Author: Julius Konton

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has extended his deepest condolences to President John Dramani Mahama, and the people of Ghana, following the tragic military helicopter crash that occurred Wednesday, August 6, 2025, in Ghana’s Ashanti Region. In a message to President Mahama, President Boakai expressed profound shock and sorrow over the incident, which claimed the lives of several high-ranking Ghanaian officials, including Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Minister of Defense; Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Minister of Environment, Science and Technology; as well as other government officials and members of the Ghana Armed Forces. “It is with profound shock and deep sorrow that…

The Government of Liberia appears to be applying more aggressive approach against the war on drugs. As a sound of demonstrating practical political will, the Chief Executive flanked by Health Minister Dr. Louise Kpoto was seen displaying a black ti shirt, with inscription, say no to drugs as a move of showing solidarity with the campaigners against drugs. Following the massive march against drugs, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai released a strong policy statement describing the drugs crisis as a National emergency. According to him, such emergency demands more than words but rather bold, sustained and irreversible actions. In a short…

Demonstrating national consciousness, first Touch Sports Academy on Thursday August 7, 2025 joined an array of other campaigers ralling calls to say no to drugs. Led by its Chief Executive Officer Nusee Eraser Cooper, the sporting body comprising young and talented players march from Congo Town to the Capitol Building, holding placards and chanting slogan with one message, “say no to drugs”. Speaking to our reporting during the day long campaign, the CEO of First Touch Sports Academy Nusee Eraser Cooper wants the fight against drug to be seen as a national revolution. “We need real time action and drastic…

In a move to ensure an effective and efficient information dissemination about the activities of the Office of the Establishment of War and Economic Crimes Court in Liberia, the National outreach coordinating committee has ended an intensive day long training session. Focused and well determined to make an impact during the process, the one day training among other things centered around proper messaging and safety. Speaking at the end of the training the Executive Director of OWECC-L Cllr. Jallah Barbu underscored the need for consistent, clear and accurate messaging to ensure that they meet their desire objectives. Cllr. Barbu reassured…

By: Matalay S. Kollie The Ministry of Health (MOH) on Monday, August 4, 2025, officially broke ground on a new drug depot in Bong County, marking a significant advancement in Liberia’s healthcare infrastructure. Deputy Health Minister Martha Morris, representing Minister , Dr. Luis Kpoto, expressed gratitude for the collaborative efforts with the Global Fund and Plan International during the groundbreaking ceremony. “On behalf of the Ministry of Health, we are pleased to break ground for the construction of this drug depot. This initiative is a vital step in strengthening Liberia’s health system, as we have not had our own drug…

‎‎‎By: Joseph Kerkula‎‎The Head of the Liberia National Office of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Dale G. Gbotoe, has officially announced that the results for several national public and private schools examinations will be released in nine days time. The announcement was made during a press briefing held at the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism (MICAT) in Monrovia.‎‎The results scheduled for release include:‎‎The West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for 12th graders,‎‎The Liberia Junior High School Certificate Examination (LJHSCE) for 9th graders,‎‎The Liberia Primary School Certificate Examination (LPSCE) for 6th graders, and‎‎The Liberia National Assessment Test…

‎‎By: Joseph Kerkula‎‎The Government of Liberia, through the John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital, has dismissed reports suggesting an increase in service fees at the nation’s leading medical facility.‎‎Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday, Deputy Information Minister for Press and Public Affairs, Daniel Sando, addressed the growing concerns surrounding a memo circulating on social media regarding adjustments in service charges. He clarified that the document was merely an internal proposal and had not received formal approval from the hospital’s management.‎‎“There has been no approval for any fee hikes,” Deputy Minister Sando stated, emphasizing that the circulation of such misinformation poses…

By: Stephen Sonpon The Center for Transparency Accountability in Liberia, CENTAL has called on President Joseph Boakai, with immediate effect to dismiss Officials of his government over failure to declared their assets. Anderson Maimen indicated that President Joseph Boakai to go a step further from suspension to dismissing all officials within the executive found to have remained defiant by their refusal to declare their assets, incomes and liabilities. He urged the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission to ensure that assets declared are not just kept on the shelves, but are timely verified, to ensure that the true essence and objectives of the…

By: Stephen N. Sonpon In an effort to strengthening transparency and accountable local governance, NAYMOTE Partners for Democratic Development is empowering communities across Liberia to take ownership of their development through a citizen-led oversight mechanism that is reshaping how government projects are tracked and monitored at the grassroots level. The initiative, which is being implemented under the County Accountability and Advocacy Teams (CAATs), is supported by the United Nations Peacebuilding Fund through the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Liberia. CAATs are now operational in all 15 counties and are tasked with monitoring public service delivery and tracking the implementation of…

The Merged Federation of Motorcycle and Tricycle Unions of Liberia (M-FOMTUL) has announced the immediate removal of its Interim President General, John A. F. Kenyor, following a formal “Vote of No Confidence” by its National Executive Committee (NEC). ​The decision, made on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, comes after extensive deliberations by the NEC, which cited several reasons for Kenyor’s removal. The union’s official press statement listed the following key justifications:​Negligence in the discharge of duties,​Conflict of interest, ​Unilateral decision-making, ​Lack of transparency andMisrepresentation of the institution. ​The union’s National Public Relations Officer (PRO), Boomta Jacob Z. Mulbah, signed the statement,…