Author: Julius Konton

The Ministry of Mines and Energy has shut down all artisanal and small scale mining sites in Tchien, Grand Gedeh County. The decision followed the discovery of some artisanal and small scale miners using earth-moving equipment for Class ‘C’ mining operations which is in flagrant violation of the Law. According to the Ministry such action by the small scale miners run counter to provisions of the Minerals and Mining Law, and the Regulations governing the mining sector in Liberia. Following the investigation, the Compliance Enforcement Team of the Mines and Energy Ministry found out that out of eight Excavators seen…

About fifty adolescents and youth benefited from a day-long intensive capacity development training. The program which is an initiative of West Africa Democracy Solidarity Network (WADEMOS) Next Gen Fellow, Sialyn H. Bockarie, and implemented by InfoQuest brought together adolescents and youths to discuss leadership, sustainable peace, and mental health and inform them about sexual reproductive health and rights. The day-long session was also geared towards preparing Liberia’s next generation of leaders for sustainable democracy including their sexual reproductive rights. During the training, participants mainly schoolgoing adolescents and youths capacity were enhanced in basic sexual and reproductive rights issues as well…

A trained US Military personnel Prince Ngaima and a born Liberian who resides in the United States of America has accused the National Chairman of the Patriotic entrepreneur of Liberia; Dominic Nimely of allegedly refusing to settle his bike transaction issue. Narrating his ordeal, Prince said in 2023 , he shipped a container to Liberia which contains a customized motorbike intended for sale. According to him, the bike cost was 15,000 usd. Prince told our reporter that he got connected to Dominic through Ceazer Woods, one of his friends to help him sell the bike at his (Prince ) price…

The female national team of Liberia on Thursday convincely defeated Guinea Bissau three goals to one in the ongoing WAFU tournament currently taking place in Mauritinia. Despite having some challenges prior to the commencement of the competition, the talented Liberian players remain focused and over- power her West African counterpart. A brace from Mimi Eiden and Jessica Quachie saw the red , white and blue outfit collecting all three points from her first game of the competition. The win is a good start for the young Liberian side who is optimistic of making a significant difference in the tournament.

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has nominated former Maryland County Senator John Ballout as Liberia’s Ambassador Designate to Nigeria. The nomination was read in the Senate ongoing session on Thursday. More Details In Our Subsequent publication

A civil society organization under the banner “ONE VOICE LIBERIA” has called on officials of the Interministerial Concession Committee (IMCC) under the Chairmanship of the National Investment Commission and key advisors of the President to reject quick fix solutions in the ongoing rail access negotiations between the government of Liberia, ArcelorMittal, and Ivanhoe Atlantic (High Power Exploration HPX). In a statement issued over the weekend, the group frowned on what they see as attempts by some of President Boakai’s officials and economic advisors to go back to the old days of “Oui, Oui, Bon, Bon” when Liberia negotiated the country’s…

Former First Lady, Nancy Doe is reported Dead. Madam Doe according to reports died in the United Kingdom after a period of illness. Nancy was born in 1949 in Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County. She moved to Monrovia in the 1960s, where she worked as a business woman. Madam Doe later married , former President Samuel K. Doe Samuel who was in the Liberian Armed Forces, in the late 60s. They both had had four children. Our condolences to the bereaved family.

By: Laymah Kollie The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia has issued a stern warning to truck drivers and construction companies involved in the illegal backfilling of wetlands without the required permits. During a recent demolition exercise in the Johnsonville and Jacob Town communities, EPA Executive Director Dr. Emmanuel Urey Yarkpawolo emphasized that any excavation or dumping of dirt anywhere in Liberia requires an environmental permit. “We have observed that truck drivers are being used as conduits for the unacceptable practice of backfilling wetlands across the country,” said Dr. Yarkpawolo. “Once again, every development needs an Environmental Permit. ”Dr. Yarkpawolo…

By: Matalay Kollie Bong County Senator, Johnny Kpehe Sr. is under mounting pressure from constituents in Bong County following what they describe as his failure to deliver on a key campaign promise. The construction of a much-anticipated Ambulance Hub. The hub, estimated to cost US$100,000, was projected for completion and dedication in January 2025, with groundbreaking in early August 2024. However, with only months remaining until the proposed deadline, visible progress is absent, and frustration among residents is growing. During the 2023 Senatorial Elections, which saw Kpehe rise to political prominence, he pledged to prioritize healthcare by constructing the “Senator…

By: Theophilus Williams Former Montserrado County District #2 Representative Candidate Expresses Optimism About Weah Return Kokulo Borvor, a staunch supporter of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), has voiced strong optimism about the potential return of George Weah to the Liberian presidency. According to Borvor, the current Unity Party-led administration under President Joseph Boakai and Vice President Jeremiah Koung has failed to deliver on the promises that brought them to power. He argued that the Boakai-Koung government rode a wave of propaganda and public discontent, but has since struggled to address critical national issues such as youth unemployment, infrastructure development,…