MOVEE accuses the government of failing to protect democracy
The Opposition Movement for Economic Empowerment (MOVEE) has strongly criticized the ruling Unity Party (UP) government for failing to uphold democracy in Liberia during the past year.
In response to President Joseph Nyumah Boakai's second...
Court Convicts ‘Original Japan’ and Associates in Landmark Drug Trafficking Case
In a landmark ruling, George Obi, also known as “Original Japan,” and three of his associates were sentenced to prison by the First Judicial Circuit Criminal Court, in a significant drug trafficking case that...
Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s funding pause from taking effect
President Donald Trump's rapid reshaping of the federal government continues with executive orders and action from his acting agency heads.
Federal departments faced a 5 p.m. deadline Tuesday to cease spending on any financial assistance programs, according...
Justices of the Supreme Court of Liberia boycott President Boakai’s annual address without providing...
The justices were absent during President Joseph Boakai's second State of the Nation Address, which commenced at 4:00 PM on Monday, January 27, 2025. This was an unexpected development.
According to Article 58 of the...
United States suspends foreign Aid affecting USAID, others
The US State Department has issued a halt to nearly all existing foreign assistance and paused new aid, according to an internal memo sent to officials and US embassies abroad.
The leaked notice follows President...
Police cite 7 lawmakers over Liberia’s capitol building incident
The House of Representatives received an official letter from the Liberia National Police (LNP) requesting the attendance of several members of the house who have been designated as "persons of interest" regarding last year’s...
China executes man for car rampage that killed dozens
China has executed a man found guilty of killing at least 35 people in a car attack in November, in what is thought to be the deadliest attack in the country for a decade.
Fan...
Arson Suspect Thomas Etheridge makes a court appearance despite allegations of inhumane treatment
Thomas Etheridge, the main suspect in the alleged arson attack on Liberia’s Capitol Building, appeared before the Monrovia City Court on Monday. This appearance was mandated by the Supreme Court, requiring his presentation by...
Aggrieved NEC workers express gratitude to President Boakai for suspending Davidetta Browne Lansanah
Workers of the National Election Commission (NEC) have expressed profound suspend the Commission Chairperson Madam Davidetta Brown Lansana. The move, hailed by the aggrieved staff as a “bold and decisive” step, comes after months...
LBS Workers Condemn Director General Fahngon’s Leadership Style, Issue 72-Hour Ultimatum
In a rather strong press statement, workers at the Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS) have voiced their concerns regarding what they describe as the “autocratic rule” of Director General Eugene L. Fahngon.
They have accused Mr....
