Author: Julius Konton

By: Ben TC Brooks Local officials in River Gee County, under the leadership of Superintendent Mike Swengbe, have initiated a campaign to combat illegal mining activities, prompted by increasing environmental worries and their adverse effect on the local economy. Swengbe issued a strong warning to individuals involved in illegal mining, stating that they will face legal consequences as local authorities are committed to protecting the county’s natural resources. Recently, the county superintendent, along with several other officials, conducted inspections at various gold mining sites, particularly within the Tienpo Statutory district, where significant mining operations are occurring despite inadequate infrastructure, including…

By: Comfort Kwekwe A thirty five year old man identified as Saah John is appealing for humanitarian assistance in order to save his life. Saah who resides in the 72nd Paynesville community is battling severe liver problems and a painful spleen disorder, conditions that are rapidly draining his health. In drive to help himself, Saah explained that all the little savings he had were spend on his poor health and is now surviving from the mercy of God and handouts from friends, neighbors and other extended relatives. According to him, initial intervention will be to undergo a crucial CT scan…

The Ministry of Mines and Energy has concluded a rigorous public awareness exercise on processes and procedures that allow for the handling and export of minerals from the Country by holders of Mineral Rights. The five-month long anti-smuggling campaign was carried out by the Office of Precious Minerals (OPM) of the Mines and Energy Ministry. The OPM team which implemented the activities in Gbarpolu, Lofa, Grand Cape Mount, and Nimba Counties, was headed by Rebecca Fallah, Director of the Office of Precious Minerals. The awareness focused on informing mining communities about the National Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS), and give…

By: Morlu F. Freeman Sr.Lofa County Correspondent The 10th Judicial Circuit Court in Lofa County delivered a final verdict in the high-profile murder case of Monyoungor Keleko, resulting in life sentences for two defendants and a five-year sentence for a third. The tragic incident occurred on December 31, 2024, at approximately 7:30 PM in Duogomai Town, Voinjama District. Monyoungor Keleko, a resident of the town, was brutally murdered, prompting a swift investigation and subsequent trial. After careful deliberation, the jury found Emmanuel Flomo and Aaron S. Kollie guilty on multiple charges including criminal conspiracy, felonious restraint, and murder. The court…

By: Julius Konton The Chairperson of the Independent National Commission on Human Rights Cllr. Dempster Brown has underscore the need to bring to an end the culture of impunity in Liberia. According to him, the culture of impunity and injustices are key attributing factors for Liberia’s civil crisis as such it is time to take practical action to address the issue. Speaking at a national conference on corruption and human rights violation Cllr. Brown said the office of the Human rights Commission is very concern about the issue of corruption which he stated deprives the livelihood of the people. He…

By: Laymah Kollie The Plenary of the Liberian Senate has unanimously concurred with the House of Representatives on three (3) Acts to create the Tappita Statutory District Vocational Training Institute, Paynesville Community College and Wee Statutory District Vocational Training Institute. Plenary’s decision was triggered by reports from the Senate Joint Committee on Education & Public Administration and Judiciary, Human Rights, Claims and Petitions, recommending to the August Body for passage into law, these Acts for the enhancement of the Country’s educational sector, as well as to buttress government’s decentralization agenda. These Acts, when signed into law, following endorsement by the…

By: Jeff Jefferson President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, in preparation of the US-Africa Summit and bilateral engagement with U.S. President Donald Trump, this Wednesday July 9, at the White House, has engaged in strategic consultations and high-level briefings with influential figures in Washington, D.C. President Boakai as part of the engagement, met with Dr. Massad Boulous, Senior Advisor to the U.S. President on African Affairs, who offered valuable insights into current developments within the U.S. political landscape and reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to deepening U.S.-Africa partnerships. President Boakai also welcomed a courtesy visit from Paula Michelle White-Cain, Spiritual Advisor to President Trump,…

By Elijah Easter Kaykay The serenity of the Sugarcane Farm Community was shattered Wednesday morning when residents of Sugarcane Farm community in Grand Bassa County woke up in shock and dismay over the discovery of the lifeless body of a young man in an abandoned structure on the outskirts of the neighborhood. The incident has stirred concern among locals and authorities, with early indications pointing to a possible drug overdose. The deceased has been identified as Edward Samukai Jr., a local youth known within the community. Witnesses reported that Samukai had been battling substance abuse over recent years, and his…

By: Laymah Kollie The Liberian Senate has mandated its Joint Committee on Internal Affairs and Judiciary to review and advise the body over the dissolution of statutory districts as well as the relegation of some cities seven (7) years following the coming into force of the Local government Act. The Senate’s mandate followed a communication from Maryland County Senator, J. Gbleh-bo Brown during its 34th day sitting referencing sections 2.15(a) and 2,16c of the local government Act. In his communication, Senator Brown reminded plenary that the Local Government Act of 2018 as part of the government’s decentralization policy was designed…

By: Laymah Kollie The Plenary of the Liberian Senate has passed an Act to amend and restate the River Gee County Vocational and Technical Training Institute, legitimately elevating it to a full-fledged institution now identified as the River Gee Technical College. The Senate decision was triggered by a report submitted during a regular session on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 by the Joint Committee on Education, Public Administration, Judiciary, Human Rights, Claims and Petition recommending the proposed amendment. The bill was introduced and sponsored by River Gee County Senator Francis Dopoh, II. Speaking to Legislative reporters immediately following the passage of…