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Vol.11 No.122 Wednesday JULY 21, 2021

Vol.11 No.122 Wednesday JULY 21, 2021Download...

Published on: 2021-07-23

Source: The New Dawn Liberia

Vol.11 No.121 Tuesday JULY 20, 2021

Vol.11 No.121 Tuesday JULY 20, 2021Download...

Published on: 2021-07-23

Source: The New Dawn Liberia

Vol.11 No.124 Friday JULY 23, 2021

Vol.11 No.124 Friday JULY 23, 2021Download...

Published on: 2021-07-23

Source: The New Dawn Liberia

MAM Convenes Migration, Human Trafficking Training For Journalists In Bong County

Society-Training-MAM MAM Convenes Migration, Human Trafficking Training For Journalists In Bong County By Fanta L. Keita MONROVIA, July 21 (LINA) – A four-day interactive training initiated by Migrant as Messengers (MAM) aimed at providing enlightenment for media practitioners on how […] The post MAM Convenes Migration, Human Trafficking Training For...

Published on: 2021-07-23

Source: Liberia News Agency

Liberia: Burial Tomb Eclipses Minister McGill’s Mother Funeral

MONROVIA – Citizens, partisans, officials of government, and other sympathizers who had gone to mourn along with the Minister of State for Presidential Affairs, Nathaniel McGill, has he lay his mother to rest on Thursday, stood in awe when they saw her burial tomb. It was amazingly spectacular. Ma Watta...

Published on: 2021-07-23

Source: FrontPageAfrica

Liberia: Alleged Murderer Freed from Police Custody, without Court Trial

Monrovia – A suspect, only identified as John Johnson, who allegedly killed his girlfriend a few weeks and was taken into police custody while awaiting trial, is now outside and walking as a free man, claimed the deceased relatives. According to the dead lady’s brother Amos K. Matadly, the alleged...

Published on: 2021-07-23

Source: FrontPageAfrica

Liberia: LACC Arrests NTA Managing Director, Mr. Harbie Macaulay, For Questioning After Workers’ Protest And Allegations Of Financial Impropriety

MONROVIA – The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) on Thursday picked up the Managing Director of the National Transit Authority (NTA) following allegations of financial impropriety by workers of the NTA who staged a protest on Wednesday in demand for four months’ salary arrears and called for his removal. Mr. Harbie...

Published on: 2021-07-23

Source: FrontPageAfrica

Liberia: Alexander Cummings Rallies Liberians to Unite, Build a New, Prosperous Nation In Special Independence Day Message

Monrovia – Top opposition leader Alexander Cummings says in spite of the enormous challenges grappling with Liberia owing to bad governance, Liberians can create a new future and build a prosperous nation. In a special independence day message on Tuesday, Mr. Cummings, who heads the Alternative National Congress (ANC) said...

Published on: 2021-07-23

Source: FrontPageAfrica

Liberia Maritime Authority Transitions from Rescue Mode to Recovery Mode As A Dozen of Niko Ivanka Passengers Feared Dead

MONROVIA – The Liberia Maritime Authority has announced that the lifeless bodies of three persons believed to be some of the missing persons from the vessel were found on the shores of Grand Cape Mount County (2 persons) and Marshall in Margibi County (1 person). The government authorities have moved...

Published on: 2021-07-23

Source: FrontPageAfrica

Liberia: PLP Rejects Donated Rice, Cash From President Weah’s Office

MONROVIA – The People’s Liberation Party (PLP) has officially rejected and returned the amount of L$100,000 and 50 bags of rice donated by President George Manneh Weah to the Coalition of Political Parties Women in Liberia (COPPWIL) for onward distribution to various political parties in the country for unspecified reasons....

Published on: 2021-07-23

Source: FrontPageAfrica

Cummings laments bad governance here

By Jonathan Browne Opposition politician Mr. Alexander B. Cummings laments that despite Liberia being endowed with an abundance of natural wealth, at 174 years, the country continues to beg for budgetary support, including from nations far less endowed than her, and whose public officials and legislators are paid way less...

Published on: 2021-07-23

Source: The New Dawn Liberia

Chief Medical Officer takes Covid awareness to Maryland

By Patrick N. Mensah, Maryland County Deputy Minister of Health and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Francis Kateh has urged citizens of Maryland County, Southeast Liberia to observe all health protocols prescribed by the Ministry and the National Public Health Institute of Liberia. He met with citizens and toured COVID-19 treatment...

Published on: 2021-07-23

Source: The New Dawn Liberia

Rep. Gray Calls For Support To Gov’t Public Relations, Propaganda Agenda

Society-Public Relations-Gray Rep. Gray Calls For Support To Gov’t Public Relations, Propaganda Agenda By Ibrahim A. Sherif MONROVIA, July 19 (LINA) –Montserrado County District #8 Representative, Acarous Moses Gray, has called for more support to the public relations and propaganda […] The post Rep. Gray Calls For Support To Gov’t...

