Author: Julius Konton

The Press Union of Liberia (PUL) has condemned the wrongful sentencing of Liberian journalist Eric Opa Doue to 30 days in prison on a baseless charge of criminal coercion by the Cestos City Magisterial Court in Rivercess County. On Monday, September 8, 2025, Magistrate Dixon Yeahgar ordered journalist Doue jailed, in what the PUL describes as a calculated scheme by certain judicial and state actors to intimidate, harass, and silence independent journalists. The Union in a statementnt says, it is deeply concerned that Magistrate Yeahgar, acting in concert with the newly appointed County Attorney of Rivercess, Martin Tumoe, and police…

By: Ben TC Brooks River Gee County – [Sept. 10, 2025] – In a major enhancement to local healthcare services, the River Gee County Health Team has been gifted a generous donation of 65 hospital beds and 65 mattresses, valued at $25,000. The donation aims to improve patient care facilities and provide more comfortable accommodations for those needing medical attention. The presentation ceremony, held at the River Gee County Health Team compound, brought together county local officials, healthcare workers, and community members who gathered to witness the valuable contribution to the county’s health infrastructure. During the event, Representative Isaac Boy…

By: Julius Konton In the wake of the passing of the late Minister of State for Presidential Affairs, Sylvester M. Grigsby, and following President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s nomination of his successor, senior management of the Ministry of State convened a special meeting today to reassure staff, strengthen unity, and initiate transition processes to keep the Presidency’s work on course. Presiding over the gathering, the Minister of State Without Portfolio, Hadja Mamaka Bility—who has been serving as Acting Minister of State for Presidential Affairs until the President’s recent nomination of Samuel A. Stevquoah—expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Ministry family for the…

By: Julius Konton Former Youth and Sports Minister D. Zeogar Wilson has admitted that George Weah’s government, where he served as former Minister of Youth and Sports, did not do well to improve Sports in the Country. “As a government with people from the sporting background, we should have set the foundation for other governments to follow, but we did not do so,” he re-emphasized. He acknowledged that even though the CDC government had competing priorities but he believes that as strategic as the Ministry of Youth and Sports there should have been some level of preference given to it…

By: Julius Konton The Co-Chairs of the Liberian International Ship and Corporate Registry (LISCR), Adam Cohen and Mr. Elan Cohen, today held a high-level meeting with PresidentJoseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., in the Washington, D.C. area. The discussions centered on strengthening the partnership between the Government of Liberia and LISCR, with emphasis on enhancing Liberia’s maritime sector, advancing regulatory frameworks, and promoting global competitiveness. Both sides highlighted their shared commitment to maintaining Liberia’s strong presence in the international shipping industry while ensuring that the sector continues to generate long-term benefits for the Liberian people. President Boakai welcomed the engagement and praised…

By: Laymah Kollie A landmark signing ceremony was held in Monrovia to launch the project “Women Legislators in Liberia: Promoting Voice, Leadership, and Gender-Responsive Governance for Sustainable Development,” funded by the IBSA Fund with support from UN Women and national partners. Opening the event, Senator Dabah Varpilah provided an overview of the initiative, stressing its importance for the future of women’s political participation. She highlighted how the project would not only strengthen the Women’s Legislative Caucus but also empower younger women to understand and engage with legislative processes. “This is about preparing the next generation of women leaders to not…

Bong County Senator Prince Moye has hailes President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. for endorsing and implementing the Senate’s recommendations on petroleum pricing, a move he described as a courageous step to protect consumers, increase government revenue, and fund critical national programs. Speaking at a press conference Tuesday, Senator Moye explained that the Senate’s joint committee on Ways, Means, Finance, and Public Accounts conducted a detailed investigation into Liberia’s petroleum storage fees, which had long been a source of unfair charges on consumers and unchecked benefits for a few private operators. According to Senator Moye, the committee recommended adjustments that were…

By: Julius Konton The Ministry of Mines and Energy through a joint intergovernmental partnership, has begun conducting a risk assessment survey across the Country. Among other things, the survey centered around illicit financial flows, money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation in financing in the Artisanal and Small-scale Mining sub-sector. The exercise kicked off on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, in Tappita mining district, Nimba County, and will later move over to small-scale mining communities in Grand Gedeh County. In separate remarks at a brief introductory ceremony held at the Tappita City Palaver Hut, representatives from the Mines and Energy Ministry, the…

By: Ben TC Brooks The Kuncare Foundation, led by its Chief Executive Officer, Cllr. Kunkunyon Teh, has announced a significant educational endeavor to support underprivileged public school students in River Gee County. The initiative aims to distribute 3,000 school uniforms to students, with the first batch of 1,500 uniforms already delivered to River Gee County. The initiative ensures that every student has access to the essential attire required for a conducive learning environment. Recognizing the financial constraints many families face, the foundation acknowledges that providing uniforms can help alleviate some of the burdens on these households especially struggling parents. Kaytan…

By: Ben TC Brooks The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has arrested drugs suspect Esther Nyenpan for having in illegal possession of more than 66 wraps of Marijuana and 21 cartridges. The arrest took place over the weekend in Jakarken, Chedepo Administrative district of River Gee County, located approximately 60 kilometers away from the county capital, Fish-Town. The 35-year-old suspect was captured as her accomplice fiancé, Otis Quaye, flee the scene upon hearing a tip-off during LDEA River Gee detachment’s routine patrol in the area. The agency reported that the suspects were found with the illegal substances and ammunition during…