Author: Godfred Badu Quansah

Monrovia, Liberia – Montserrado County Senator Darius Dillon, a strong supporter of the Unity Party government has publicly apologized for utilizing private jet disinformation against former President George Weah in 2023. Dillon and others from the Unity Party criticised the former president for using private plane, claiming it was a waste of government funds. One year into the Joseph Boakai-led government. Boakai and his Vice President, Jeremiah Koung, have been observed regularly flying private aircraft to international activities outside of the country, prompting Dillon to apologize to Weah. Boakai, like Weah, and his vice president have denied using taxpayer funds to fly…

Monrovia, Liberia – Thomas Etheridge, a Brewerville resident, fell several times at the Temple of Justice on Monday, claiming he was waterboarded, assaulted, and threatened with death by the National Security Agency after being apprehended in front of the Capitol Building on December 18, 2024. Etheridge, who is seeking habeas corpus relief, was transported to the AMI Medical Center at Stella Maris University by police officials when his condition deteriorated significantly. Etheridge was escorted to the Temple of Justice under strict protection, appearing emaciated. He alleges he was waterboarded from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m., beaten repeatedly, and threatened with…

Monrovia, Liberia – Montserrado County District #2 Representative Sekou S. Kanneh has presented LD $5,347,590 in financial aid and other non-legislative actions in the district. Representative Kaanneh stated during the district sitting, which coincided with the District First Annual Report, that during his first year in office, his office made significant contributions in terms of intervention, donation, and proactive legislative engagements to ensure that the plight of the district and Liberians as a whole is addressed. “Considering the financial constraints that parents are faced with, and as a way of helping them to send their kids to school this academic…

Monrovia, Liberia – Liberia’s President and Chief Patron of Sports,  Joseph N. Boakai, has stated that the 2025 National County Sports Meet (NCSM) will promote national healing, peace, and togetherness across the country. President Boakai made the speech on Sunday, January 12, 2025, in Grand Cape Mount County, when he formally launched the 2025 NCSM, the nation’s greatest athletic event with the theme “Inclusive Development through Sports.” According to him, inclusion is the foundation of nation-building, and this year’s theme demonstrates the government’s unshakable dedication to reconciliation, togetherness, and growth. President Boakai reminded Cape Mount residents and sports enthusiasts that…

Monrovia, Liberia – Liberia’s Minister of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP), Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, has identified the World Bank as the country’s “largest multilateral partner.” “If we look back, from where we came, from war, recovery and now on the part of development, we cannot write Liberia’s story without delegation pages and chapters to the role of the World Bank,” stated Prime Minister Ngafuan. Minister Ngafuan stated during the World Bank’s visit to the Ministry of Finance in Monrovia on Monday, January 13, 2025, that the visit coincided with the country’s preparations to launch its ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Press Union of Liberia (PUL) strongly condemns the Liberia National Police (LNP)’s harassment and unfair interrogation of two Daily Observer newspaper writers. The PUL in a press release said, it is especially concerned about the actions of Simeon Frank, Deputy Police Commissioner for Crime Services, and his team of detectives, who have harassed, intimidated, and unlawfully detained journalists Bai Best and David Yates in connection with their reporting. According to PUL release signed by President Julius Kanubah on Monday, January 13, 2025, it is both unethical and inappropriate for Commissioner Frank and his colleagues to identify…

Monrovia, Liberia – ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) is a key component of the company’s worldwide expansion plan, with its mining activities in Liberia making a substantial contribution to the portfolio. In the initial phase of the mining project, the direct shipping ore (DSO) is exported in its raw form to purchasers all over the world, with an average FE of 60%. The Liberia mining project is the company’s first greenfield mine, making it unique among ArcelorMittal’s global operations. In keeping with this, the firm has stressed its commitment to sustainable mining techniques, with a particular emphasis on environmental conservation. The mining…

Monrovia, Liberia – Richard Nagbe Koon, Speaker of the Majority Bloc, has called for unity, responsibility, and reform as the 55th Legislature’s second session begins. Koon stressed the urgent need to reestablish trust with the Liberian people during his statement on Monday. Recognizing the seriousness of the issue, the majority speaker remembered the Legislature’s previous obstacles, including the leadership deadlock and the fire event. The parliamentary crisis, which included an effort to remove controversial Speaker J. Fonati Koffa, has gravely shattered public trust. Koon frankly revealed that many Liberians are still dissatisfied with their lawmakers. “To be honest with all…

Monrovia, Liberia – Barcelona was given a precautionary measure to register Dani Olmo and Pau Victor on Wednesday, and La Liga, one of the organizations displeased with the Higher Sports Council’s decision, made this official 24 hours later. La Liga and the Spanish Football Federation had previously denied Barcelona’s bids to register Olmo and Victor, but with the CSD’s intervention, the Catalans may now call on both players indefinitely. The two were legally registered 24 hours after the verdict was rendered. It is great news for Barcelona because they can rely on Olmo and Victor for the time being, and…

Monrovia, Liberia – Saah Moses departs for Sweden to attend Hammarby’s pre-season training. Saah Moses played his final game for Discoveries against Shaita FC before leaving. Saah Moses will go with the squad to their training camp in Marbella, Spain, where he will begin to adjust to his new surroundings and teammates. Following the preseason, Saah Moses will return to Liberia to join his teammates until he turns 18 before making the formal move to Hammarby. In 2023, the Swedish club allegedly signed the emerging talent for US $150,000.