Author: Julius Konton

The United States Embassy in Monrovia, Liberia, has issued an explanation addressing a common question from Liberians and other foreign nationals who are denied visas to the U.S. Following the release of the 2024–2025 Diversity Visa (DV) lottery results, the embassy responded on May 15, 2025, to widespread concerns about why visa application fees are not refunded when an application is denied. In a post on its official Facebook page, the embassy explained that the application fee is used to cover the administrative costs involved in processing a visa application. They emphasized that the fee is non-refundable, regardless of whether…

The Government of Liberia, through the National Commission on Arms, has announced the commencement of a nationwide firearms registration exercise for civilians authorized to possess and use firearms. Speaking at the Ministry of Information’s regular press briefing on Thursday in Monrovia, the Chairman of the Arms Commission, James Fromayan, said the exercise is in line with the Act establishing the Commission, as well as Executive Order #141 issued by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai on February 24, 2025. The order mandates the registration of all civilian-held firearms across the country. According to Fromayan, the new policy will issue two types of…

A promising female advocate Mary Abigail Logan has underscored the importance of empowering young women and girls across the country. The passionate female advocate called on national leaders to give more attention to young women and girls in order for them to realize heir full potential. According to her, the education and development of these young future female leaders is key to the Country. Speaking at the launch of the Mary Abigail Foundation ,the young Executive Director of MAF who promised to change the horrible narratives experienced by her peers also challenged national leaders to prioritize the development of women…

By: Joseph Kerkula The Law Students Association at the Louis Arthur Grimes School of Law, University of Liberia has put smiles on the faces of female inmates at the Monrovia Central Prison. Still in school but passionate to give back to the society, the Law school students mainly women donated food and non food items to female inmates at the Monrovia central Prison Speaking at the ceremony, the national president of the organization, Izetta Jones Howe, encouraged the inmates to remain steadfast and embrace the opportunity to become change-makers in society. Madam Howe urged the women to view their incarceration…

The Ministry of Mines and has distances itself from any scam criminal activities carried out by one of its employees. Following police arrest and investigation, it was discovered that employee Abraham Gbogar solicited money from a mining agent in the name of giving him a class b license. Abraham using his criminal skills to defraud an agent Impersonated as the Minister of Mines and Energy, Wilmot Paye. However, The Ministry of Mines and Energy has clarified that Minister Paye has no involvement in any or all acts of soliciting money from anyone for any license process. The Ministry public relations…

By: Staff Writer The public relations officer of the Liberia Medical and dental Council James Emmanuel Cole Jr. has called for increased support to national health regulators. In the wake of inadequate support to said major health regulatory authority, Mr. Cole disclosed that the entity remains heavily challenged to effectively and robustly enforced its mandate to the core. Speaking to journalists he also calls for an enhanced coordination across the health sector of the Country. “We recognize the breach of trust and we will not rest until confidence is fully restored”, he reassured the public. The LMDC’s spokesman at the…

By: Julius Konton InfoQuest Liberia has praised the House of Representatives for conducting a lawful and orderly election to select a new Speaker. Matthias Yeanay, Executive Director of InfoQuest, described the move as a positive step that has helped restore democratic order within the legislative body. He noted that the outcome reflects the growing maturity of Liberia’s democratic governance. Mr. Yeanay expressed hope that the election will help resolve the recent legislative standoff and allow lawmakers to refocus on serving the interests of the public. He also called on Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon to prioritize reconciliation among members to foster…

By: Ben TC Brooks Residents of Rivergee have expressed increasing fears and worries over what they termed as abandoned and or damaged Tienpo Nyonken bridge within the County. According to them, since the government conducted an initial assessment, there has been no further progress made. Sarah Johnson, a prominent businesswoman, expressed her concerns, saying, “We need the government to take action regarding the bridge rehabilitation or reconstruction because the situation has worsened.” She added, “It’s now dangerous even for motorbikes to traverse the small part that still seems stable, and with the rainy season approaching, our lives are at risk…

By : Foday Darzangbo Sesay. Protest In Western Liberia Leads Several Wounded Commercial drivers across Western Liberia have begun a go-slow action in protest of what they describe as alleged excessive taxation and constant harassment by the Liberia National Police highway patrol. According to several drivers, they are being unfairly issued traffic tickets costing over 50 United States dollars, including sharp increase from the previous 10-dollar fines for minor violations. The drivers also claimed that they have been targeted for operating defective vehicles, which they believe is unjust. Additionally, they argued that their vehicles can not remain in good condition…

By: Julius Konton The founding National Chairman of the Congress for Democratic Change Lafayette Orishall Gould has challenged the Liberian media to be trailblazers of the truth void of any compromise “Resist any attempts intended to prevent you from reporting the truth,” he reechoed. Speaking at the opening of a new media entity, Mr. Gould emphasized the critical role of the media in the country as such warned them to at all times stand for the truth in their pursuit to educate, inform, and entertain the general public. He admonished the media that their independence is under threat once they…