Author: Julius Konton

By: Bryan Dio The Liberia Land Authority (LLA) has taken decisive administrative action against two of its officials assigned in Maryland County, following a recent high-powered delegation visit led by the Authority’s Chairman to the Southeastern region. According to an official communication from the LLA headquarters, County Land Administrator Robert Moore and County Surveyor Jerry Thomas have both been suspended without pay and barred from occupying their respective offices. The Authority stated that Administrator Moore was suspended for failing to operate the county office in line with the approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and for his alleged persistent refusal to…

By: Ben Brooks Residents of the Tienpo Administrative District are facing renewed challenges following the collapse of the River Nur, Nyonken Bridge caused by severe flooding. The bridge was a vital connection for more than 25 towns and gold mining operations in the Tienpo statutory district, and its destruction has left many localities isolated, making transportation and trade with surrounding regions increasingly difficult. The incident is the second instance of flooding damaging the Tienpo Nyonken Bridge, but this time, it has completely destroyed the wooden structure, rendering it impassable. Local residents are growing increasingly concerned that the government may have…

By: Ben TC Brooks A dispute over access to water turned violent in the Jimmyville Community, Fish Town on June 18, 2025, leading to a serious stabbing incident that left a 19-year-old man in critical condition. According to eyewitness accounts, Peter Namah was waiting at a public water pump when a confrontation arose between him and 15-year-old Prince Cummings, a student at Fish Town Demonstration School. The conflict heightened when Namah reportedly struck Cummings with a stick, prompting Cummings to retaliate by pulling out a silver kitchen knife and stabbing Namah in the back. Namah was quickly transported to Fish…

President Boakai is scheduled to address the WAES Forum, where he will articulate Liberia’s vision for economic transformation and present investment opportunities in critical sectors such as agriculture, energy, infrastructure, tourism, and digital innovation. The Liberian leader will also hold a series of bilateral and multilateral meetings with fellow regional leaders, investors, and institutions to advance Liberia’s development agenda and secure meaningful economic partnerships. The WAES is being convened in fulfillment of a commitment made by Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during his chairmanship of ECOWAS in 2023 to organize a special summit focused on trade and investment in the…

In move to motivate and acknowledge the hard work of some creative Liberians in the Country, the Ambassador of Morocco accredited near Monrovia Lahoucine Rahmouni has presented a gift to a young, talented and creative Liberian author Matthew Lee Gbigbi. Gbigbi creative writing over the period did not go unnoticed as his work was recognized by top diplomatic in Liberia. Matthew recently published book, title: “Voice Echoing From The Atlantic” caught the attention of the Moroccan foreign mission to Liberia. The book among other things has made impact in alighting the societal faulting of communities and the history of Liberia…

By; Morrison Wleh Residents of District Two Sinoe County have complained of alleged abandonment by their lawmaker Samson Wiah. Speaking to our reporting in the County , the local residents explained that a major road linking Seeton New Town to Karquekpo and Kutatuzon now appears nearly impassable. The current situation has now sparked misspellings among the locals attributing the issue to claimed neglect by their lawmaker. According to them, the strategic road linking major towns within the area is a complete nightmare for them as they knowingly and unknowingly cross the river to fetch for their daily bread at the…

By: Morrison Wleh In a proactive effort to enhance disaster preparedness at the grassroots level, the Liberia Red Cross Society (LRCS) Sinoe Chapter today launched a three-day Early Warning Training across six communities in Sinoe County. Held under the theme “Stronger Communities Through Early Action,” the training brings together community leaders, youth representatives, and local volunteers from Tugbah Town, Pratt Farm, Sargbah Town, Chewlue Town, Funnioh Town, and Geelov Town. According to local officials, These towns were carefully selected based on their vulnerability to natural hazards such as flooding, fire outbreaks, and other climate-induced risks. Facilitating the sessions is Maryanne…

By: Morrison Wleh The Liberia Medical and Dental Council (LMDC) has ordered the immediate closure of the Golden Veroleum Liberia (GVL) Clinics in Butaw, Tarjouwon and Kpanyan Districts for multiple violations of national health standards. According to an official LMDC statement, the facility was found to be severely understaffed and operating in a building that does not meet the required medical infrastructure standards. The council also cited the clinic’s refusal to comply with earlier instructions issued by the regulatory body. Additional findings revealed poor hygiene, lack of sanitation, and no proper waste management system in place. The council noted that…

By: Martina Fanciah The Independent National Commission on Human Rights (INCHR), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), officially inaugurated the Bloh Town Memorial in Electoral District Two, Rivercess County. The new national monument serves as a tribute to the victims of Liberia’s brutal civil war and a space for healing and reconciliation. The memorial commemorates nearly 400 civilians including children, women, and men who were killed in a massacre on January 15, 1994. The attack, allegedly perpetrated by Liberia Peace Council (LPC) fighters, was one of the deadliest single-day events of the 14-year conflict, leaving lasting trauma…

Assistant Minister of Mines Carlos E. Tingban has underscored the urgent need to prioritize mine workers safety through international cooperation and knowledge sharing. Speaking at the inauguration of the Technical Training Course on Mine Rescue for Belt and Road countries in Beijing, China Minister Tingban emphasized that economic growth must never come at the expense of human life. “No economic progress is worth risking even one worker’s life”. He highlighted the harsh realities faced by many artisanal and small-scale miners in Liberia, including inadequate training, insufficient safety equipment, and exposure to hazardous working conditions. While the Liberian government has taken…