Author: Godfred Badu Quansah

Monrovia, Liberia – President Joseph N. Boakai declared the support of his administration for sustainable maritime resource management and regional collaboration. Speaking at the opening of the 15th Ministerial conference of the Fisheries Committee for the West Central Gulf of Guinea (FCWC) on Friday, December 13, 2024, at the EJS Ministerial Complex in Congo Town, Amb. Boakai revealed that Liberia’s dedication to sustainable marine life is rooted in its rich maritime heritage. According to the Liberian leader, the 15th FCWC offers a chance to evaluate the progress made, pinpoint problems, and consider solutions in order to protect the nation’s fish stock…

Monrovia, Liberia – The issue with the Rollers of Mighty Barrolle persisted even after Coach Christian Mend was fired and Sekou Manubah was hired. The Rollers only achieved 8 points from 13 games during the first part of the 2024–2025 LFA First Division League. Two of their games were victories, two were draws, and the rest were losses; they defeated Shaita FC 1-0 and Freeport FC 4-2. The Rollers have more than 30 negative goals and are at the bottom of the 14-team standings with 8 points. Based on the number of goals let up in several games, the second-oldest soccer…

Monrovia, Liberia – A delegation of twelve representatives from the Ministry of Finance, Republic of Ghana, and the West African Monetary Institute (WAMI) is scheduled to arrive in Liberia for an important technical working visit that will advance the creation of a Regional Financial Hub (RFH) and International Financial Services Center (IFSC) in Ghana. A key component of initiatives to promote regional financial integration and strengthen economic cooperation throughout West Africa, the visit will concentrate on the creation of an International Financial Services Center (IFSC)/Regional Financial Hub (RFH). The RFH is intended to facilitate cross-border financial transactions and promote regional…

ANNOUNCES MAJOR REFORMS FOR 2024 and 2025 Monrovia, Liberia – In an effort to improve its operating capabilities and support national growth, the Liberia Institute of Statistics and Geo-Information Services (LISGIS) has planned significant revisions for 2024. Speaking to media at the agency’s offices on Thursday, Director General Richard Ngafaun of LISGIS described the reforms in detail, highlighting the need of strong capacity-building initiatives.These include staff trainings to improve their proficiency and efficiency. Ngafaun also emphasized how crucial cooperation with other national statistical system entities is. Liberia’s National Strategy for Statistics will be updated as a result of this partnership…

As 10,000 Youth Benefits From Boakai Digital Skills Training Monrovia, Liberia – President Joseph N. Boakai’s digital skills training has finally paid off, as 10,000 Liberian youth have received certificates and awards after more than three months of study. The course was one of the president’s 100-day deliverables to equip young people with digital skills and learn how to use information and communication technology (ICT) to create jobs. Digital transformation is essential to achieving Liberia’s full potential, according to Minister Samuel Stevquoah, Minister of States Without Portfolio Special Services, who spoke on behalf of President Boakai on Thursday, December 12,…

Monrovia, Liberia – It is reported that President Joseph N. Boakai will attend the 66th Ordinary Session of ECOWAS in Abuja, Nigeria. President Boakai and his entourage will leave Liberia on Saturday, December 14, 2024, for the 66th regular session of the ECOWAS authorities and heads of government. They will return on Monday, December 16, 2024, according to the Executive Mansion. According to the Executive Mansion in Monrovia, member of the President’s delegate include, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Minister of National Defense, National Security Advisor, Economic Advisor, National Port Authority Managing Director and the…

Monrovia, Liberia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has issued a proclamation extending the 55th National Legislature’s first regular session for fifteen (15) working days, starting Friday, December 13, 2024, and ending Monday, January 6, 2025. This will allow the legislature to discuss and take action on important national issues, including the FY2025 national budget. According to a Foreign Ministry release, the proclamation is in accordance with Article 32(b) of the Constitution of the Republic of Liberia, which provides that the President shall, on the President’s own initiative or upon receipt of a certificate signed by at least one-fourth of…

Monrovia, Liberia – A recent media allegation claiming a viral hemorrhagic fever outbreak in neighboring Sierra Leone has been dismissed by the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL). NPHIL Director-General Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan stated during a press conference on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, in Monrovia, that viral hemorrhagic fever is a disease caused by a variety of viruses, including various mental diseases. He claimed that the most recent explanation, which was made by the JFK hospital management, indicated that there was a virus-related hemorrhagic fever epidemic in neighboring Sierra Leone; A recent media allegation claiming a viral hemorrhagic…

Monrovia, Liberia – The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence came to a conclusion with a stirring event organized by the Women in Media Development (WIMDev) group, which emphasized the vital role that the media plays in addressing and preventing violence against women and girls. On December 10, 2024, Human Rights groups, journalists, activists, and stakeholders came together for an event under the theme “The Media as a Catalyst for Change in the Fight Against Gender-Based Violence.” Speaking at the event, Onita Roberts, the Ministry of Justice’s Director for SGBV Rural Liberia, disclosed that more than ten SGBV cases are…

Monrovia, Liberia – At the 2024 National Agriculture Fair, ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) emphasized its commitment to sustainable agriculture. Farmers aided by AML’s Biodiversity Conservation Program (BCP) showcased the potential of local agriculture by displaying and selling a variety of fresh products, like plantains, cabbages, and native collar grains, at the Booker Washington Institute (BWI) campus in Kakata, Margibi County. President Joseph Boakai attended the fair, which gave AML-supported farmers a chance to display their produce and make connections with stakeholders and possible purchasers. These farmers’ involvement supports AML’s initiatives to improve regional food production and advance sustainability in areas impacted by…