Author: Godfred Badu Quansah

Monrovia, Liberia – James Dorbor Jallah, the Commissioner General of the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA), and the Deputy Commissioners for Administration and Technical Affairs vowed over the weekend to implement institutional reform and adhere to established policies that will improve transparency, instill confidence in employees, uphold integrity, and increase revenue collection. In their individual statements, the LRA executives stressed that the organization functions as a professional organization with strong regulations and SOPs that preserve its standards and distinguish it. They pledged to follow these guidelines while spearheading initiatives to reach national income goals. These pledges were made by the authorities…

Monrovia, Liberia – During Liberia’s 141st Thanksgiving ceremony, President Joseph N. Boakai urged all Liberians to love the nation and one other. In addition, the Liberian leader urged Liberians to show love for their country and thank God for its existence. “Show Love for the country and remember that this country was founded on the principle of worship and fear for God,” he stated. He said that Liberians should thank God for bringing peace to the country, and that despite the instability that gripped the subregion, Liberia has remained calm. “As a nation, God has been good to us. Our neighbors…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Multi-Actor Platform on Land Governance and Responsible Agricultural Investment in Liberia (MAP Liberia Land Platform), with technical assistance from the Liberia Land Authority (LLA), has trained more than twenty-seven Community Land Development Management Committee (CLDMC) members from six (6) Liberian counties as part of continuous efforts to strengthen the ability of community structures established to offer technical support to communities in managing customary land. The CLDMC members were selected from Grand Cape Mount, Bomi, Sinoe, River Cess, Maryland, and Grand Gedeh Counties, per a statement dated November 10, 2024. As they take on the responsibility of…

Mourn Fallen Gov’t Officials Monrovia, Liberia – The book of condolence for the late Grand Bassa Superintendent Julia K. Bono has been signed by President Joseph N. Boakai at her Grand Bassa County home. After the signing ceremony on Sunday, November 10, 2024, the Liberian leader also paid a visit to families of the fallen government officials and applauded them for the services of their love once to the government and country at large. However, the Liberian leader also on Sunday mourned the passing of Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs, Brown B. Sarlee and Superintendent of Grand Bassa County, Julia…

Monrovia, Liberia – Tanzania established the first electrified railway system in East Africa. The nation has finished the electrical phase between Dodoma and Dar es Salaam. The anticipated distance is 440 kilometers, and Tanzania now has the longest electrified railway system in Africa, ranking sixth. With 15% of its railway network electrified, the nation is ranked second in Africa for the proportion of electrified railways overall. The estimated cost of the 440-kilometer railway system was USD 3.1 billion. With the train’s top speed of 160 km/h, the trip time between the two cities has been reduced from 10 to 4…

Monrovia, Liberia – Highlighting its dedication to improving regional connection throughout the African continent, the African Development Bank (AfDB) disclosed that it has spent $55 billion in regional connectivity over the last ten years. Dr. Joy Kategekwa, Director of Regional Integration at AfDB Group, expressed this during the introduction of the Common Market Capital, Services, and Goods (CSG) Scan for the East African Community (EAC) in 2023–2024. With a focus on the EAC Common Market Protocol, Dr. Kategekwa highlighted the Bank’s position as a key partner for East African development in his speech on the topic “Keeping the Promise to…

To Link SIM Cards With Government-Issued IDs In Digital Upgrade Monrovia, Liberia – As part of the government’s commitment to improving the national citizen database, the National Identification Registry (NIR) and the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The initiative aims to register or update SIM/RUM cards for all citizens and residents of Liberia, with support from various government agencies. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Andrew Peters, Executive Director of NIR said, the key component of the MOU is the commitment to enroll all Liberian citizens and residents into the NIR’s database, which will become the cornerstone for identity…

AFL, LNP Investigative Report Reveals Monrovia, Liberia – An investigation into the death of Sgt. Manndeh Bobby of the AFL has been made public by the Liberia National Police in cooperation with the Armed Forces of Liberia. At the November 8, 2024, meeting at the Liberia National Police Headquarters in Monrovia, Simeon Frank, the Chief Investigator and Deputy Inspector General of Police for Crime Scene, stated that Sgt. Bobby died by suicide and that “no one killed him.” “The investigative report further concludes that based on the facts gathered through interviews with some of the soldiers as well as workmates,…

Calls For Military Corporation Monrovia, Liberia – The U.S. AFRICOM Military General, Michael E. Langley has paid a courtesy visit to Liberia’s Defense Minister, Brig Gen. Geraldine J. George (Rtd.). During the visit, Gen. Michael Langley and Brig. Gen. Geraldine George (Rtd.) emphasized the importance of cooperation and partnership between the two organizations, according to a Ministry of Defense release dated November 8, 2024. The meeting also borders on the significance of mutual cooperation, and understanding in the realm of defense and security. Minister George also conveyed her gratitude and appreciation for the ongoing assistance the United States Africa Command has…

Monrovia, Liberia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has congratulated Donald J. Trump, the president-elect of the United States of America on his recent victory in the national election. The American president-elect is taking over the presidency of the United States at a very difficult moment, as the globe is experiencing a worldwide crisis, according to a statement from the Foreign Ministry. Referring to the divisive political climate that accompanied the electioneering season, he urged Americans to continue moving forward in “peace and unity.” “As Liberia’s traditional ally, we stand ready to further enhance and rekindle our long, historic and unique…