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By: Matalay Kollie The ruling Unity Party has officially denounced the planned counter-protest organized by the group named “Council of Patriots for JNB-JKK,” which they claim represents the Party’s standard-bearer. The Unity Party emphasizes that it has not authorized any such gatherings and reaffirms its commitment to peaceful assembly and free speech. In a statement released today, the Party called for a collective focus on governance and national development, urging individuals considering participating in protests to prioritize the nation’s stability over personal grievances. “The Unity Party remains dedicated to upholding the constitutional rights of all Liberians but implores the public…

By: Matalay Kollie As Liberia gears up for the highly anticipated “Enough is Enough” protest scheduled for July 17, 2025, Bishop Kortu Brown, former President of the Liberia Council of Churches, has issued a compelling sermon urging citizens to seek dialogue rather than protest as a means to address pressing national issues. Speaking during Sunday worship at the New Water in the Desert Apostolic Pentecostal Church, Bishop Brown delivered his firm stance against protests, emphasizing the need for constructive conversation in the face of civic discontent. “I have never supported protest in Liberia,” Bishop Brown stated, asserting his belief that…

By: Matalay Kollie The Liberia National Police (LNP) has reinforced its commitment to professionalism, integrity, and accountability through a series of recent disciplinary actions against officers involved in misconduct. These steps follow investigative reports submitted by the Professional Standards Department, addressing various violations, including administrative policy breaches and abuse of authority across different divisions. Abuse of Authority & Unlawful Detention: CPL. Washington Wesseh has been suspended for two months without pay for unlawfully detaining a complainant, Mr. Dwokule Peter, and withdrawing $100 from his mobile money account, with a failure to account for $60 of the transaction. This action violated…

William V. S. Tubman University (TU) has entered into a landmark academic agreement with the University of Memphis, USA. The Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was officially signed on June 18, 2025, by TU President Dr. Olu Q. Menjay and University of Memphis President Dr. Bill Hardgrave. This agreement signals a shared commitment to enhancing academic programs through collaborative research initiatives, co-hosted seminars, professional internships, and workforce development strategies. The partnership highlights TU’s ambition to forge global connections and elevate higher education standards in southeastern Liberia. Dr. Menjay’s recent visit to the University of Memphis allowed him to engage with key…

By Matalay Kollie In an interview, Mark Toner, the outgoing U.S. Ambassador to Liberia, highlighted the urgent need for sustainable funding for a proposed war crimes court in Liberia. Toner raised concerns about the diminishing availability of donor funds against a backdrop of economic challenges that have complicated efforts to establish a comprehensive judicial framework to address past war crimes. Announcing his retirement effective July 10, 2025, Ambassador Toner noted the significant costs associated with a traditional war crimes court and urged Liberia to explore more cost-effective alternatives. “We’re trying to encourage them to look at less expensive models because…

By: Ben Morris A tragic motor bike accident occurred has claimed the life of a 21 yeard-old girl identified as Lovetee Weah. According to eyewitness account, the incident took place in Topoe community a suburb of Barclayville City Grand Kru county when two motor bikes collided. The late Lovetee Weah was ridding a bike heading to Barclayville from Garraway in electoral district one, while another bike heavily loaded with goods from Pleebo Maryland county collided and leaving Lovetee Weah dead, while the two ridders severely wounded. Following the incident the late Lovetee Weah was rushed to Barclayville Health Center where…

By Matalay Kollie In a pivotal move for civil society, the Solidarity and Trust for a New Day (STAND) and the We the People Movement, in collaboration with youth organizations from numerous political parties, have received official approval for their “Enough is Enough” protest scheduled for July 17. The endorsement from Liberia’s joint security forces, led by the Ministry of Justice and the Liberian National Police, acknowledges citizens’ constitutional right to peaceful assembly and promises an unobstructed demonstration. Mulbah Molu, the lead campaigner for the organizers, conveyed that the breakthrough follows a crucial meeting held on July 11, 2025. As…

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has sent a congratulatory message to the Government and people of the Republic of France on the occasion France’s National Day, (the Bastille Day) on July 14, 2025.  According to a Foreign Ministry release, in the message to his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, President Boakai, on behalf of the Republic of Liberia, extended warmest congratulations and best wishes to the Government and people of France as they commemorate this historic landmark. President Boakai noted that as the people of France celebrates this important moment in their national history, Liberia joins in honoring the enduring values…

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has successfully concluded a high-level diplomatic and community engagement visit to the United States. The visit, highlighted by his participation in a high level U.S.-Africa Summit hosted by United States President Donald J. Trump at the White House, brought together five African Heads of State to discuss deepening cooperation in trade, security, commerce, and development. President Boakai stood out as a respected statesman during the summit, where his message of stability, reform, and investment in Liberia drew notable attention from U.S. and African stakeholders alike. In the final leg of his U.S. trip, President Boakai…

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., held a tête-à-tête with President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé of Togo during a transit stop in Lomé. The two leaders exchanged warm greetings and expressed longstanding ties of friendship and solidarity between Liberia and Togo. Their discussion centered on strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, regional security, and infrastructure development. They also discussed the need to explore avenues for deepening collaboration within ECOWAS and advancing common positions on regional integration and economic transformation. President Boakai commended President Gnassingbé for his leadership in promoting peace and stability in the West African subregion and underscored Liberia’s commitment to working…