12 h. ago Liberia’s citizen scientists celebrate the country’s biodiversity

On a rainy morning eight years ago, a group of nature enthusiasts woke up early on a Sunday morning to look for birds. The gathering, organised by the Society for the Conservation of Nature of Liberia (SCNL), was supported by the then-German ambassador’s wife. By Manon Verchot and Sanshey Biswas Since that day, at 6AM [...] The post Liberia’s citizen scientists celebrate the country’s biodiversity appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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69 h. ago Liberia: Opposition Blocs Demand Due Process, Decry “Political Weaponization” in Capitol Arson Case

Monrovia – Four of Liberia’s major opposition political parties—the Alternative National Congress (ANC), Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), Movement for Economic Empowerment (MOVEE), and the Citizens Movement for Change (CMC)—have issued a joint statement calling on the government to uphold due process and resist the political weaponization of the judiciary in the ongoing investigation into [...] The post Liberia: Opposition Blocs Demand Due Process, Decry “Political Weaponization” in Capitol Arson Case appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 d. ago Liberia: Former Speaker Koffa, Lawmakers Face Charges Over Capitol Fire Incident

MONROVIA – Former House Speaker Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa and several lawmakers are facing mounting legal scrutiny over the December 2024 fire that severely damaged parts of the Capitol Building. FrontPage Africa has learned that at least two members of the House of Representatives have now been formally charged, and others remain under active investigation. [...] The post Liberia: Former Speaker Koffa, Lawmakers Face Charges Over Capitol Fire Incident appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 d. ago NICOL Launches Pilot Health Insurance Program for Vulnerable Liberians

By Amos Harris Monrovia, Liberia – The National Insurance Corporation of Liberia (NICOL) has officially launched a groundbreaking pilot project aimed at providing Universal Health Coverage (UHC) to the nation’s most vulnerable citizens. This initiative marks a significant step towards ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all Liberians, irrespective of their economic status. Speaking at […] The post NICOL Launches Pilot Health Insurance Program for Vulnerable Liberians appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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4 d. ago Liberia: President Boakai Joins AML CEO Lakshmi Mittal To Dedicate country’s first $1.8 Billion iron ore concentrator, one of the largest in Africa

Timeline 2005: ArcelorMittal signs a 25-year MDA with the Liberian government, setting the stage for iron ore mining operations.  By Emmanuel Weedee-Conway, Emmanuel.weedee-conway@frontpageafricaonline.com  YEKEPA, Nimba County – President Joseph Boakai, and ArcelorMittal Executive Chairman, Mr. Lakshmi Mittal, on Thursday attended the inauguration of ArcelorMittal’s world-class concentrator. The state-of-the-art concentrator—one of the largest iron ore beneficiation plants in [...] The post Liberia: President Boakai Joins AML CEO Lakshmi Mittal To Dedicate country’s first $1.8 Billion iron ore concentrator, one of the largest in Africa appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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4 d. ago Liberia: LACC Summons Nine Lawmakers Over Bribery Allegations in Former Speaker Koffa’s Removal  

Monrovia – The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has summoned nine lawmakers to appear for questioning in connection with ongoing investigations into allegations of bribery linked to the removal of former House Speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa. By Yaway Jaivey In a communication addressed to House Speaker Richard N. Koon, the LACC requested that the lawmakers be [...] The post Liberia: LACC Summons Nine Lawmakers Over Bribery Allegations in Former Speaker Koffa’s Removal   appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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4 d. ago Liberia: Calls Mount for Suspension of Lofa County University President Amid Corruption Probe

Monrovia – The President of Lofa County University (LCU), Dr. Isaac P. Podah is facing mounting pressure to step aside as an investigation by the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) nears its conclusion. Students, whistleblowers, and civil society actors are demanding his immediate suspension, citing double standards and the need to preserve the integrity of the [...] The post Liberia: Calls Mount for Suspension of Lofa County University President Amid Corruption Probe appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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4 d. ago Liberia: House of Representatives Ratifies Global Treaty to Protect Marine Biodiversity

Monrovia – The House of Representatives has ratified the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdictions (BBNJ) Agreement.  By Yawah Jaivey, yawah.jaivey@frontpageafricaonline.com The decision was made during the House’s 7th Day Sitting of the 2nd Quarter of the 2nd Session, making Liberia one of the early countries to endorse the treaty, which was adopted in 2023 under the [...] The post Liberia: House of Representatives Ratifies Global Treaty to Protect Marine Biodiversity appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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4 d. ago Naymote to Host 12th Young Political Leadership School Africa in Monrovia

Naymote Partners for Democratic Development is set to host the 12th cohort of the Young Political Leadership School Africa (YPLS Africa) from June 9–13, 2025, at the Bella Casa Hotel in Monrovia. The five-day leadership development program, themed “Unlocking Africa’s Potential: Youth Leadership for Economic Development and Political Stability,” will bring together 120 emerging leaders […] The post Naymote to Host 12th Young Political Leadership School Africa in Monrovia appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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4 d. ago Liberia: Seven Lawmakers Summoned by Police Over Capitol Building Arson Investigation

Monrovia – The Liberia National Police (LNP) has summoned seven members of the House of Representatives for questioning in connection with the recent arson attack on the Capitol Building. By Selma Lomax selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com The lawmakers — Representatives Jonathan Fonati Koffa, Prescillia Cooper, Dixon Seboe, Marvin Cole, Jacob Debee, Frank Saah Foko, and Abu Kamara— are expected to [...] The post Liberia: Seven Lawmakers Summoned by Police Over Capitol Building Arson Investigation appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Liberia: ArcelorMittal’s Executive ChairmanLakshmi Mittal Arrives In Liberia to Commission Country’s First Iron Ore Concentrator 

