Author: Julius Konton

By: Julius Konton Professional Sports Academy is said to be massively progressing in key forms and direction. The academy owned by Liberia’s Ambassador at large for youth and sports development, Amb. Alioune Kebe welcomes, international expert in education and sports development Arnaud Coutey Mr. Coutey very passionate about youth and sports development paid a one day practice visit at various practice sites of the PSA in Monrovia. Impressed by the well structured and organized setup put in place by the staffs of PSA headed by Amb. Kebe , the Professional expert while visiting the hand ball setup motivated the young…

The Head of the Government Assets Recovery and Properties Retrieval Team, Cllr. Edwin Martin, has clarified that his team followed all due processes in the arrest and investigation of individuals linked to alleged acts of corruption. Speaking at the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs, and Tourism’s regular press briefing on Thursday in Monrovia, Cllr. Martin stated that his team is working closely with international partners to ensure that both former and current government officials connected to corruption cases are brought to justice. He revealed that the team is currently handling 26 high-profile cases, of which three have already been fully…

By: Matalay Kollie The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), Bong County Detachment, has destroyed substantial quantity of illegal drugs valued at over L$10.5 million (approximately US$55,292.39) The move marked a strong stand against substance abuse in the county. The destruction of these drugs took place on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Taylor’s Farm, located in Electoral District #3, Bong . Deputy Commander Lewis N. Geelar of the Bong County Detachment reported that the drugs were confiscated in various operations throughout the county between June 4, 2024, and June 2025. The operation highlights the LDEA’s ongoing commitment to combat drug-related crimes…

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has suspended the Director-General and Deputy Director-General of the Liberia Agricultural Commodity Regulatory Authority (LACRA) following serious of allegations of financial and administrative irregularities. The suspensions, announced today, Thursday come as the President emphasizes his administration’s commitment to transparency and a “zero-tolerance stance on corruption.” Mr. Christopher D. Sankolo, Director-General, and Mr. Chea B. Garley, Deputy Director General for Administration and Finance, were both suspended on June 25, 2025, pending the outcome of ongoing investigations. The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) is currently investigating the allegations, and President Boakai has additionally requested an audit by the…

The father of an Illing child , Sando Kessellie Govego is a calling for an urgent medical assistance to help save the life of his illing Daughter. Narrating his daughter’s skin disease situation, Mr. Govego stated that the family noticed the situation at the early age of ten years. He explained that the health issue on his daughter all started as small bumps and later spread to some parts of her body and it makes her very uncomfortable. According to him, they have done surgeries as previously recommended by doctors to ensure that the disease goes away but instead, it…

The Ministry of Labor has announced the revocation of 19 out of 21 foreign work permits following a preliminary audit of alien employment records in Montserrado County and its environs. The sweeping revocations stem from documented cases of misrepresentation, distortion of information, and blatant non-compliance with Liberian laws governing foreign employment. The audit uncovered a pattern of businesses hiring foreign nationals for roles that do not align with their stated work permit classifications, often understating their actual duties or failing to adhere to application protocols. The practice, the Ministry notes, undermines the integrity of the labor market and potentially deprives…

Former Foreign Minister Dee-Maxwell Kemayah Sr. and former head of the national power theft task force Mary Broh have been sent to the Monrovia Central prison in connection to the alleged mismanagement of a significant donation of relief rice. Kemayah and Broh’s detention came following the earlier arrest of Henry Williams, former Executive Director of the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) The three officials are accused of mismanaging approximately 29,000 bags of rice, a donation intended for disaster victims in Liberia. The donated rice, valued at more than US$425,000, was part of a humanitarian effort aimed at providing essential aid…

By: Ben TC Brooks The Government of Liberia has unveiled plans to construct the Tienpo Nyonken River Nur Bridge. The project designed to improve access to remote communities, promote economic growth, and ensure the safe transport of goods and services throughout the county. Located in southeastern Liberia, River Gee County is recognized for its abundant resources and active communities; however, inadequate infrastructure has long impeded its development. The Superintendent of the County Mike Swengbe announced that the government has allocated US$60,000 (sixty thousand dollars) United States dollars for the bridge’s construction. As part of the project, a local construction company,…

The Plenary of the House of Representatives has concurred with the Liberian Senate granting autonomous status to the four sea and Inland Ports in the country. The Engrossed Bill Entitled An Act Amending The Maritime Law And Restating “An Act An Independent Seaport and Inland Ports Regulatory Authority, To Provide For The Regulation And Sustainable Development Of Seaports And Inland Ports Operations And Services In Liberia, To Facilitate A Staffer, Orderly and Transparent Development Of Port Facilities and Services For Any Other Purpose Incidental Thereto” And To Create The Liberia Sea And Inland Ports Regulatory Agency Act 2024. The House…

By Matalay Kollie The atmosphere of Belequoi town in Bong County District Four has been shattered following the discovery of a stone believed to be a diamond. The find has not only ignited excitement but also sparked disputes and heightened fears among local residents. John Lekpokui, a prominent figure in the community, reported that the discovery has led to significant unrest, with ownership battles emerging in an unsettling manner. The incident began when a local resident unearthed the stone, quickly finding himself embroiled in conflict after another individual claimed ownership under questionable circumstances. The unclear chain of possession has transformed…