Author: Godfred Badu Quansah

Monrovia, Liberia – The Nigerian Embassy near Monrovia has reaffirmed its commitment to the development of Nigerian-Liberia relations with an emphasis on people-to-people interactions for the mutual benefit of the two countries, the land of profound diversity and opportunities, as Nigeria observes its 64th independence anniversary today, October 1, 2024. According to Manir Ibrahim, the charge d’affaires, Nigerians have gained recognition on a regional and international level for their inventiveness, resourcefulness, and innovation. Mr. Ibrahim statements were contained in his 64th Independence Day delivered at the Nigerian Embassy near Congo outside Monrovia during the weekend. “We must continue working not…

Monrovia, Liberia – In an effort to boost employee performance, productivity, and efficiency inside the company, the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) has introduced a cutting-edge Automated Performance Management System (APMS). As the LRA works to go from collecting millions of dollars in taxes to reaching billions, the new system, which goes into force in 2025, is anticipated to greatly improve revenue collection. The new digital performance management system will support and establish a framework for the planning, evaluating, and assessment of key performance indicators that are connected to the individual and group performance of staff members via digital channels. During the…

Monrovia, Liberia – Bill McGill Jones, the Deputy Finance and Development Planning Minister for Administration, declared on Monday that the National Development Plans (NDPs) and the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget, as well as any subsequent budgets under the present administration, will be influenced by the information obtained from continuing consultations. Minister Jones emphasized the significance of representing all 73 electoral districts, more than 100 administrative districts, and 15 counties in the budget formulation process during his speech at the beginning of Day Two of legislative engagements aimed at finalizing the County Development Agendas, the National Development Plan, and the Public…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Representative (AI) in Liberia, Bintia Stephen Tchicaya, has called for a collaborative health strategies and approach to control rabies in Liberia. In a poignant gathering over the weekend, Liberia observed the 18th Annual World Rabies Day, madamTchicaya emphasized the urgent need to address rabies as a significant public health threat. The event featured personal anecdotes, insights from health officials, and a call to action for communities to unite in combating the disease.The FAO Boss, highlighted the emotional impact of rabies on families. “I visited a community health worker where a young…

Monrovia, Liberia – As part of efforts to enhance access to justice in Liberia, the Liberia National Bar Association, with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has officially launched the Access to Justice Pro-bono legal aid Project. This is aimed at Promoting access to Justice through the Pro Bono Legal Aid Representation Project and LNBA – NEC Electoral Support Project in Monrovia with funding from UNDP. In Liberia, pre-trial detention is unfairly managed and notoriously lengthy, with an estimated 71.2% of detainees subjected to extended or prolonged pre-trial detention, and even when Cases go to trial, only a…

Monrovia, Liberia – Over the weekend, a group under the banner “Youth and Students for Better Liberia put smiles on the faces of Young Liberians at the Great Commission Academy in Chicken Soup Factory in Garnersville by donating school items. The organization claims that President Joseph N. Boakai’s “Back to School” project is being supported by the gift and that President Boakai is unaware of the kind act. Donated items include pencils, pens, copybooks, and bookbags totaling more than US$3,000. In an interview with media on Friday, September 27, 2024, following the distribution event, YSBL Acting Executive Director Alexzina Wilson…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Armed Forces of Liberia’s veteran community is requesting the National Bureau of Veteran Affairs’ Board of Directors open an investigation into former leadership of the organization for their alleged involvement in the sale of the bureau’s tractor and other equipment while they were employed. The tractor was given to the bureau by the Ministry of Agriculture during the administration of former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf for retired soldiers to use at the 100 acres of farm land owned by the AFL veterans located in Kpancoon, Barclayville, District One in Grand Bassa County, according to Retired Captain Jerry K.…

Discuss Counties Development Agenda Monrovia, Liberia – The Ministry of Finance and Development planning (MFDP) and the Ministry of Internal Affairs have engaged with the Legislative Caucus Chairs from Bong, Lofa, Maryland, Grand Kru, and River Gee Counties on the recent consultations of the Counties Development Agenda and the formulations of the national Agenda for inclusive development (AID). During the engagement Friday, September 27, 2024 in Monrovia, Finance Minister, Augustine Kpehe Ngafun disclosed that the timeline given for the formulation of the AID which will supersede the ARREST Agenda is ambitious, therefore, the government cannot retreat because of the challenges…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Liberian president Joseph N. Boakai has appealed to the international community and UN members to back Liberia’s bid for a non-permanent membership on the Security Council for the 2026–2027 term. During his address on Friday, September 27, 2024 in New York, President Boakai highlighted Liberia’s past accomplishments as a founding member of the United Nations and the League of Nations. He outlined Liberia’s contributions to the principles of security, peace, and human dignity, all of which are reflected in the nation’s active involvement in international affairs and the Constitution of the nation. “Liberia’s history is closely…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.), Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs Liberia, Madam Sara Beysolow Nyanti, conducted a bilateral meeting. The conference was held at the United Arab Emirates Permanent Mission to the United Nations headquarters in New York. During their respective introductory statements, the ministers exchanged greetings and best wishes, pledging to collaborate on topics of shared concern, primarily pertaining to peace and security, both bilaterally and multilaterally. The U.A.E.’s support for social and economic development in Liberia; investment opportunities in the country’s mining,…