Author: Julius Konton

By: Julius Konton Grand Gedeh County long regarded as one of the most reliable strongholds of Liberia’s opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) has been thrust into political turmoil following controversial remarks by Senator Zoe Emmanuel Pennue praising the performance of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s administration. Pennue’s comments, delivered during a recent engagement with his constituents, have triggered fierce backlash from opposition figures, reigniting an old but unresolved debate in Liberian politics: Should loyalty to party outweigh tangible delivery to the people? A Surprising Admission in a Polarized Landscape In a county where electoral loyalty has historically leaned heavily toward…

By Julius Konton Liberia’s election to a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2026–2027 term has been greeted with widespread celebration at home and warm commendations abroad. Government officials have framed the development as historic, symbolic of renewed global confidence in the country, and evidence of Liberia’s diplomatic resurgence. However, US based Activist Tennie Jallah said that narrative, while emotionally appealing, deserves careful interrogation. He was hasten to point out that his analysis is in good faith and a patriotic responsibility. “It is not a partisan critique of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, the Unity Party,…

By: Julius Konton Liberia has officially commenced its two-year mandate as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, marking a significant milestone in the country’s diplomatic engagement on the global stage. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Liberia announced that the nation’s term on the world’s most powerful multilateral security body formally began on January 2, 2026, and will run through December 31, 2027. During this period, Liberia will participate in high-level deliberations and decision-making processes aimed at maintaining international peace and security. To symbolize Liberia’s formal installation, the Liberian national flag was raised at…

By: Julius Konton Liberia’s Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) has announced the appointment of Philajua Boima as Chief of Office Staff in the Office of the Minister, effective immediately, in a move aimed at strengthening administrative coordination and institutional efficiency within the Ministry. The appointment was made by the Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, who expressed strong confidence in Mr. Boima’s professionalism, leadership capacity, and long-standing service to the Ministry. In his new role, Mr. Boima will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Minister’s Office, ensuring seamless coordination of meetings, briefings, and official engagements.…

By: Julius Konton Liberia’s Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) has concluded the pilot phase of its Young Professionals Internship Program, with more than 200 young Liberians successfully completing intensive professional and practical job training, marking a significant milestone in the government’s youth empowerment and public sector reform agenda. The closing ceremony, held in Monrovia, brought together senior government officials, development partners, and beneficiaries of the program, which was designed to bridge the long-standing gap between academic training and workplace readiness in Liberia’s public sector. Presidential Vision for Youth Empowerment Speaking at the event, Minister of Finance and Development…

By: Julius Konton Liberia’s Civil Service Agency (CSA) has taken another significant step in public sector digital reform with the unveiling of six additional vendors on its Legal Power of Attorney (LPA) Automated Platform, a move aimed at expanding access to essential goods and services for government employees nationwide. At a symbolic launch held on Monday at City Builders along the ELWA Junction corridor in Monrovia, the CSA officially presented customized Point of Sale (POS) machines to the newly approved vendors, marking the latest expansion of the LPA scheme’s digital payment infrastructure. The newly accredited LPA vendors are City Builders,…

By: Julius Konton Liberia has taken another decisive step toward strengthening national security and institutional reform with the graduation of 56 new officers of the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL), as senior government officials reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to disciplined leadership, professionalism, and sustained investment in the defense sector. The ceremony, held at the Barclay Training Center (BTC) in Monrovia, marked the formal commissioning of Officer Candidate School (OCS) Class 12–2025, with Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan serving as guest speaker. President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, through remarks delivered at the event, commended the AFL leadership for what…

By: Julius Konton Liberia’s Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) has formally launched a five-day Public Expenditure Review (PER) Validation Workshop in Kakata City, Margibi County, marking a pivotal step in the government’s effort to strengthen fiscal discipline, improve value for money, and enhance transparency in public spending. The workshop, led by the Department of Economic Management, brings together senior government officials, technical experts, development partners, and sector representatives to validate findings from the PER one of the most comprehensive assessments of how public resources are allocated and utilized across the country. A High-Stakes Review of National SpendingOpening the…

By: Staff Writer Liberia’s long-standing legal prohibitions on incest rarely debated in public and almost never tested at the highest levels of power have erupted into national and international focus following explosive allegations aired on the widely watched Spoon Talk show and amplified across social media platforms. At the center of the storm is Speaker of the 55th National Legislature, Richard Nagbe Koon, who is facing allegations of a sexual or marital relationship with a woman he has reportedly acknowledged to be his biological sister. While no court has established wrongdoing, the mere convergence of such claims with Liberia’s clear…

By: Julius Konton A political support group representing Liberia’s Electoral District #11 has issued a strong rebuttal to allegations leveled against Speaker Koon following recent remarks made on a popular talk show, describing the claims as unfounded and rooted in unresolved family disputes rather than public misconduct. In a statement, the Friends of Speaker Koon, a civic and political advocacy group based in District #11, addressed comments made by Madam Cecelia Kpor during her appearance on the Spoon Talk Show. The group confirmed that Madam Kpor has family ties to the Speaker but firmly rejected her allegations, arguing that they…