President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Boakai has emphasized the urgency of rebuilding and modernizing key national institutions, especially those that serve as conduits between the Government and the Liberian people.
Speaking during a guided tour of the Liberia Broadcasting system ongoing project facility, the Liberian leader assured the public that he is moving Liberia forward in terms of infrastructure development as well as other sectors of the Country.
According to him, his government is not here to manage decline but to deliver progress, stressing that the LBS’s modernization project shows that Liberia is rising stronger, better, and more connected than ever before.
In response, the Director General of the Liberia Broadcasting System Eugene L. Fahngon praised the President for his clear vision and unwavering support to the national media institution, stressing that the project is a historic turning point for LBS.
“For the first time in decades, LBS is on a firm path to becoming a fully modernized, professional media institution,” Mr. Fahngon stated.
He indicated that with such level of leadership and international support, the State owned media will serve the Liberian people with pride and excellence.
At the same time, China’s Ambassador to Liberia, Yin Chengwu reaffirmed China’s commitment to Liberia’s development.
He highlighted the importance of strong media institutions in fostering national dialogue, transparency, and mutual understanding.
“The People’s Republic of China is proud to stand with the Government and people of Liberia in this transformative journey,” Ambassador Yin said.
He reminded the gathering that the project is not just about buildings but it is about empowering a nation with the tools to tell its story, educate its citizens, and strengthen democratic governance.
The Chinese-funded LBS modernization project includes the construction of state-of-the-art studios, digital transmission infrastructure, newsroom facilities, administrative offices, and training spaces.
It is expected to significantly improve the coverage, quality, and reach of LBS services across the country and the diaspora.
Among other things, The initiative falls squarely within the framework of President Boakai’s “ARREST” Agenda, which prioritizes Agriculture, Roads, Rule of Law, Education, Sanitation, and Tourism.
The LBS project stands as a key pillar under the Education and Rule of Law components nsuring that citizens are informed, engaged, and empowered through reliable and professional broadcasting.
Over the period, The Liberia Broadcasting System has long served as a national platform for information dissemination, public service announcements, cultural preservation, and democratic engagement.
With the current upgrades and renewed political will, LBS is poised to reclaim its rightful place as the voice of the Liberian people.
The modernization project, which is being implemented with the generous support of the Government of the People’s Republic of China, represents a partnership in Liberia’s effort to enhance public communication, civic education, and state media services.
During his visit, President Boakai, accompanied by LBS Director General Eugene L. Fahngon, was led on a guided tour of the construction site, where he inspected the emerging structures and received detailed briefings on the project’s scope, timeline, and strategic significance.
