Author: Godfred Badu Quansah

Monrovia, Liberia – A Cross-Border Cooperation Support Program has been initiated by the ECOWAS Mission in Liberia with the goal of promoting Free Movement and Migration among the Mano River Union’s member nations. On Monday, April 29, 2023, representatives of the Liberian government and the ECOWAS Mission’s office came together to inaugurate the Cross-border Cooperation Support Program. A regional program known as the ECOWAS Cross-Border Cooperation Program (ECBCSP) was created on January 12, 2006, during the 29th Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government in Niamey. In order to guarantee social regional construction and sustainable development,…

Monrovia, Liberia – On Monday, irate football fans who are thought to be from Grand Geedeh County demolished the dugout seats that the previous government had placed at the SKD. Grand Geedeh’s goal from a corner was ruled out for a foul, by Center Referee Josephus Torgilar for which the angry fans claimed to have being cheated. After a 2-2 draw from the regular time of play plus an additional 30 minutes, Nimba County went on to win 4-2 on post-match penalties. The poor lightning system at the Country Premier Stadium caused the match to be postponed last Saturday. It…

Monrovia, Liberia – The US$738 million national budget for the fiscal year 2024 has been adopted by the House of Representatives of Liberia. The budget was approved by the House of Representatives through a roll call vote for the first time. The House of Representatives’ intense budget debate on Thursday, April 25, 2024, culminated in the budget’s adoption. It can be recalled that earlier this year, President Boakai government asked the house of legislature to revisit the national budget proposed by the out gone CDC led government. The budget passage has taken the national legislature close to four months or…

Monrovia, Liberia – Atty. Janga Augustus Kowo, the National Chair of the CDC has warned President Boakai administration not to tamper with the constitutional powers of the General Auditing Commission by virtue of the latter’s recent mandate to look into alleged misconduct at the Governance Commission and the LTA. The Liberian Leader also announced the suspension of the Chairperson and Commissioners of the Liberia Telecommunication Authority, Edwina Zackpah, Israel Akinsanya, Zotawon Titus, James Gbarwea, and Osborne Diggs, respectively, due to claims of dubious financial transactions and other misconduct at the institution. In addition, the President ordered the suspended officials to…

Liberia Deputy Foreign Minister NyeI Calls for Quick Win and Tangible Projects Monrovia, Liberia – Under the ECOWAS Cross-Border Cooperation Support Program (ECBCSP), Liberia’s Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister for Regional Integration, Mr. Ibrahim Al-Bakri NyeI, has called on ECOWAS National Technical Committee to develop concrete, quick-win projects that will improve the lives of local residents. On Monday, April 29, 2024, at the ECOWAS Liberia Country Office on First Street Sinkor, he made the statement at the official launch of the National Platform for the ECOWAS Cross-Border Cooperation Support program, which is aim to facilitate free movement and migration within countries…

Monrovia, Liberia – Senator Abraham Darius Dillon of Montserrado County has urged the public, prominent figures, and interested parties to offer possibilities and assistance to those who are struggling with addiction in the nation. The lawmaker emphasized the value of supporting young people impacted by drug abuse during his speech at the third graduation exercise of 17 individuals who have undergone detoxification and rehabilitation procedures sponsored by his Center for Rehabilitation and Reintegration over the weekend in the Rehab Community. Senator Dillon, a strong supporter of rehabilitating disadvantaged youths, emphasized that the public’s responsibility extended beyond merely helping these people…

Monrovia, Liberia – Dennis Van Dan Meer, founder of the PTR Foundation, has started a new phase of his endeavors in Liberia with the goal of producing future tennis players. On April 26, 2024, a procession along Gardnerville Township’s Principle Streets kicked off the launching celebration in Monrovia. Due to the opportunities provided to them, future tennis stars in Liberia, predominantly women, were able to walk with joy while holding their tennis equipment, which included balls and rockets. The PTR Foundation help is directly affecting Youth for Tennis founded by a Liberian Internationally certified Tennis Coach, Alfred Kandakai. This program…

Monrovia, Liberia – The World Football Governing Body, FIFA, has officially congratulated first division League winner of the 2023/2024 Liberia Football Association. Watanga FC of Paynesville, Montserrado County became the winner of the 2023/2024 national first division league with 61 points scoring 54 goals. On Friday, April 26, 2024, Watanga public relation officer, Roland A. Bandorkai confirmed to Reports231 Media Network that the letter was send from FIFA on Friday, April 26, 2024, 16:00 GMT. He termed the letter as a boost for the team. The letter signed by FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, congratulated Liberia’s champion (Watanga FC) for winning…

BENEFITING POST AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS Monrovia, Liberia – In an effort to maintain ongoing bilateral relations with the government of Liberia, the People’s Republic of China has started to support the social-economic advancement and communication infrastructure of eight of the country’s fifteen counties. On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, the Ministry of Posts & Telecommunications of the Government of Liberia received a solar power project donation from the People’s Republic of China through its Embassy in that country. The project when implemented, central offices and post offices throughout eight counties will have access to a clean, green, stable, and dependable power source.…

Monrovia, Liberia – Senator Saah Joseph of Montserrado County has suggested that the government of Liberia approve US$3 million in order to purchase 17 fire vehicles for each of the county’s 17 electoral districts to promptly respond to the county’s increasing number of fire disasters. Prior to the home of House Speaker Cllr. Jonathan Fonati Koffa, which suffered damage to many buildings from fire but no casualties, Senator Joseph, a senior government official home was completely destroyed by fire, including many homes in the country. Minutes after submitting his communication to the Liberian Senate plenary, the lawmaker addressed legislative reporters on Tuesday, April23, 2024. He stated that, should it be approved, the US$3 million would be used to train fire fighters and major accessories, as well as guarantee the efficient use of those fire trucks in the county. He declared that the frequent fire tragedies that occur in Liberia, particularly in Montserrado County, constitute a national emergency and that the 55th National Legislature of Liberia must act quickly to implement his suggestion. The money will be utilized to strengthen the Liberia Fire Service’s ability to…