Contextualizing Liberia’s Rubber Export Policy and Mobile Money Fee Hike
Monrovia, Liberia – A recent social media post has sparked debate over the implementation of export restrictions on unprocessed rubber and the Central Bank of Liberia’s (CBL) latest move to raise mobile money withdrawal fees to 2%. The post by political commentator Moriah Yeakula-Korkpor highlights the policy pattern of successive Liberian governments regarding rubber exports while raising concern over a...
Liberians Lift Nation in Prayer at ELWA Junction
Monrovia, Liberia – In the early hours of Wednesday morning, a powerful wave of faith swept through the ELWA Junction as hundreds of Liberians, mostly young people, gathered in unity to pray for the future of their nation. The spontaneous yet organized national prayer gathering brought together citizens from various churches and Christian denominations who knelt on the dusty grounds...
Rape Suspect Allegedly Triggers Crash, Killing All Onboard
Nimba County, Liberia – A tragic motorbike accident in Loyee Town, Nimba County has claimed the lives of four individuals under shocking circumstances, following an alleged escape attempt by a rape suspect who was being transported by police. Contrary to initial reports, four people were on the motorbike at the time of the crash. These included a handcuffed rape suspect,...
From Monrovia to the World: CIC Drops “Local Champion” Album Like a Musical Bombshell
CIC Declares Himself “Local Champion” as He Drops 15-Track Album of Pure Fire! A Musical Feast from the King of Kolopo, Straight Outta Monrovia to the World Get ready to turn up your volume and clear your playlists — Cralor Boi CIC just dropped the most anticipated album of the decade, and it’s coming in hot with 15 unstoppable tracks....
Boakai’s Bong County Visit Sparks Backlash Over Water Projects
Critics Question President’s Development Priorities as Social Media Reacts to Convoy Controversy Bong County, Liberia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s recent visit to Bong County has stirred mixed reactions among citizens, as critics question the administration’s development focus and handling of public movement during presidential travels. The president’s July 19 visit, which included serving as Commencement Speaker at the Bong County...
President Addressed the Wrong Sign Instead of the True Message of the July 17 Protest.
Thousands flood Monrovia streets on July 17 in peaceful protest led by STAND, calling out corruption, police brutality, and failing services while President Boakai remains absent, drawing public outrage. After nearly four months of planning, July 17 marked a significant turning point in Liberia’s political atmosphere. Thousands of Liberians gathered in Monrovia to join a peaceful protest organized by the...
LACC Strikes Hard: Travel Bans Requested for Key Corruption Suspects
High-profile officials from LTA, LRRRC, NOCAL, and Gbarpolu face scrutiny as Liberia tightens the noose in sweeping anti-graft crackdown. Monrovia, Liberia – In a dramatic escalation of its anti-corruption efforts, the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has formally requested the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS) to impose immediate travel restrictions on several individuals under investigation for major financial misconduct. The move, part of...
Tensions Explode in Grand Gedeh as Yekeh and Butt Naked Trade Threats
Clash Over Parade Sparks Heated Confrontation Ahead of Doe’s Reburial Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County - A political showdown unfolded this week in southeastern Liberia as Representative Yekeh Kolubah and former warlord-turned-evangelist Joshua Milton Blahyi - better known as “General Butt Naked” - exchanged sharp threats and personal insults during a controversial visit to Zwedru. The confrontation was triggered by Kolubah’s high-profile...
Mass Exodus Shakes CDC in Nimba: 14 Top Officials Set to Resign, Shift Loyalty to Unity Party and MDR
“The People’s Party Is Crumbling”: Resignations Signal Growing Rift in Liberia’s Opposition Stronghold as Political Realignment Sweeps Nimba County In what is being described as a political earthquake in Liberia’s most strategic voting region, Nimba County, the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) is facing a mass resignation of some of its most influential leaders. A total of 14 top CDC...
Crusade or Crackdown? Boakai’s Anti-Corruption Drive Puts Former First Lady in Spotlight
As President Boakai intensifies probes into past governance, critics question the selective pursuit of justice and the political undertone of recent arrests. Monrovia, Liberia – A wave of corruption-related investigations and arrests has taken center stage in Liberia’s political landscape, with President Joseph N. Boakai’s administration making headlines for pursuing former officials of the George Weah-led government. Among the latest...
