Author: Godfred Badu Quansah

RELEASE Monrovia, Liberia – Liberia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Madam Sara Beysolow Nyanti on September 24, 2024, along with Sierra Loene, Ivory Coast, and Guinea held strategic engagements with the Kingdom of Morocco, at the United Nations Headquarters, culminating in the signing of the Morocco’ Roadmap of Cooperation for the period 2024-2026. The document builds on a strong foundation of collaboration and outlines key areas of focus for continued partnership between all nations. The agreement, which covers the 2025-2027 period, was initiated by Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita, and his peers Kacou Houaja Leon Adom…

Monrovia, Liberia – Liberia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Madam Sara Beysolow Nyanti, signed documents and struck up discussions on behalf of her nation on the outskirts of the UNGA. Out of the 5 new relationships, three were signed with Bahrain, Uzbekistan and Croatia. Min. Nyanti asked her counterparts to continue cooperating in order to maintain world peace and security. Views on strengthening bilateral cooperation and tighter coordination based on respect for and understanding of the international rules-based system were shared by the foreign minister of Liberia and her counterparts. All nations endorsed Liberia’s candidacy for a non-permanent membership on the…

Monrovia, Liberia – The conclusion of the civil conflicts in the early 2000s brought with it several problems for the Liberian political system. Public officials’ moral decay and incompetence have seriously harmed the nation’s growth, governance, and public trust. This piece investigates the causes of these problems, how they appear in the public sector, and what effects they have on Liberia’s government. Moreover, the turbulent past of Liberia, which was marked by civil wars, Economic mismanagement and political turmoil have created the foundation for the present difficulties with governance. The nation’s economy was also severely damaged by the civil conflicts (1989–2003) infrastructure as…

Monrovia, Liberia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has sent a congratulatory message to the Government and people of the People’s Republic of China, on the occasion commemorating the 75th National Day Anniversary of that great country on October 1, 2024. According to a Foreign Ministry release, in his message to his Chinese counterpart, H. E. President XI Jinping, the Liberian leader, on behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of Liberia, extended warmest felicitations to the Chinese leader, and through him, to the Government and people of China, as they commemorate this historic milestone.  President Boakai expressed confidence…

Monrovia, Liberia – Following a bail bond submitted to the court, Criminal Court “C” at the Temple of Justice, presided over by Judge Blamo A. Dixon on September 25, 2024, approved and released to his attorneys, former Liberia’s Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah. Tweah and four other individuals are accused of corruption. Minister Tweah submitted a bail bond US$8,000,000, which is comprised of real estate and land documents. Judge Blamo made the ruling following the former Finance Minister’s surrender to the court for prosecution, along with a bail bond totaling more than $8 million USD. Tweah was charged on many…

Monrovia, Liberia – A five-member high-level delegation from the People’s Republic of China has reportedly arrived in Liberia, according to the Ministry of Information, Culture, Affairs, and Tourism. The five-member delegation is in the nation to look into potential investments in vital industries that would strengthen Liberia’s economy according to MICAT. Daniel Sando, the deputy minister for public affairs, and other high-ranking officials from the ministries of information, cultural affairs, and tourism welcomed the delegation on behalf of the government. Deputy Information Minister Daniel Sando highlighted the robust and expanding connection between the two countries while restating Liberia’s willingness to doing business…

Monrovia, Liberia – Prelates and elders from various Christian denominations across Liberia gathered to prepare for the upcoming Global Crusade with Pastor Dr. W. F. Kumuyi in Monrovia. The conference aimed to mobilize the nation for this significant spiritual event. Pastor Ajayi, the National Coordinator, outlined the vision of the Global Crusade, emphasizing the importance of uniting the country in anticipation of the blessings to come. Archbishop Isaac Winker, chairman of the GCK Liberia planning committee, delivered the keynote address, urging the Liberian church to seize this opportunity to bring spiritual awakening to the nation. High-profile leaders from prominent Christian…

Promises to Reintroduce Pro Bono Legal Aid Program Monrovia, Liberia – The Pro Bono Legal Aid program, which serves prisoners in Monrovia Central Prison, has been reintroduced by the Liberia National Bar Association (LNBA) with money from the United Nations Development Program (UNDP). Targeting legal aid attorneys and caseworkers, the training is part of the initiative “Promoting Access to Justice through Pro Bono Legal Aid Representation.” The aim of the project is to decongest the Monrovia Central Prison in Montserrado and Margibi Counties. Cllr Sylvester D. Rennie, speaking on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at the LNBA Headquarters in Monrovia, stated…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Liberty Party has named Representative Rugie Y. Barry of Montserrado County District #1 as the acting chairman of the party, effective one day after Chairman Musa Bility tendered his resignation. The vice chairman for administration and primary deputy to the national chairman takes over, according to a news release issued by Party Secretary General (SG) Martin Kollah on Wednesday, September 25, 2025, stating that the appointment is in accordance with party constitution. He noted that as a result of Representative Barry’s automatic election to the role of national chairperson of the party, the party has started a…

At Global Leadership Council Meeting Monrovia, Liberia – In order to expedite impoverished areas’ access to energy, President Joseph N. Boakai has called for coordinated measures. President Boakai made the appeal at the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) Leadership Council meeting on the fringes of the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79) in New York City, according to an Executive Mansion dated September 24, 2024. Global leaders convened at the high-profile event, co-chaired by Dr. Rajiv Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation, and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, to deliberate on expediting efforts to guarantee universal…