Author: Mark Mengonfia

By Fiona Benson Kollie Paynesville-The Executive Director of HOPE Restored Foundation International, Amb. Maxson S. Kpakio, has called on the Liberian government and international partners, including the United States and the United Kingdom, to increase funding and logistical support for the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA). Speaking to journalists at his Paynesville residence, Kpakio said inadequate support is hampering the LDEA’s operations despite its continued efforts to combat drug trafficking. He praised the agency for its commitment and resilience in the face of logistical challenges. Kpakio, a member of the LDEA’s Controlled Drugs and Substances Board and a leading anti-substance…

Monrovia-Opposition Congress for Democratic Change Senator  Nathaniel McGill,  is seeking clarification from the Unity Party-led government regarding financing of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s official visit to Türkiye. In a statement posted on his official social media page, the CDC Lawmaker who is the Senator of Margibi County questioned who is paying for the President’s trip and whether the aircraft being used has any connection to the Karpowership. He raised serious concerns saying, “Who is paying for the President’s trip to Turkey-Karpowership Energy or the Government of Liberia? Why is the President traveling on a Karpowership private jet? Does Karpowership have…

Monrovia-President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has departed Liberia for a working visit to Istanbul, Republic of Türkiye, where he will hold a series of engagements aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and promoting investment opportunities for Liberia. A release signed by Presidential Press Secretary, Atty. Kula Fofana during the visit, President Boakai is expected to meet with his Turkish counterpart, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, to discuss matters of mutual interest and explore avenues for enhanced cooperation between Liberia and Türkiye. The release said the bilateral discussions will focus on expanding collaboration in key sectors, including trade and investment, infrastructure, healthcare, education,…

-Says Amb. Yin Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, Yin Chengwu says China stands ready to work with UNICEF and other international partners to support Liberia in achieving the sustainable development goals and its ARREST Agenda. He made the statement Friday, July 3, when he attended the launch ceremony of the “Enhancing Child Nutrition in Liberia’s First 1,000 Days Through Health and Nutrition Services” Project. The project receives support from the China Global Development and South-South Cooperation Fund and will be implemented by the UNICEF Representative Office in Liberia. Ambassador Yin stated that this project is not only a positive action by…

Monrovia-The Liberian National Police has charged suspects linked to the 19 million dollar drug case. The LNP charged Paul J. King, the Operations Manager of Global Logistics Services (GLS), and also charged company multiple charges, including unlicensed exportation, transportation, possession and illicit trafficking of controlled substances, as well as criminal conspiracy under Liberia’s Amended Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of 2023 and the Revised Penal Code. Also, the LNP charged in absentia Michael U.S. Browne, also known as Rahim or Raheem Bah, the person investigators have identified as the alleged organizer of the shipment and operator of a bogus institution…

Bong- Some 110 young people drowned from 22 high schools in Bong County are set to benefit from a two-month free Digital literacy and ICT skills training. The Program runs from July to August and is initiated by the Education advocate and founder of the Liberia Student-led Chemistry Symposium Initiative, Adam Jarto Kallon. At the launch and orientation program Saturday , July 4,2026, Mr. Kallon said the initiative was developed in response to the growing need for practical digital skills among young people in Liberia. He acknowledged the fact that many students have limited access to quality Information Communication Technology…

An image by New Narratives that shows garbage By Fiona Benson Kollie The House of Representatives is said to be very worried about the increasing wave of waste and has pushed that body to establish a specialized committee to develop recommendations aimed at addressing the country’s growing waste management challenges. The decision follows a communication from Representative James Kolleh, who expressed concerns over poor sanitation in market places and the increasing waste management problems confronting Monrovia and Paynesville. Representations from the Monrovia City Corporation (MCC), John-Charuk Siafa, Mayor Robert Bestman of Paynesville City Corporation (PCC) and Liberia Marketing Association (LMA)…

Flag of Sinoe County …NSC Releases Activities’ Calendar  By: Jonathan O. Grigsby, Snr, – Contributor Writer Residents from Sinoe County across Liberia, including those in the Diaspora are gearing up for the County’s July 9, and Homecoming Celebration 2026. Before the 1980 political change in Liberia, the people of Sinoe County annually observed July 9 as that County’s Founding Day, commemorating the arrival of the early settlers at the mouth of the Sinoe River from the State of Mississippi, United States of America, on July 9, 1838. This historic observance remains a symbol of that county’s rich heritage, unity, and…

Partial Views of Doe Community Bushrod Island By Jonathan O. Grigsby, Snr. Contributor Writer Monrovia-Now lights will definitely be over the heads of residents of several communities on the Bushrod Island in Monrovia, as they go about their positive night activities, even when they are sleeping. This is because the Liberian Government with support from the World Bank, on Wednesday, 1 July 2026, officially commissioned a 1. 169, 416 million United States Dollar Solar Street Lights. The communities include Logan Town, Jamaica Road, Doe Community, Clara Town, Banjor Community and Momo Town, and the initiative targeted six hundred and fifty…

Paynesville- Former Liberian President George Manneh Weah has sent a Congratulatory Message to President Donald J. Trump Government and People of the United States on the occasion marking the 250th Independence Anniversary of the United States of America on July 4, 2026. In his message addressed to President Trump, Former President Weah stated: “I have the great pleasure to extend warm felicitations to you, and through you, to the Government and friendly People of the United States of America, on the exceptional occasion of the 250th Independence Anniversary of your Great Country”. The former Liberian leader in his message wished…