Author: Godfred Badu Quansah

Monrovia, Liberia – The Liberia Football Association National League in 2024–2025 is anticipated to see FC Fassell feature former Lonestar players as members of the team. After their talks with the club’s bankroller, Cassell Anthony Kuoh, came to an end, Laffor is one of four former members of the national team who are anticipated to play for FC Fassell the next season. Laffor’s return to the Orange National First Division is intended to boost the nation’s football’s reputation abroad and benefit the squad in upcoming CAF Competitions. The four former Lonestar players includes; Solomon Grams, Zah Krangar, Anthony Laffor and Tonai…

Monrovia, Liberia – In order to prepare for the upcoming National Stakeholders Consultative Engagement Workshop, which is set for June 24–25, 2024, the Liberia Maritime Authority held a one-day meeting with important stakeholders. Aiming to improve Liberia’s negotiation skills in advance of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) meeting focused on lowering greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships, the training is being held in partnership with University College London (UCL). According to a release, the collaboration with UCL on the Leading Effective Afro-centric Participation (LEAP) Project highlights a dedication to augmenting Liberia’s proactive involvement in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) discussions. The…

Monrovia, Liberia – In an effort to address numerous issues impacting the nation’s disabled population, the National Union of Organizations of the Disabled has released a nine-point declaration. In order to improve the lives of people with disabilities and social welfare organizations, the union’s president, Peter Flomo, said that the National Legislature and President Joseph Boakai should be urged to consider the rationale behind the timely augmentation of the National Commission on Disabilities’ budgetary allotment. Speaking at a press conference in Monrovia, Mr. Flomo emphasized the importance of hiring and appointing individuals with disabilities to key commissions, bureaus, ministries, and…

Monrovia, Liberia – President Joseph Boakai’s appointment of Counselor Jonathan Massaquio as Executive Director of the Office of the War and Economic Crimes Court has been met with resistance from 76 civil society organizations under the Coalition for the Establishment of War and Economic Crimes Court in Liberia and the human rights community. The appointment of Counselor Jonathan Massaquoi as head of the War and Economic Crimes Court to facilitate efforts on the creation of the court that will prosecute alleged perpetrators and bring justice to victims and survivors of Liberia’s two civil wars has deeply troubled the human rights…

The government of Liberia has rubbished media report that former Chief Justice Gloria Musu Scott, along with three other family members were released on what the report called, “Compassionate Leave.” According to the Deputy Minister for Technical Services at the Ministry of Information, Daniel Sando, on Thursday June 13 2024 during MICAT press briefing Madam Scott and her siblings are still at the Monrovia Central prison. Deputy Minister Sando informed that the former Chief Justice was granted a compassionate leave after some unknown individuals burglarized her home and this was done through the family Lawyer. He added that former Justice…

Introduces 450 Tracycles to Local Farmers to ease transportation problems Monrovia Liberia: The Ministry of Agriculture through the World Bank Project with Support from the  Project Implementation Unit (PIU), has introduced 450 tricycles to enhance access to market and promote youth agricultural entrepreneurs in Lofa and other counties. The initiative is aimed at easing transportation constraints for rural smallholder farmers, thus enabling them to commute their produce from one farm, village and town to another especially during raining seasons. Farm-to-market roads in Liberia had been a serious challenge over the years posing significant barriers for small holder farmers especially after harvesting…

Monrovia, Liberia – In defense of his actions, which included reportedly defrauding over 90 people of 87,000 US dollars, the former religious advisor to former Liberian President George Weah said that he did not coerce anyone into giving him money to fly them to Australia. Presently in prison at the Monrovia Central Prison, Reverend Nimely said he warned the ninety plus Liberians about the possibility that their visa money would not be refunded, but he advised them to pray for divine intervention instead. Reverend Nimely will remain in jail until he is prosecuted because the majority of the insurance companies…

Monrovia, Liberia – Over 1300 Liberians who had been living in the Buduburam Refugee Camp in Ghana have been successfully repatriated, according to the Liberia government and the Liberia Refugee, Repatriation and Resettlement Commission (LRRRC). This important achievement represents a critical turning point in the ongoing efforts to assist and rehabilitate Liberians who have been uprooted by previous crises. Foreign Minister Nyanti reported that government officials, representatives of the LRRRC, and representatives of several humanitarian groups welcomed the returnees with great warmth at the Lougatou border. In order to guarantee each returnee’s safety, dignity, and well-being, the repatriation procedure was…

Emphasizes Leveraging Africa’s Vast Natural and Human Resources Monrovia, Liberia -The Government of Liberia through the Minister of Foreign Affairs Sara Beysolow Nyanti has disclosed plans to forge a mutually beneficial partnership that fosters growth and development for both Africa and Korea regions. During the just ended Korea-Africa Summit which was convened under the Theme: “The Future We Make Together: Shared Growth, Sustainability, and Solidarity”, the discussions emphasized leveraging Africa’s vast natural and human resources alongside the Republic of Korea’s expertise in industrialization and technology. Speaking during a Special Press briefing at the Ministry of Information, Minister Nyanti said,…

Monrovia, Liberia – FC Fassell signs Belgian coach Ivan Minaert to a three-year contract. Head coach Ivan Minaert, a Belgian, has inked a three-year contract with FC Fassel, a top-tier Liberian team. His contract starts in September 2024–2025, when the League season kicks off. The Belgian has coached AI Ittihad of Libya, Black Leopards of South Africa, AFC Leopards of Kenya, and Rayon Sports of Rwanda in the past. On Tuesday, June 11, 2024, he was formally unveiled in Monrovia by his new team. At the unveiling ceremony, Coach Mineart promised to make a difference in proving Fassell a better…