Author: Godfred Badu Quansah

Shows Gratitude For Commendable Stewardship Monrovia, Liberia – As Liberia’s Chief Justice Sie-A-Nyene Yuoh delivered what seems to be her last address as head of the High Court, President Joseph N. Boakai has showed gratitude to Chief Justice Yuoh for her commendable stewardship of the Judicial Branch of Government since she took over in 2022. “As you conduct your last ceremonies for the Supreme Court of Liberia’s opening as Chief Justice today, Madam Chief Justice, I have come to honor your service and express the Executive Branch of Government’s gratitude for your excellent stewardship of the Judicial Branch of Government…

Monrovia, Liberia – A Liberian-born clergy resident in the United States, along with the parishioners of St. James and St. Michael’s Episcopal parishes in the Diocese of New Jersey, on Tuesday, March 12, 2025 donated consignments of Wheel-Chairs equipment and food items to the group of 77th in Central Monrovia. Speaking during the presentation, Rev. Canon Dr. James T. Yarsiah, Priest -in-Charge said, the value of the donations is estimated at $20,000 US Dollars, with shipping costs amounting to $6,221, and $1966 as expenses for clearance and transportation costs in Liberia.According to him, the current shipment brings to ten the…

Monrovia, Liberia – For decades, reliable electricity has remained an elusive dream in Liberia, crippling economic growth and undermining national development. Constant power outages, prohibitive electricity costs, and limited access have paralyzed businesses, endangered healthcare delivery, and left millions in darkness. This persistent energy crisis has not just stalled industrialization, it has entrenched poverty and isolation in a world where electricity access is fundamental to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. The statistics tell a sobering story: less than 12% of Liberia’s population has access to grid electricity, with even lower rates in rural areas where many Liberians live. Those fortunate enough…

Monrovia, Liberia – In an elegant celebration conducted at the Invincible Sports Park in Monrovia on Saturday, ArcelorMittal Liberia celebrated its 20th anniversary, marking an important milestone. A wide range of stakeholders were present at the event, including representatives from the government, local leaders, staff members, and foreign partners. They all came together to celebrate the company’s influence, dedication, and collaboration with Liberia’s investment and progress over the past 20 years. Michiel Vandermerwe, CEO of AML, emphasized the company’s support of the local economy and dedication to sustainable mining methods in a special statement. “We, ArcelorMittal are steadfast in our…

Monrovia, Liberia – Famous drug dealer George Obi, also known as “Original Japan,” was given a 20-year jail term by Criminal Court “C” Judge A. Blamo Dixon for operating an illegal narcotics organization. Bridgestone Harris, Ndubusi Okonkwo, and Peter Mamah, three of his co-defendants, were all given five-year terms. The verdict, which was handed down on March 11, 2025, came after a protracted court case in which Obi and his co-accused made valiant attempts to avoid punishment. On January 14, 2025, Obi was found guilty after a resounding body of evidence connected him to a significant narcotics enterprise that officials…

National stakeholders pledged to intensify efforts to combat malnutrition in Liberia. Monrovia, Liberia – National stakeholders have pledged to intensify efforts to combat malnutrition in Liberia as the country grapples with an alarming child stunting rate of 29.8%, significantly exceeding the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommended threshold of 22%. This commitment emerged during the 2024 Joint Annual Assessment (JAA) consultation meetings, held from March 4 to 7 at the Last Mile Health Head Office in Monrovia. Organized by the Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Secretariat under the Office of the Vice President, the event gathered over 40 key stakeholders including government…

Says, Transparency And Clarity In Judicial Decisions are vital For Fostering Confidence Monrovia, Liberia – The legal ally of the Supreme Court of Liberia, the Liberia National Bar Association, is criticizing the court for issuing a vague order that might jeopardize the country’s peace and stability. The Bar said that if the high court didn’t issue a thorough decision, public confidence may be damaged. “Any organization that wants to flourish must receive constructive criticism. The LNBA urges the Supreme Court to render thorough and unambiguous rulings in order to eliminate any doubts that can undermine public confidence. Building trust in…

Monrovia, Liberia – As the third pillar of his ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development, President Joseph Nyumah Boakai has underlined his administration’s commitment to upholding the rule of law. Speaking at the Supreme Court of Liberia’s March 2025 Term beginning, President Boakai promised the support of his administration to guarantee an independent and properly operational court. “The third pillar of our ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development is the Rule of Law. In order to guarantee that the criteria and prerequisites for a fully operational judiciary are fulfilled, we want to collaborate with the judiciary. We promise to contribute to your success,”…

Monrovia, Liberia – The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has praised women’s contributions to regional integration in Africa on International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025. In a video message to commemorate the Day, Dr. Joy Kategekwa, Director of the Regional Integration Coordination Office of the African Development Bank Group, stated that “today we stand tall – proud of progress made but aware much more needed to be done.” She also stated that regional integration would not be possible without increasing support for women in trade in Africa. “Women come to the cross-border trade marketplace with a unique set, they face a…

Monrovia, Liberia – James M. Fromayan, the Chairman of Liberia National Commission on Arms (LiNCA), has pledged to give President Joseph Boakai Executive Order (EO) #141 his full attention as the country begins a new chapter in its arms control efforts. Recently Liberia President, Amb. Joseph Nyumah Boakai issued Executive Order #141 requiring all firearms in the nation to be registered. The executive order is a crucial step in preventing the spread of unregulated weapons, but it is not without its difficulties and worries. The registration of firearms is an essential step towards effective arms control in Liberia, but Fromayan acknowledged the delicate nature…