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Monrovia -Murvee Gray, Assistant Minister for Sports and a member of the Executive Committee of the Liberia Football Association (LFA), has publicly declared his support for incumbent LFA President Mustapha I. Raji, who is seeking a third term in elections scheduled for April 2026.‎‎ Speaking at a news conference recently in Paynesville, Gray said his endorsement of Raji is based on personal loyalty, citing financial and moral support he received from the LFA president during his own campaign for an Executive Committee seat.‎‎ Gray, who represents the Academicals constituency, which oversees varsity and interschool sports, said he feels morally obligated…

𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐦𝐚, 𝐋𝐨𝐟𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 — Lofa County University (LCU) was the focus of a high-level engagement on Wednesday during the Lofa County tour of the Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Hon. Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan. ‎The indoor program brought together university leadership, faculty, and students to assess progress, discuss remaining challenges, and reaffirm the importance of education to Liberia’s national development. ‎LCU President and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Isaac P. Podah, outlined the institution’s transformation from years of weak infrastructure, limited amenities, salary disparities, and largely theoretical academic programs into a more functional and expanding university. ‎He highlighted key achievements, including…

‎The Minister of Youth and Sports, Cllr. Jeror  Cole Bangalu has described the preliminary and quarterfinal stages of the 2025/2026 National County Sports Meet. Minister Cole Bangalu said it is as excellent and successful, attributing these achievements to strong security measures, strict adherence to the rule of law, and key improvements in sports infrastructure.‎‎ Speaking recently in Monrovia, Minister Bangalu commended the coordinated efforts of the national security forces, noting that their professionalism and visibility have greatly enhanced safety at match venues nationwide. He said these measures have ensured order before, during, and after matches, creating a secure environment for…

‎— As IG Coleman Reaffirms One China Policy‎ ‎The government of the People Republic of China has turnover huge consignments to the government of Liberia through the Liberia National Police (LNP)‎. In his remarks, Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, YIN Chenwu said the donation was the result of the conversation between Presidents Joseph Nyumah Boakai of Liberia and XI Jinping of the People’s Republic of China. ‎Items donated included 1,500 uniform shirts, 1,500 uniform trousers, 1000 pairs of leather shoes, 1,500 pics of police hats, police boots 500.‎Other items are 500 pics of under-shirts, raincoats, 1,500, motorcycles received are 90 new…

‎An all-media engagement with the Communications Section of the National Elections Commission of Liberia (NEC-Liberia) has been held with journalists participating in the ongoing Media-Security Conference in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County.‎‎ The engagement formed part of efforts to further strengthen collaboration and trust among the NEC, the media, and security institutions, following a successful review of the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Elections.‎‎ This session marks the conclusion of the Buchanan Media-Security Conference, implemented under the UNDP-Liberia Electoral Support Project.‎‎ The final phase of the Media-Security Conference series is scheduled to take place next week in Ganta, Nimba County.

— Over Alleged Interference in Marriage ‎By Melvin Jackson‎ Monrovia– A Liberian woman, Madam Cecelia Koon, has filed a lawsuit against Madam MacDella Cooper, the Political Advisor to President Joseph Boakai, accusing her of unlawfully interfering in her marriage. ‎‎ Madam Koon is seeking US$3.5 million in general damages for emotional and psychological trauma.‎‎ The lawsuit, filed through the Kailondo & Associates Law Firm, alleges that Cooper intentionally disrupted the plaintiff’s marital relationship.‎‎ Brought under Liberia’s Domestic Relations Law—specifically Chapter 13, Subsections 13.1 to 13.3—the complaint claims the defendant is liable for emotional distress, anxiety, public humiliation, and loss of…

— ‎Sen. Brown Clears Doubts As Saah Takes Over Senate Director Of Press Post Senate Committee Chair on Rules, Order and Administration, J. Gbleh-bo Brown of Maryland County has cleared the doubts of a handpicked Press Director of that body.‎ His clarification came when some members of the Senate Press Department called on the Senate Leadership to first give recruitment opportunities to staff who are within, prepared and not going outside looking for “outsiders.”‎ But speaking at the turning over ceremony of the director of Press of the Liberian Senate, Senator Brown said selection for the director was a tense…

‎— To Strengthen Women’s Football Development‎ Bushrod Queens Football Club has officially reached an agreement to acquire Sporting Galaxy Academy in a strategic move aimed at strengthening grassroots and elite women’s football development.‎‎ As part of the agreement, female players of Sporting Galaxy Academy will be fully merged into Bushrod Queens II and the Bushrod Sports Academy, creating a unified pathway for talent identification, growth, and progression within the club’s structure.‎‎ In a major boost to the academy setup, Coach Emmanuel Shannon (Official) has also joined the Bushrod Sports Academy as Head Coach of the Female Academy Team, bringing experience,…

— ECOWAS Speaks On Recent Developments In Venezuela ‎The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says it has followed with concern recent developments in the Bolivarian Republic‎of Venezuela.‎ The Community said while it recognizes the right of states to fight international crimes, including terrorism and drug trafficking, ECOWAS remind the international community about their obligation to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of each other, as enshrined in international law, especially article 2 (4) of the United Nations Charter.‎ ECOWAS said in a statement that it fully aligns itself with the statement the African Union issued on 3 January…

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr., has officially nominated Mr. J. Cyrus Saygbe, Sr. as the Director General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA) a release from the Executive Manson says.‎‎ Mr.Saygbe has been serving in an acting capacity since May 2025, following the suspension of Ms. Emma Glasco.‎ In his acting role, he has overseen key initiatives aimed at strengthening Liberia’s fisheries and aquaculture sector, promoting sustainable practices, and enhancing regulatory compliance. ‎‎Announcing the nomination, President Boakai expressed the confidence that Mr. Saygbe’s leadership and experience will further consolidate the gains made in the sector, enhance productivity, and…