Gossip Liberia

As Liberia continues investigating its largest-ever cocaine seizure valued at US$317 million, conflicting public statements about a 2021 trip to Spain have added a new layer of controversy. Contradictory accounts from key figures, including President Joseph Boakai’s son, Joseph Boakai Jr. (JoJo), and businessman Ibrahima Touré, are fueling public demands for an independent, transparent investigation into whether any connections exist between those involved and the ongoing drug probe.

MTN Ghana’s warning that changing a SIM card will no longer erase Mobile Money loan debt has ignited debate across Africa. By linking MoMo accounts to national identification, the telecom giant is tightening accountability, but the move is also raising questions about privacy, consumer rights, and the future of digital lending.