Author: Julius Konton

By: Laymah Kollie Lofa County Senator and Chairman on Defense, Intelligence, Security and Veteran Affairs has written Plenary of the Liberian Senate to investigate the recent outsourcing of core traffic management services to Liberia Traffic Management, Inc. (LTMI) , a private, foreign-controlled entity. A 25 year agreement already signed by the Government of Liberia and LTMI officially kick-off as of Wednesday July 16, 2025. Under the LTMI will take on full responsibility of core traffic-related services ranging from vehicle registration, driver’s licensing, enforcement of traffic violations, toll collection, and freight truck management. This foreign company is expected to work in…

The Association of Judicial Reporters of Liberia (AJURL), the umbrella organization representing judicial reporters across the country, extends heartfelt commendation to Yarmie Quiqui Gbeisay on his confirmation as Chief Justice of Liberia by the Liberian Senate. The confirmation, AJURL notes, is a significant and timely step toward bolstering a robust, transparent, and impartial judicial system in Liberia. Speaking on behalf of the Association, AJURL President Yassah J. Wright emphasized that Chief Justice Gbeisay’s confirmation is a testament to his deep legal acumen, professional integrity, and longstanding dedication to the rule of law. According to them, His ascendancy signals a promising…

Organizers of the Enough is Enough protest have finally presented their petition statement to the government of Liberia outlining number of issues for redress. The protesters earlier today march from different locations under the rain, holding placards and singing slogans, eventually converged at the grounds of the Capitol Building where they read the statement. Among other things, they named top entities and officials of government who they claimed are linked to corruption including their prosecution respectively. Under several counts , they call for the creation of jobs for the young people, the release of what they claimed as unlawful restrictions…

Under a wet Thursday afternoon, scores of Liberians have braved the rainy day protesting calling for the needful to be done for them. Unlike the early morning hours, the number of turnout thus far is a bit encouraging even though, it is not as expected as much as publicized over the period. The protesters under the rain and cold weather march from Congo Town and other surrounding locations to the grounds of the Capitol Building where they are expected to present their petition statement to members of the National Legislature. So far, there has been no violence reported neither police…

The Government of Liberia has announced planned activities ahead of Liberia’s 178 independence day celebration. Speaking at a press conference, Information Minister Jerolinmek Piah named Emmet Dunn as the July 26 day orator. Amb. Dunn was appointed on December 10, 2024 by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai as special Envoy on partnership and philanthropy respectively. Minister Piah said as part of the celebrations, the government will dedicate projects initiated by this government. Sporting activities and Thanksgiving services both the Islamic and Christian faith will also be held as part of the celebration at separate locations. Already, The National Lottery Authority has…

By: Laymah Kollie Following thorough confirmation hearings, the Liberian Senate has unanimously confirmed Associate Justice Yarmie Quiqui Gbeisay as Chief Justice of the Republic of Liberia. The Justice confirmation accumulated 24 votes with none abstained and none against. The Senate Protem Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence has instructed Secretary of the Senate to communicate the decision to President Boakai for onward action. Justice Gbeisay when commission by President Boakai will replace former Chief Justice Sie-A-Nyene Gyapay Yuoh who retired in June of this year. Her retirement is in accordance with Article 72(b) of the Liberian Constitution that calls for Chief Justices to retire…

By: Matalay Kollie Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung has underscored the nation’s commitment to sustainable investment, trade, and commerce during a pivotal moment in its developmental journey. Speaking at an investment conference in Congo Town, VP Koung emphasized the vast potential for investment in the country’s mineral, tourism, and agricultural sectors. In his remarks, Vice President Koung outlined Liberia’s rich natural resources and the advantages of a youthful and resilient population, along with a growing commitment to reforms and stability. He declared, “We are laying the foundation for a more prosperous and inclusive future,” and stressed the importance of viewing…

By: Ben TC Brooks The Government of Liberia through the Central Bank is poised to inaugurate a regional cash hub fully completed in the country’s central Southeasten Region of River Gee County, the projects contracting supervisor has disclosed. As part of the latest development, Services of the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) will be enhanced and more inclusive, following the dedication of the regional cash hub, in Fish Town, River Gee County. The hub, the second of a CBL flagship project, when inaugurated will provide cash management services to commercial bank branches in the country’s southeastern region including River Gee,…

By: Laymah Kollie In an effort to support the intellectual capacity building of citizens in Grand Cape Mount County, Senator Dabah Varpilah has launched tuition aid program for students pursuing tertiary education. Through her Students Financial Assistance Program, she recently provided financial aid to 66 students for the University of Liberia enterance registration in David A. Straz-sinje Technical College, Grand Cape Mount County. The funds in the tune of $200,000 Liberian Dollars also caters to enrollment fees for selected students on the program. The activity is being supported under the Senator’s foundation titled: ‘ The Ma Dabah Foundation’. The Senator…

Photos and videos circulating on Cape Fm and TV have so far shown decimal assembling of protesters at major junctions and intersections in Montserrado County. Unlike the high impression of a perceived high turnout, Liberians woke up to relatively empty streets. According to the organizers of the protest, over 400,000 people will turnout to join the protest today but up till press time, such number has not been seen yet. In the Matadi, Old Road, Congo Town and some parts of Paynesville visited by our reporters, there is normal business activities ongoing while government workers are currently doing their normal…