Author: Julius Konton

The Association of Female Lawyers of Liberia (AFELL) has lauded the Government of Liberia for signing the African Union Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls as a state party. As a means to proactively implementing the legal instrucment , AFELL urges the swift ratification, domestication, and full implementation of this critical instrument in a move to combat the pervasive violence faced by women and girls across Liberia, including Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). AFELL said it is convinced that such move will show the intentional commitment of the State for the implementation of the convention and other international human…

The University of Liberia (UL) has administered an entrance exam to 13 visually impaired persons for undergraduate programs, the first time in the university’s history. The candidates sat the entrance at Lake View on the UL Fendall campus in Louisiana on Saturday, July 12, 2025. One additional candidate was scheduled to sit the UL Aptitude Test for the Graduate and Professional Schools on Monday, July 14. This milestone has widened the inclusive educational agenda of the University ofLiberia, and the nation as a whole, to leave no one behind, regardless of their visual or physical conditions. The Resource Center for…

The Female Journalists Association of Liberia (FeJAL) with support from the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) over the weekend launched Liberia’s Financial Education and Literacy Program in Voinjoima City, Lofa County. The event held on Saturday July 12, 2025, brought together over 300 stakeholders including youths, women, Daily Savings (VSLA) Groups, civil society groups, transport unions, marketers, persons living with disabilities and community leaders amongst others. The initiative is part of decentralization efforts of the ongoing CBL financial literacy campaign. The initiative, funded by the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) and implemented by the Female Journalists Association of Liberia (FeJAL)…

By Elijah Easter Kaykay Grand Bassa County, Liberia — July 14, 2025 — In a historic milestone for Grand Bassa County, a team of six talented high school students has been crowned champions of the 2025 Voices Liberia National Debate Competition. The highly competitive final, held over the weekend in Kakata, Margibi County, saw the Bassa team narrowly defeat their rivals from Grand Gedeh County in a match that kept spectators on the edge of their seats until the very end. The competition, which brought together six counties from across Liberia, showcased the nation’s brightest young minds debating pressing national…

The Asset Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce (AREPT) has observed troubling reports suggesting that some individuals under active investigation may be attempting to flee the country to avoid legal accountability. AREPT strongly warns that fleeing the country will not protect anyone from investigation or prosecution. Such actions only deepen public suspicion and reinforce Liberia’s determination to recover stolen assets and uphold the rule of law. According to AREPT in a statement issued Monday, With the full support of international agencies and diplomatic allies, every legal avenue will be used to locate and return such individuals to face the law. As…

By: Laymah Kollie Tension sparked amongst Senators on Monday during the confirmation hearing of Yarmie Quiqui Gbeisay, Chief Justice-Designate of the Republic of Liberia when the Nominee was asked on his dissenting view on the Supreme Court ruling in April and what he would have done better. The nominee in response said four members of the Supreme Court bench were at fault. Cllr. Gbeisay mentioned the process by which the bill of information was filed by Ex-Speaker Koffa’s bloc was inappropriate and shouldn’t have been heard by the Supreme Court. “That was improper way of coming back to us. The…

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…