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A Candid Reflection on the 2026 State of the Nation Address By Tiawan Saye Gongloe /Human Rights Advocate/Former Solicitor-General of Liberia/Former Cabinet Minister/Former President, Liberian National Bar Association/Assistant Professor of Law Introduction: Why This Candid Reflection Is Necessary Since the end of Liberia’s civil conflict, every government and every president has announced progress in various sectors, especially road connectivity. President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf rehabilitated most of the existing primary roads, broke ground for the pavement of the Monrovia–Lofa County road, and began the pavement of the Southeastern corridor. That work was continued under President George Manneh Weah and remains ongoing.…

‎– To Empower Women as Climate Ambassadors Buchanan -The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), through the Climate Information Systems (CIS) Project, has launched a three day training and validation program in Monrovia . The program aimed at empoweing women as Climate Ambassadors and members of Disaster Management Committees. ‎‎At the opening ceremony at K-Plaza Hotel, EPA Executive Director Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo noted that climate change is already disrupting lives and livelihoods across Liberia through flooding, coastal erosion, and unpredictable weather. He stressed that while women are often among the most affected, they are also central to building strong, resilient…

‎– Dismissed Case Involving LFA President Over Insufficient Evidence ‎Paynesville -The Paynesville Magisterial Court has formally dismissed the case involving the President of the Liberia Football Association Mr. Mustapha Raji, and the President of Jubilee FC, Mr. James Nimene.‎‎ According to the court, the case lacks legal magnitude and insufficient evidence to proceed with hearing in the matter.‎‎ The LFA has since acknowledged and respects the authority of the court and the judicial process that led to this lawful determination. ‎‎ The Liberia FA noted that the outcome reflects the conclusion reached by the court after due consideration of the…

‎By Myean D. Torgbean ‎‎The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) on Monday, January 26, 2026, held a high-level meeting with a delegation from the United States Embassy, including Ms. Christen Schill, a Visiting Technical Advisor from the International Anti-Corruption Coordination Centre (IACCC), to strengthen collaboration in the fight against corruption.‎‎ The meeting, held at the LACC’s headquarters in Monrovia, focused on enhancing cooperation in the investigation and prosecution of corruption cases, particularly those involving illicit financial flows and cross-border money movement.‎ Welcoming the delegation, LACC Executive Chairperson Cllr. Alexandra Kormah Zoe provided an overview of the Commission’s mandate, ongoing work, and…

Buchanan, Grand Bassa County —Grand Bassa County Superintendent, Karyou Johnson, alongside his Deputies, on Tuesday appeared at the Harlandsville Intellectual Forum in Buchanan where he highlighted several key accomplishments recorded under his administration since assuming office.‎‎ Superintendent Johnson used the platform to outline ongoing and completed development initiatives aimed at strengthening governance infrastructure and improving public services across the county. ‎‎ Among the major projects cited were the renovation of the Grand Bassa County Administrative Building and the reconditioning of the Superintendent’s Compound, both intended to enhance the working environment for public servants and improve service delivery.‎‎ He further named…

Monrovia—The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has officially confirmed that Liberia’s economy expanded by 5.1 percent in 2025, subsequent to the successful completion of discussions under the Third Review of Liberia’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) Arrangement.‎‎ An IMF staff team, led by Mr. Daehaeng Kim, visited Monrovia from January 7 to 20, 2026, and reached a staff-level agreement with the Government of Liberia concerning the third review of the nation’s economic reform program supported by the ECF. ‎‎ The ECF arrangement, which received approval from the IMF Executive Board on September 25, 2024, provides total access of SDR 155 million (approximately…

Monrovia — The Government of Liberia has signed a US$30 million loan agreement with the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) for the upgrading of the 50-kilometer Salayea–Konia Road in Lofa County.‎‎ The agreement, signed at the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP), also includes an additional US$700,000 grant from BADEA to support the improvement of health service delivery along the Gbarnga–Voinjama Road Corridor.‎‎ Finance and Development Planning Minister Hon. Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan signed for the country, while Mr. Abdellah El Bouchikhi, Head of Delegation of BADEA, signed for his institution.‎‎ Minister Ngafuan expressed happiness on behalf…

‎ The Liberian Senate has withdrawn a recently passed and widely publicized bill from the Office of the President after it had been submitted for signature, citing the need for further consultations and revisions.‎‎ The withdrawal affects two legislative instruments, including the Act to amending Chapter VI of the Public Authorities Law Creating the National Port Authority and the Seaport Decentralization and Modernization Bill. ‎‎In a formal communication to the President, the Senate said it had earlier worked on the bill following a presidential veto and at the request of the Executive, but has now resolved to recall the instruments…

‎By Jacob Gardea ‎‎ Buchanan, Grand Bassa -Grand Bassa County Police Detachment has received three brand new traffic motorcycles from the national headquarters of the Liberia National Police (LNP). Accordingly, the three traffic motorcycles is aimed at enhancing law enforcement capabilities across the County.‎‎ The motorcycles were presented to County Superintendent Karyou Johnson by LNP’s Regional Commander, DCP Joshua During, for onward presentation to the Police. ‎‎Superintendent Johnson lauded President Joseph Boakai and Inspector General Gregory Coleman for their collaboration with the Chinese government in securing these vital resources for the police force. ‎‎ He emphasized that the introduction of…

By: Julius Konton Liberia has taken another major step toward strengthening public sector accountability and institutional efficiency, following the completion of a comprehensive civil service verification exercise covering the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism (MICAT) and the newly established Liberia National Tourism Authority (LNTA). The findings, officially presented by the Civil Service Agency (CSA), Director General Dr. Josiah F. Joekai Jr. confirm a verified workforce, expose skills and placement gaps, and mark a critical milestone in Liberia’s long-running post-conflict civil service reform agenda aimed at eliminating ghost workers, improving payroll integrity, and professionalizing state institutions. The verification exercise…