Published on: 2021-07-21

Source: Liberia News Agency

11 Persons Rescued From Distressed Vessel Near Harper Port

Society-Rescue-Vessel 11 Persons Rescued From Distressed Vessel Near Harper Port By Ibrahim A. Sherif MONROVIA, July 18 (LINA) -The Liberia Maritime Authority (LiMA) in collaboration with the Liberia Coast Guard and other partners have rescued 11 members of the distressed […] The post 11 Persons Rescued From Distressed Vessel Near...

Published on: 2021-07-19

Source: Liberia News Agency

President Weah Sets Up Special Committee On Market Maintenance

Society-Markets-Committee President Weah Sets Up Special Committee On Market Maintenance MONROVIA, July 18 (LINA) – In consultation with local government authorities, the President Dr. George Manneh Weah, has appointed a Special Presidential Committee for the comprehensive cleanup exercise of all county capitals […] The post President Weah Sets Up Special Committee On...

Published on: 2021-07-19

Source: Liberia News Agency

Grand Gedeh Commerce Head Summons Rice Dealers Over Price Hike

Society – Commerce – Price Grand Gedeh Commerce Head Summons Rice Dealers Over Price Hike By Paul G Rancy, Southeastern Regional Supervisor ZWEDRU, July 14 (LINA) – The Senior Inspector for the Ministry of Commerce, Dede McClain, on July 14, […] The post Grand Gedeh Commerce Head Summons Rice Dealers...

Published on: 2021-07-15

Source: Liberia News Agency

Sen Dillon Confesses, Speaks Truth After Boldface Lies On Flight Ticket Upgrade

Society-Politics-Dillon Sen Dillon Confesses, Speaks Truth After Boldface Lies On Flight Ticket Upgrade By Wilfred S. Gortor MONROVIA, July 14 (LINA) – Abraham Darius Dillon, the self-proclaimed saint Senator of Montserrado County has apologized in a shameful style having committed […] The post Sen Dillon Confesses, Speaks Truth After Boldface...

Published on: 2021-07-14

Source: Liberia News Agency

Liberia to benefit $350 Million USD from IMF

MONROVIA, LIBERIA-Liberia is expected to receive three-hundred-fifty-Million United States Dollars, in critical support mobilized by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The money is part of a new Special Drawing Right allocation of six-hundred-fifty Billion USD backed by the IMF, to help low income countries. The money is expected to boost...

Published on: 2021-07-13

Source: Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS)

Education Ministry fines schools for violating COVID-19 Protocols

MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The Government of Liberia, through the Education Ministry, has heavily fined two schools in Montserrado County, for holding graduations in violation of the COVID-19 Protocols. The schools, with names undisclosed, are fined two- hundred-thousand Liberian Dollars each, to be paid by the end of July or risk permanent closure...

Published on: 2021-07-13

Source: Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS)

EBOLA Vaccine to be administered along Liberia-Guinea Border

MONROVIA, LIBERIA-Liberian Health workers, Security officers and support staffs working along the Liberia-Guinea border are about to take EBOLA vaccine. The measure is intended to protect them from being infected with the EBOLA virus, which has resurfaced in Neighboring Guinea. The disclosure was made Monday, July 12, 2021, by the...

Published on: 2021-07-13

Source: Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS)

For Squandering Vehicles Registration Fees: Transport Dismisses 4

By Precious D. FreemanThe Ministry of Transport (MoT) has with immediate effect dismissed four of its employees for squandering registration fees entrusted them by vehicle owners.Employees who were dismissed are; Adolphus Teddy Troh, Melvin Thompson, Christopher Zezah of the division of inspectorate and Ellen Nimely of the Division of Customers...

Published on: 2021-07-12

Source: The Inquirer Newspaper

For Stealing US$ 930,500: Kailondo Drags GT Bank To Court Today

By Grace Q. BryantThe, Criminal Court ‘C’ at the Temple of Justice has summoned the Guaranty Trust Bank (GT Bank) Liberia Limited today on crimes of Theft of Property and Criminal Conspiracy.Those to appear before the 1st Judicial Circuit Court in Monrovia are the Managing Director, Deputies, Operations Manager, Executive...

Published on: 2021-07-12

Source: The Inquirer Newspaper

Samukai Suffers Political Setback …As Chamber Justice Prohibits Certification

By Grace Q. BryantThe Justice-in-Chambers, Associate Justice Joseph Nagbe, has granted the Government of Liberia’s Writ of Prohibition disallowing the National Election Commission (NEC) to certificate Brownie Samukai as senator-elect of Lofa CountyIn his ruling, Justice Nagbe stated that the petition for the Writ of Prohibition being properly applied for...

