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By: Morlu FreemanIn a compelling story of resilience and innovation, JohnsonFlomo has turned personal adversity into a platform for entrepreneurship andcommunity impact. Age 30, born in Voinjama City, Lofa County, Johnson faced a life-altering challenge at the age of three, when an illness left him with amobility disability. Rather than viewing this as a limitation, Johnson chose tosee his condition as a lens for deeper observation and creativeproblem-solving.Venturing into technology and entrepreneurship, Johnson usedhis experience to build rather than seek support. With skills in computerprogramming and back-end development, he has contributed to various digitalprojects, including designing a website for a…

By: Esther Natelia Scott The Ministry of Education has completed a full renovation of Deah MemorialAcademy in Konobo District, Grand Gedeh County. The $8,500 project, implemented byJ.M. Enterprise Inc., was funded through a budget reallocation and aims toenhance learning conditions for students and teachers.County Education Officer Elijah G. Freeman, who confirmed the development onMay 16, 2025, described it as a milestone in the government’s pursuit ofquality education. He also praised Minister Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah and President Joseph NyumaBoakai, Sr. for prioritizing education reform.In related news, over 1,000 students across the county are sitting the2024/2025 WASSCE. Mr. Freeman highlighted several ongoing…

By: Albert M. Fania The Liberia Chess Federation’s 8th General Assembly was suspended over the weekend due to a failure to meet the required quorum. Out of the 54 expected members and delegates, only 16 were present at the Federation’s headquarters in Sinkor. According to the Federation’s constitution, a quorum of two-thirds of the members is necessary for the General Assembly to proceed and for any decisions to be valid. The low turnout rendered the assembly inquorate, forcing its postponement.A new date for the assembly is yet to be announced. The postponement has sparked disappointment among stakeholders and raised concerns…

By: Albert FaniaThe kickoff of the WAFU Zone A Women’s Tournament, initiallyscheduled for today, has been postponed to May 22 due to visa delays affectingseveral participating teams.Liberia’s Female Lone Star, currently in Ivory Coast, isamong those impacted and is expected to receive its visas by tomorrow.Meanwhile, Sierra Leone’s Leon Stars are reportedly in Guinea, also awaitingvisa approval.In addition to the visa complications, The Gambia’s squadarrived late yesterday, prompting concerns over player fatigue. Tournamentorganizers cited this as a contributing factor in the decision to delay thecompetition.With the revised schedule, Liberia is now set to play itsfirst match on May 22 at…

By: Albert Fania The National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) has confirmed threenew Mpox cases, bringing the country’s total number of active cases to four.All cases were confirmed through PCR testing, and no deaths have been reported.This marks the first resurgence after a period of calm between December 2024and March 2025, during which Liberia recorded zero new cases. Over 70individuals recovered from the virus in that time, with no fatalities.In response to rising Mpox cases in neighboring countries—Ghana, Togo, andSierra Leone—NPHIL has intensified surveillance, particularly at border points,to curb cross-border transmission.Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan, Director General of NPHIL, noted…

By: Bryan Dioh The Judge of the 4th Judicial Circuit Court in Maryland County, Nelson Togba hasofficially resumed duties for the May Term of Court after fleeing the countylast year amid tensions surrounding a heated land dispute.Judge Togba’s return has been met with relief and optimism by many residents, whodescribed him as a “no-nonsense judge” known for his integrity and unwaveringcommitment to justice.It can be recalled that on May 15, 2024, residents of Big Town Township, mainlyyouth, staged a protest in the early morning hours by surrounding the homes ofJudge Togba and Harper City Mayor Abraham Jackson.The protesters reportedly placed…

By: Emmanuel Toe The Executive Director of the Restoring Hope Foundation,Maxson Kpakio, is calling on Liberians to avoid politicizing efforts aimed attackling the rise of fake medical practitioners across the country.Kpakio’s remarks follow the recent exposure of Peter Matthew George, who,according to investigative findings, operated under fraudulent medicalcredentials. The revelation came during a nationwide audit of medicalcredentials conducted by the Liberia Medical and Dental Council (LMDC).Speaking on the “Good Morning Cape” program, Kpakio expressedconcern over attempts to associate Vice President Jeremiah Koung with theactions of George. He described such allegations as unfounded, arguing that it is unfair tohold the Vice…

By: Ben T. C. BrooksThe Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has intensified its crackdown ondrug trafficking in the southeastern region, with a recent high-profile arresthighlighting the challenges authorities continue to face.LDEA River Gee County Commander Richard N. Nango reiterated the agency’sfirm stance against narcotics, stating that the LDEA remains committed toeliminating drug trafficking and ensuring that repeat offenders are prosecutedto the fullest extent of the law.This renewed commitment was demonstrated over the weekend when officers atthe Webbo-Konowroken Checkpoint apprehended 22-year-old Marthaline Doe, aresident of Maryland County. She was found in possession of 470 wraps ofcompressed marijuana, seven strips of Tramadol,…

By: Matalay KollieIn a powerful display of cultural pride and political solidarity, theKpelleh and Kpelleh-speaking people, Liberia’s largest ethnic group, gatheredin Gbarnga over the weekend for their first-ever general meeting.The historic assembly aimed to foster unity and collaboration across thefifteen subdivisions of Liberia, bringing together leaders, elders, and youthunder one vision.Chairman of the organizing committee, Lepolu Torlon, openedthe gathering by emphasizing its importance as a pivotal step toward collectiveadvancement.“To be included in the decision-making processes of Liberia, we must worktogether and strengthen our bonds,” he stated, urging attendees to reflect onsocio-economic hardships and the need for coordinated political engagement.A key…

By: Emmanuel ToeThe National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) has confirmed fouractive cases of the Mpox virus across multiple counties.Speaking at an impromptu press conference on Sunday, NPHIL Director GeneralDr. Chris Dugbeh Nyan disclosed that two cases have been recorded inMontserrado County, while Sinoe and Margibi Counties have reported one caseeach.Dr. Nyan revealed that one of the patients is a well-known celebrity,Jabateh, whose specimen was collected and who is currently receiving treatmentat a designated medical facility.He urged citizens not to panic and called for calm, assuring the public thatsurveillance and border control measures have been intensified to preventfurther spread…