NIMBA — ArcelorMittal Executive Chairman Lakshmi N. Mittal has arrived in Liberia ahead of the commissioning of the country’s first iron ore concentrator, a historic event scheduled for Thursday, June 5, in Yekepa, Nimba County.  By Selma Lomax selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com The ceremony, which will also be attended by President Joseph Boakai and other senior government officials, will [...] The post Liberia: ArcelorMittal’s Executive ChairmanLakshmi Mittal Arrives In Liberia to Commission Country’s First Iron Ore Concentrator  appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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5 d. ago Liberia: Senate Investigate LACE for Allegedly Spending OVER $US675,000 on Assessment Tour

Monrovia – The Liberian Senate has launched an investigation into the reported expenditure of US$675,000 by the Liberia Agency for Community Empowerment (LACE), which the agency says was used to assess legislative projects across Liberia’s 15 counties. By Obediah Johnson, obediah.johnson@frontpageafricaonline.com The probe was announced during plenary on Tuesday, June 3, and is being conducted [...] The post Liberia: Senate Investigate LACE for Allegedly Spending OVER $US675,000 on Assessment Tour appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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6 d. ago Liberia: Joint Security Cites Delays in Capitol Building Fire Probe, Vows to Prosecute All Involved Regardless of Political Ties

Monrovia – The Government of Liberia, through its Joint Security Council (JSC), has vowed to prosecute all individuals found culpable in the December 2024 fire that destroyed portions of the Capitol Building — regardless of their political connections — as pressure mounts over the delayed conclusion of the high-profile arson investigation. By Obediah Johnson, obediah.johnson@frontpageafricaonline.com The [...] The post Liberia: Joint Security Cites Delays in Capitol Building Fire Probe, Vows to Prosecute All Involved Regardless of Political Ties appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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6 d. ago Liberia: ArcelorMittal Liberia to Dedicate Modern Iron Ore Concentrator in Nimba; President Boakai, Chairman Mittal to Attend Ceremony

YEKEPA, Nimba County – ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), the country’s largest foreign investor and iron ore producer, will on Thursday, June 5, dedicate a cutting-edge iron ore concentrator in Yekepa, Nimba County. The ceremony will be attended by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and ArcelorMittal’s Executive Chairman, Mr. Lakshmi N. Mittal, in a momentous occasion for Liberia’s mining [...] The post Liberia: ArcelorMittal Liberia to Dedicate Modern Iron Ore Concentrator in Nimba; President Boakai, Chairman Mittal to Attend Ceremony appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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6 d. ago RICCE Program Manager Urges Passage of Oil Palm Development Bill to Empower Women and Communities

The Program Manager of the Rural Integrated Center for Community Empowerment (RICCE), Madam Renee N. Gibson, has called for the submission and passage of the draft National Oil Palm Development bill. Madam Gibson further emphasized that the bill has the potential to address crucial women and community issues across rural Liberia. Making remarks recently at […] The post RICCE Program Manager Urges Passage of Oil Palm Development Bill to Empower Women and Communities appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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6 d. ago Liberia: Government Investigates Lebanese Over Alleged Crimes

MONROVIA – Multiple government agencies are investigating a Lebanese businessman for allegedly committing forestry, financial, and immigration crimes.  The news comes after a DayLight investigation found that Moussa Abdul Karim, the owner of several companies, smuggled timber, evaded taxes, and declared multiple nationalities, winning a World Bank contract worth nearly half a million dollars. By Varney Kamara, [...] The post Liberia: Government Investigates Lebanese Over Alleged Crimes appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 d. ago Liberia: New Country Partnership Framework for Liberia Focuses On Building Foundations for More and Better Jobs

The World Bank Group (WBG)  has announced a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Liberia that supports more and better jobs by focusing selectively on four essential outcome areas: education; energy access; accountable and transparent governance; and private investment – with focus on agroindustry and forestry. The new Liberia CPF covers the Fiscal Years 2025 [...] The post Liberia: New Country Partnership Framework for Liberia Focuses On Building Foundations for More and Better Jobs appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 d. ago Liberia: Sinkor Riders Club Calls on Young Liberians to Join and Promote Cycling for Health and Competition

Monrovia – The President and Founder of the Sinkor Riders Cycling Club, Edmund Kloh, is calling on young Liberians between the ages of 15 and 25 who have a passion for cycling to register with the club and join its training program. A. Macaulay Sombai, Sombai.macaulaysombai@FrontPageAfricaonline.com-0777217428 Founded in 2021, Sinkor Riders (SR) is a cycling club committed [...] The post Liberia: Sinkor Riders Club Calls on Young Liberians to Join and Promote Cycling for Health and Competition appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 d. ago FIA Launches Major Corruption Probe Into Monrovia City Corporation

Monrovia, Liberia – The Financial Intelligence Agency (FIA) has initiated a comprehensive investigation into the Monrovia City Corporation (MCC) following credible intelligence of what it describes as “serious and widespread corruption” within the municipal entity. This far-reaching probe, disclosed by FIA Director Mohammed A. Nessaer in Monrovia, casts a shadow over the administration of Monrovia […] The post FIA Launches Major Corruption Probe Into Monrovia City Corporation appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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8 d. ago Liberia: Former TWP Standard Bearer Demands Legislative Probe into Presidential Aircraft Incident

Monrovia – Former Standard Bearer of the Grand True Whig Party (TWP), Eric Olson, is calling for a full-scale legislative investigation into the recent incident involving the presidential aircraft carrying President Joseph N. Boakai, describing it as a serious national security concern. The call follows confirmation from the Liberia Airport Authority that on Thursday, May 29, [...] The post Liberia: Former TWP Standard Bearer Demands Legislative Probe into Presidential Aircraft Incident appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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