Published on: 2021-07-12

Source: The Inquirer Newspaper

VP Taylor wants serious support to institutions training, mentoring young Liberian Girls

MONROVIA, LIBERIA-Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor has called for critical support to institutions providing training and mentorship for young Liberian girls. Madam Taylor said:” Over the years, institutions helping the Government of Liberia to provide training and empowerment for girls have last funding.” Madam Taylor was making specific reference to the...

Published on: 2021-07-12

Source: Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS)

Liberia Broadcasting System assures squatters on its property…..

PAYNEVILLE CITY, MONTSERRADO COUNTY, LIBERIA-The Management of the Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS) is assuring squatters on its transmitter site in Paynesville, Red Light, of no immediate plans to remove or demolish their structure. The structures under consideration for demolition are market stalls, due to the movement of marketers from the...

Published on: 2021-07-12

Source: Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS)

Gov’t Relocates Red-Light Market Today

The Ministries Public Works (MPW) and the Internal Affairs (MIA) in collaboration with the Monrovia and Paynesville City Corporation will today commence the relocation of the Red-light and Gorbachev Markets.However, the relocation process comes admits series of protests regarding the filthiness of the markets and blamed the PCC and LMA...

Published on: 2021-07-12

Source: The Inquirer Newspaper

Transitional Justice Commission should be free of political influence……..-Charles Coffey

MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The Press Union Liberia (PUL) says proposed establishment of the Transitional Justice Commission by the Liberian Senate should be void of political influence, discrimination and conflict of interest. The President of the PUL said the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) is a roadmap that would lead to the War...

Published on: 2021-07-11

Source: Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS)

Six officials of Nat’l Red Cross block from leaving Liberia

MONROVIA, LIBERIA-Six officials of the Liberia National Red Cross have been banned from leaving the Country by Criminal Court C, due to their alleged criminal act against the entity. Judge Peter Gbeneweleh on Friday, July 9, 2021, issued the ban for defendants Emmanuel Kparh, Fayiah Tamba, Sekou Kanata, Marwein Hands,...

Published on: 2021-07-09

Source: Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS)

Governance Commission discloses plan to use Biometric Voting System in future elections

MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The Officer–In–Charge at the Governance Commission says plans are being worked out for Liberia to begin using the biometric voting system in future elections. Commissioner Elizabeth Dorkin said that is why the Governance Commission is working closely along with relevant government institutions, to ensure that the biometric voting system...

Published on: 2021-07-09

Source: Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS)

Com. on Small Arms engages Lawmakers, others

MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The Liberia National Commission on Small Arms (LiNCSA) has begun engaging Lawmakers and civil society stakeholders on the speedy passage of the Proposed Draft Amendments to Domesticate Firearms Control Legislations. The draft amendment proposals seek to harmonize the two domestic firearm legislations with the global Arms Trade Treaty (ATT),...

Published on: 2021-07-09

Source: Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS)

Take interest in COVID-19 Vaccines-Dr. Doe

MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The Head of the Star Base Treatment Unit wants all Liberians take interest in the COVID-19 Vaccines. In an ELBC interview on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, Dr. Richard Doe, disclosed that the vaccines are meant to boost the immune system against the virus. He maintained that the vaccines reduce...

Published on: 2021-07-08

Source: Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS)

Bishop Donyen Gives Over L$3M To Marketers On Loan

The Bishop of the Independent Catholic of Liberia (ICCL), Nimely Jacbokly Donyen, has given L$3,901,000 in continuation of his micro loan to marketers in the Township of Johnsonville in District 2, Montserrado County and other areas,.The loan was apportioned in the following categories; marketers from the Kpelleh Town Junction Market,...

Published on: 2021-07-08

Source: The Inquirer Newspaper

For Lack Of Control Over Transport Fare: Calls Mound For Minister Wlue’s Dismissal

By Alex Yomah Commercial drivers including motorbikes and kehkehs are said to be using the covid-19 regulations to exploit the citizenry by their artificial hike in transport fares.Every time there is some crisis, commercial drivers take advantage of the situation and derive any price for passengers and since the surge...

Published on: 2021-07-08

Source: The Inquirer Newspaper

Will Cllr. Sherman Resign Too?

By Alex YomahThe United States Embassy’s condemnation regarding integrity in its leadership was not only directed at Nimba County’s Senator Prince Johnson instead it was also inclusive of Grand Cape Mount County Senator, Varney Gboto-Nambi Sherman.Cllr. Sherman is the chairperson on the Liberian Senate Judiciary, Claims, and Petitions Committee but...

Published on: 2021-07-08

Source: The Inquirer Newspaper

Cititrust Begins Operations In Liberia

A new banking institution known as Cititrust Saving and Loans Limited-Liberia is expected to bring total relief to the business community having begun full operations in the country.The new financing institution is said to have the lowest loan rate of 4 percent than any other banking institution as well as...

Published on: 2021-07-08

Source: The Inquirer Newspaper