boakai Dominating Provisional Results
-- As Liberians anxiously anticipate official election results Read more »
Liberia: EISA Calls for Adherence to Farmington Peace Agreement
The head of the Electoral Institute for Sustainable Democracy in Africa International Election Observation Mission (EISA-IEOM) has called on stakeholders who signed the Farmington… Read more »
Liberia: EU Chief Observer Praises NEC Workers 'For Good Work'
.... "So we can say to you that we are having our observers in fourteen counties of the country," he said, "and we were looking for the opening of the thirty-eight polling stations… Read more »
Liberia: Boakai Takes Early Lead in Presidential Race
Provisional results from the National Elections Commission (NEC) indicate that Joseph N. Boakai, the opposition candidate and former Vice President, has taken an early lead in the… Read more »
October 10, 2023
Liberia: Whoever Wins Liberia's Election Faces High Demands for Change
..... But the truth is, there is no quick-fix solution for Liberia's numerous problems Read more »
Liberia: Election Day as It Happens
The Election Observation Missions of ECOWAS and the African Union said they are observing and with keen interest the ongoing electoral process and the events leading to the 10… Read more »
Liberia: Winner Faces High Demands for Change From Voters
Charles Fokofo, a first-time voter at the McGuire Catholic School in Rehab, Paynesville, who is 21 years old, is excited to vote despite the scorching weather and long lines. Read more »
Liberia: National Elections Commission Promises Credible Elections
The National Elections Commission (NEC) has assured political parties and candidates that it will conduct the 2023 elections in a free, fair, and credible manner. Read more »
Liberia: Borders Closed to Safeguard Electoral Process
In a bid to ensure the integrity and fairness of the upcoming elections, the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS), in collaboration with the Joint Security, has taken the decision to… Read more »
Liberia: Joint Security Concludes Nationwide Deployment Ahead of Historic Elections
As voting gets underway today, the Joint Security has undertaken the task of deploying security officers across the nation to provide protection for the general voting population… Read more »
October 09, 2023
Liberia: Assault Victim in Electoral Violence Survives
The victim of the brutal assault, who was allegedly carried out by members of the All Liberia Coalition during the clash on Sunday in Gardnersville, has miraculously survived. Read more »
Liberia: What's At Stake As Liberians Vote On Tuesday
.... Liberians poised to vote president, vice president, and legislators, issues of corruption, economics, healthcare, and security take center stage Read more »
Liberia: Elections Coordinating Committee Worries Over Donors' Minimum Support to October 10 Elections
The Elections Coordinating Committee (ECC) has expressed concern over the minimum technical assistance provided by development partners towards the US$3 million budget required by… Read more »
Liberia: Your Guide to How the Electoral System Works
On October 10, more than 2.4 million Liberians will head to the polls to elect a president, vice president, and 88 members of their legislature -- 73 representatives and 15… Read more »
Liberia: One of These Men Will Be Liberia's Next President
.... As Liberia awaits the outcome of the upcoming presidential election, these five candidates offer diverse visions for the future of the country, each with their strengths and… Read more »
Liberia: Cummings Calls for Peaceful, Non-Violent Elections
Alexander Cummings, the Presidential candidate of the Collaborating Political Parties (CPP), has concluded his campaign tour in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County. Read more »
Liberia: Deadly Clash Mars Climax of Tension-Packed Campaign
At least two individuals are feared dead and several others injured as a result of a violent clash between the supporters of the ruling Coalition for Democratic Change and the All… Read more »
October 08, 2023
Liberia: Liberians Concerned About Fairness of October 10 Polls
-- "While Liberia's elections have been mostly peaceful recently, the survey findings illustrate a notable level of apprehension among respondents regarding potential… Read more »
October 05, 2023
Liberia: Professor Jega, Head of the Ecowas Election Mission, Arrives in Monrovia
Prof. Attahiru Jega, former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission of Nigeria (INEC) from 2010 to 2015, will lead the short-term ECOWAS Election Observation… Read more »
Liberia: The Role of Law Enforcement On Election Day
When I served as the Deputy Inspector General of Police for Operations, in the Liberia National Police, LNP, under the Madame Sirleaf Administration, I was responsible for all… Read more »
October 02, 2023
Liberia: No Life Is Worth Losing Over Elections
Liberia's democracy is under threat, and if nothing is done to control the growing cases of electoral violence, the country may plunge into chaos in the not-so-distant future.… Read more »