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‎— Meets LEGISPOOL & PUL for Possible Collaboration By Perry B. Zordyu Monrovia —House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon on Thursday held a conciliatory meeting with the Legislative Press Pool (LEGISPOOL) and the Press Union of Liberia (PUL), days after issuing a public apology in the House Chambers for remarks perceived as threatening toward journalists.‎‎ The high level engagement brought together LEGISPOOL President Emmanuel T. J. Kollie, PUL President Julius Kanubah, House Press Director Ambassador Robert Haynes, and Speaker Koon’s Media Advisor, Vehzelee Sumo. The discussion centered on strengthening cooperation between the Legislature and accredited reporters assigned to the Capitol.‎‎ Speaker…

‎By Perry B. Zordyu ‎‎ The Chief Executive at the Liberian National Red Cross Society has outlined five key pillars that the government should prioritize and institutionalize in the fight against disaster.‎‎ Mr. Gregory Blamoh said if the government institutionalized the Anticipatory Actions before any given crisis of disaster, it will build and strengthen agencies involved to move faster, and work more effectively. ‎‎Speaking during a one day forum on National Stakeholder Dialogue on Anticipatory Actions for Disaster in Liberia Friday at the Mamba Point Hotel in Monrovia, LNRCS Chief Executive noted that strengthening forecasting and early warning systems investment…

‎— CB Dunbar Administrator Urges Graduates‎ ‎By: Emmanuel Kerkulah ‎‎ Gbarnga -The United Bong County Association in the Americas (UBCAA), a conglomeration of Bongese residing in the United States has sent out 180 young boys and girls in computer literacy programs. ‎‎Taking place at the Gbarnga Multipurpose Women’s Center in Gbarnga City on Thursday, November 27, 2025, the milestone graduation marks the 6th Cohort since the establishment of the institution and brought together stakeholders, permanent citizens, the media as well as family members to celebrate the achievement of the graduates.‎‎ With an advanced certificate in the Computer Training Program, the…

‎The Center for National Documents and Records Agency (CNDRA), commonly known as the National Archives, has officially broken ground for the construction of a new employees’ cafeteria at its 12th Street compound. ‎‎ The initiative is being spearheaded by the Employees Movement for Transparency, Advocacy and Development (CEMTAD), a political group participating in the agency’s upcoming workers’ elections scheduled for December.‎‎ The cafeteria project is a story building that will host other offices for employees and the Agency in general.‎‎According to organizers, the project carries the theme “Let Us Build Together Our Own” and is estimated to cost approximately $17,000…

‎— As Justice Kebede Acknowledged Liberia’s Participation Addis Ababa -Liberia’s Chief Justice, Yarmie Gbeisay, is in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia as part of the Liberian Supreme Court’s effort to formalize its membership in the Conference of Constitutional Jurisdictions of Africa (CCJA). ‎‎ Posting on his official Facebook page, Chief Justice Yarmie Gbeisay said his visit marks a significant step in strengthening Liberia’s engagement with continental judicial bodies committed to promoting constitutional governance, rule of law, and human rights across Africa.‎‎ Chief Justice Gbeisay was officially pinned by His Honor Tewodros Mihret Kebede, the Chief Justice of Ethiopia. Justice Kebede, welcomed Liberia’s…

‎— As NLA Opens Nat’l Feeding Weeks with Disabled Communities ‎By Wise Wesseh ‎‎ The National Lottery Authority (NLA) has commenced what they describe as a ‘National Feeding Day’ for people living with disabilities.‎‎ The significant gesture to struggling people living with disabilities comes ahead of the mouthwatering Christmas season, a time of sharing and showing love.‎‎ Director-General of the NLA, Peter L. Solo assures the Authority’s commitments to promoting the welfare of vulnerable citizens across the country.‎‎ Set to kick off in Grand Cape Mount County this weekend, NLA Boss Solo said the Christmas charity will be given to the disabled,…

Monrovia -President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has constituted an Ad Hoc Committee to spearhead the process of filling the vacant position of Vice Executive Chairperson at the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC). ‎‎ The decision is in keeping with Section 6.10 of the Amended LACC Act of 2022, which outlines the procedures for recruiting and recommending candidates for this key leadership role. ‎‎The Committee will be chaired by the President’s Legal Advisor, Cllr. Bushuben M. Keita, and will include one representative each from the General Auditing Commission (GAC), the Governance Commission (GC), Liberia Bar Association (LBA), the Press Union of Liberia (PUL),…

Women Solidarity Incorporated (WOSI), a national women-focused NGO and civil society organization in Liberia, on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, launched the findings of its review survey and documentary on the 2019 Anti-FGM Law Advocacy Project. ‎‎ The event took place at the Fadez Building in the Neezoe Community, Monrovia.‎ and brought together a cross-section of national stakeholders, including traditional and religious leaders, state actors, civil society and human rights advocates, women’s groups, and students many of whom praised the initiative as a vital step in addressing harmful traditional practices.‎‎ Speaking at the launch, WOSI Executive Officer, Madam Grace T. Kollie,…

BUCHANAN —The Bassa Detachment of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has arrested a 61 year-old Michael Wallace, a well-known taxi driver in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County. ‎‎ Michael Wallace was apprehended with one plate of cocaine weighing 1kg and valued at USD 54,000, along with 19 compressed parcels of marijuana weighing 12.7kg and valued at USD 1,270, found onboard his taxi marked TX 11686.‎‎ Speaking to reporters following the arrest, Special Agent Grade 2 Frederick T. Theo, Commander of the Grand Bassa County LDEA, explained that Mr. Wallace was taken into custody at 5:19 PM on Wednesday, November 26,…

‎In a move aimed at strengthening accountability and workplace transparency, the Senate has introduced a biometric sign-in and sign-out system for its staffers. ‎‎ This new system, as revealed by President Pro-Tempore Senator Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence alongside Senator J. Gbleh-bo Brown, chair on Rules Order and Administration, is part of the ongoing reforms within the Senate under Senator Karnga-Lawrence’s leadership. ‎‎The system was launched on Thursday, November 27, 2025, as part of the broader efforts to modernize the Senate’s operations. Accordingly, the biometric system will enable staffers to register their attendance using facial recognition or fingerprint technology, replacing traditional manual methods.‎‎…