Author: Godfred Badu Quansah

The Director General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA) has described the role played by Liberian fish sellers (processors) as pivotal to the economic growth of the country’s fisheries sector, adding that fishmongers determine the overall quality of the fish being consumed daily. Delivering the opening address at the forum on Monday November 1, 2021, Madam Glassco said, the role of Liberian fishmongers (processors) in the fisheries sector is critical to the sustainability of the economy, but pointed out that “they are vulnerable”. Speaking at the occasion attended by several processors and fish-farmers from across Montserrado County among…

Hundreds of aggrieved Liberians have requested the Government of the United States, through its embassy accredited near Monrovia, to intervene into the decision taken by the Government of Liberia (GOL), to prevent the landing of a private helicopter owned by the Political Leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), Dr. Daniel E. Cassell, into the country. The aggrieved petitioners under the banner, Liberians in Solidarity with Dr. Cassell (LSDC), gathered before the US Embassy on Benson Street in Monrovia on Monday, November 1. They held placards with inscriptions: “We need justice in Liberia, The right to own properties in Liberia…

Liberia Health Minister Dr. Wilhelmina Jallah has described breast cancer as one of the primary causes of the number of deaths in Liberia. Speaking Thursday at the Ministry of Information press briefing on Thursday, October 28, 2021, Dr. Jallah said, Liberia has recorded more deaths as a result of breast cancer over the past ten years with women being the highest victims. She added that more awareness and early treatment of breast cancer are essential in reducing the spread of the disease. As Liberia joins other nations to commemorate the International breast cancer day, Minister Jallah added that it is…

The Ministry of Education office in Sinoe County has fined oil palm Company Golden Veroleum Liberia, over one million Liberian dollars for allegedly operating a fake license. In a telephone interview with reports reports231on Friday, Sinoe County Education Officer Alphonso Kanbo noted that the decision was based on GVL’s alleged act of illegally operating an elementary school without the required government license. Kanbo, stated that since 2013, GVL has been illegally operating a school in Butaw Estate, Sinoe County. He stressed that despite the company huge contribution to the county particularly the education sector it is unfortunate for a company…

The Jewel Starfish foundation in partnership with African Children’s Talent Development foundation has ended a three day informational conference at the University of Liberia with participants drawn from across Africa. The program which aim was to aid students in choosing their career path saw over thousands of Liberian students participating in the conference. In a special remark at the end of the program on Friday, October 29, 2021, Vice President Jewel Howard Taylor challenged Liberian students to make used of the foundation for better and improvement of their educational sojourn.Vice President Jewel Howard Taylor noted that the Jewel Starfish foundation…

Lofa County District #3 Representative Clearance Massaquio says the increase of Drugs in the Country is the major challenge which has to be given proper attention. According to Rep. Massaquio the importation of drugs into the Country is becoming serious challenge which is damaging the young people across Liberia. The Lofa County District #3 Lawmaker also said he remains supportive with other Lawmakers at the House of Representative to implement the Drugs Law in country. Representative Massaquio made the statement over the weekend in Margibi County at program marking a back to school football tournament for children under 13 and…

The Liberia National Fire Service Boss Alex Dickson announced the change in the name of the entity following the signing of a new organo-gram title the Liberia National Fire and Rescue Service. The new organo-gram document which was signed Monday, November 1, 2021 is a revised document that change the name of the Liberia National Fire Service to the Liberia National Fire and Rescue Service. Fire Service Boss Col. Dickson describes the signing as a milestone achievement and added that the document seeks to provide guidance for officers of the Liberia National Fire and Rescue Service. According to him the…

Liberia President George Weah said this year’s COP26 is taking place at a time when the world is living with the devastating and disruptive consequences of the deadly Coronavirus pandemic. He noted that, climate change, like COVID-19, presents an even bigger threat to the world and to common humanity. Speaking on Monday, November 1, 2021 in the UK, according to Mr. Weah, the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference seek common action to save the planet, and bring equity and fairness on how to achieve these objectives under the Paris Accord on Climate Change. The Liberian Leader informed conference that,…

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For Joesendra, this is only her second fashion week showing, following her presentation at a Fashion World on this January. It was meant to be about getting back out there and doing it on its own over Street Market in New York and London, as well as IT Hong Kong, approached her about orders.