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Monrovia -The Liberia National Police (LNP) confirms that it has formally received a forensic examination report from the Rwanda Forensic Institute in connection with the sexual abuse case involving Mr. Peter Bon Jallah, which is currently before a court of competent jurisdiction. ‎‎The forensic examination was undertaken at the request of the LNP as part of established investigative procedures and in accordance with internationally recognized standards for forensic cooperation. ‎‎In keeping with due process, the report has been formally transmitted to the appropriate prosecutorial and judicial authorities for consideration within the legal framework. ‎‎Recognizing that the matter is sub judice,…

Monrovia -‎The Government of Liberia has officially broken ground for the construction of a modern Ministry of Justice Complex near the Executive Mansion, Capitol Hill, Monrovia. ‎‎The project marks a significant step toward strengthening public institutions and improving service delivery across the justice and security sectors. ‎‎Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Thursday, January 29, 2026, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to investing in state institutions that reflect the dignity, sovereignty, and authority of the Liberian state. ‎‎ He assured stakeholders that the government will provide full support to ensure the project is completed as planned.‎‎ President…

‎Abuja -H.E. Mrs Damtien TCHINTCHIBIDJA, Vice-President of the ECOWAS Commission, held a preparatory coordination meeting in Abuja on Thursday, 29 January 2026, to advance preparations for the Regional Summit on Integration and Investment, tentatively scheduled for April 2026. ‎Convened to align institutional roles, timelines and modalities, the meeting forms part of efforts to reposition ECOWAS’ economic integration agenda through enhanced regional collaboration and investment. ‎Proposed by H.E. Julius Maada Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone and Chairman of the Authority of ECOWAS Heads of State and Government, the Summit will bring together governments, business leaders, investors and development…

Monrovia -‎‎The Liberian Senate has unanimously confirmed the nomination of Mr. J. Cyrus Saygbe Sr. as Director General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA).‎ According to a release from NaFAA, all 23 Senators voted in favor of the confirmation, with no votes against and no abstentions, reflecting strong legislative support for Mr. Saygbe’s leadership. ‎Mr. Saygbe appeared before the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries on Monday, January 19, 2026, at the Capitol Building, where he presented his vision for strengthening governance, sustainability, and economic growth within Liberia’s fisheries and aquaculture sector.‎ Senators praised his technical competence,…

‎By: Emmanuel Kerkulah ‎‎ The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MGCSP) has commenced regional consultations toward the development of Liberia’s new National Gender Policy (NGP) for 2026–2036. The multi-stakeholder engagement is taking place in Gbarnga, Bong County.‎‎ The consultation forms part of a nationwide process aimed at gathering inputs from key stakeholders to shape a policy framework that is inclusive, responsive, and aligned with Liberia’s national development priorities.‎‎ Speaking at the opening of the consultation in Gbarnga, Mr. Curtis V. Dorley, Deputy Minister for Research, Policy and Planning at the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, traced…

‎— TO SUPPORT REFUGEES, DISPLACED PERSONS AND VULNERABLE PEOPLE IN TOGO ‎In line with its Vision 2050, the ECOWAS Commission, through its Directorate of Humanitarian and Social Affairs has allocated US$719,733 in humanitarian aid to Togo in 2024 to support refugees, internally displaced persons, asylum seekers, returnees and host communities.‎‎ The official cheque presentation took place on Monday, 26 January 2026, by H.E. Ms Deweh Emily, ECOWAS Resident Representative in Togo, and Dr Sintiki TARFA-UGBE, Director of Humanitarian and Social Affairs at ECOWAS, to the Togolese Minister in charge of Security and Civil Protection, represented by Commissioner Hodabalo-Pitemnèwèa KADJA, and…

— On Transitional Justice Principles & Accountability MONROVIA- Today marks the end of a two-day specialized workshop to strengthen the capacity of Liberian lawyers on transitional justice and accountability for past crimes. The training has started on 28 January in Monrovia organized jointly by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), the Liberian National Bar Association (LNBA), the Association of Female Lawyers of Liberia (AFELL) and the Organization for Women and Children (ORWOCH).‎ The establishment of the War and Economic Crimes Court (WECC) and the National Anti- Corruption Court (NACC) moves forward, it is essential…

‎—TURNS OVER SPECIAL AGRO-PROCESSING SITE TO CONTRACTOR IN BASSA Buchanan – The Liberia Special Economic Zones Authority (LSEZA) has officially turned over the Special Agro-Processing Zone (SAPZ) project site in Grand Bassa County to the contractor, HM & A, marking a major milestone in the Government of Liberia’s agro-industrial development agenda.‎‎ Under the African Development Bank (AfDB)-funded contract, HM & A will carry out site clearing, fencing, creation of access for power transmission lines, and construction of a 4.7-kilometer access road leading to the proposed agro-industrial park.‎‎ The project, expected to last for 18 months, covers over 210 hectares of land…

Arsenal became the first side to win all eight matches in the Champions League league phase as the Gunners secured top spot with a 3-2 win over Kazakhstan’s Kairat Almaty on Wednesday.‎‎Mikel Arteta’s men were already assured of a place in the last 16 and have also guaranteed they will have home advantage in the second leg of the knockout stages as long as they progress.‎‎Tournament debutants Kairat finished bottom of the 36-team table with just one point from their eight matches and were never going to be a match for the Premier League leaders.‎‎Arteta could afford the luxury of…

Monrovia -The Liberia National Police (LNP) today held a turnover ceremony where it received a comprehensive peace support operations training curriculum from Retired Police Commissioner Crowd Chirenje of Zimbabwe, a seasoned policing expert with over 44 years of service in United Nations and African Union missions. Commissioner Chirenje praised the Inspector General of Police and the LNP leadership for their cooperation and support, noting that their professionalism made his work in Liberia smooth and effective. He explained that the traditional concept of “peacekeeping” is evolving into “peace support operations,” reflecting the complexity of modern conflicts where peace must often be…