9 h. ago Liberia: NEC Chairperson Reports Peaceful Start to Nimba County Senatorial By

Sanniquellie — The Chairperson of the National Elections Commission (NEC) has announced a peaceful and orderly start to the ongoing Senatorial By-election in Nimba County, with voting officially underway across all precincts. By Selma Lomax selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com Speaking at a press briefing held at the Sanniquellie City Hall on Tuesday, April 22, NEC Chairperson Davidetta Browne Lansanah said [...] The post Liberia: NEC Chairperson Reports Peaceful Start to Nimba County Senatorial By-Election appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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10 h. ago EPA Executive Director Dr. Yarkpawolo Delivers Opening Address at Global Webinar on Climate Education

(Monrovia, Liberia – April 21, 2025)– Liberia’s commitment to climate education and environmental leadership took center stage today as Dr. Emmanuel Urey Yarkpawolo, Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia, delivered the opening remarks at an international webinar hosted by the University of Liberia. The virtual event, organized through the University’s National […] The post EPA Executive Director Dr. Yarkpawolo Delivers Opening Address at Global Webinar on Climate Education appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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11 h. ago Tragedy Strikes Tuobo Gbaweleken as Storm Claims Life of a Woman 

Tuobo Gbaweleken, River Gee County – A sudden and violent storm that ripped through Tuobo Gbaweleken on April 19, 2025, has left the community in mourning after claiming the life of Marie Doboyou, a cherished resident believed to be in her early 40s. Eyewitnesses recounted the harrowing moments when powerful winds unexpectedly intensified, uprooting a […] The post Tragedy Strikes Tuobo Gbaweleken as Storm Claims Life of a Woman  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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11 h. ago Francis: Epitome of Simplicity and Friend of the Poor, Undaunted by Controversy

By Paul Ejime The passing of Pope Francis, aged 88, on Easter Monday (21 April 2025) has ended a 12-year papacy marked by humility and simplicity. Less than 28 hours earlier, the ailing pontiff, nicknamed “Slum Bishop” in his native country, Argentina, struggled to bless a crowd gathered at the Vatican to celebrate Easter Sunday […] The post Francis: Epitome of Simplicity and Friend of the Poor, Undaunted by Controversy appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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11 h. ago President Boakai Departs for Accra to Attend ECOWAS 50th Anniversary Summit

Executive Mansion, Monrovia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., will depart the country today, April 21, 2025, to participate in the 50th Anniversary celebrations of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), being held in Accra, Ghana. President Boakai’s participation in this milestone summit highlights Liberia’s steadfast commitment to regional unity, peace, democratic governance, […] The post President Boakai Departs for Accra to Attend ECOWAS 50th Anniversary Summit appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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13 h. ago Stakeholders unite to empower women in agriculture at National Policy Dialogue

Stakeholders from across Liberia’s agriculture and development sectors gathered in Monrovia on Monday, April 14, 2024, for a One-day Inclusive Gender Policy Dialogue on Agriculture. The forum emerged with a strong consensus and a set of actionable resolutions directed at the Ministry of Agriculture to mainstream gender and ensure that women are empowered across all … The post Stakeholders unite to empower women in agriculture at National Policy Dialogue appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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17 h. ago Liberia: Bishop Kortu Brown Urges Supreme Court to Clarify Bill of Information to Resolve House Impasse

Brewerville – As Liberia continues to navigate a growing constitutional dilemma within its legislative branch, Bishop Kortu K. Brown has added his voice to calls for judicial clarity, urging the Supreme Court to issue a definitive and comprehensible ruling in the high-profile House of Representatives leadership dispute. By Obediah Johnson | obediah.johnson@frontpageafricaonline.com The prominent Liberian clergyman and [...] The post Liberia: Bishop Kortu Brown Urges Supreme Court to Clarify Bill of Information to Resolve House Impasse appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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17 h. ago Liberia: ANC Raises Alarm Over NEC Contractor Replacements Ahead of Nimba By

Monrovia – The Alternative National Congress (ANC) has raised alarm over what it calls a politically driven and last-minute replacement of vetted National Elections Commission (NEC) contractors in Nimba County, just hours before the scheduled senatorial by-election. By Selma Lomax selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com In a statement issued on Monday, the ANC said individuals who had already undergone NEC [...] The post Liberia: ANC Raises Alarm Over NEC Contractor Replacements Ahead of Nimba By-Election appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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17 h. ago Liberia: Whistleblower Accuses LCU President of Ghost Workers, Illegal Payments, and Book Scheme—President Denies Allegations

Monrovia – The President of Lofa County University, Dr. Isaac P. Podah, is at the center of serious corruption allegations involving ghost employees, questionable hiring practices, and a controversial book sale scheme that critics say exploits struggling students. By Willie N. Tokpah, willie.tokpah@frontpageafricaonline.com Documents obtained by FrontPageAfrica, along with a formal complaint filed with the Liberia Anti-Corruption [...] The post Liberia: Whistleblower Accuses LCU President of Ghost Workers, Illegal Payments, and Book Scheme—President Denies Allegations appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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17 h. ago Liberia: ‘A Shepherd Of Peace’ – Former Deputy Foreign Minister Elias Shoniyin Pays Tribute to Pope Francis

Today, the world is draped in solemn silence as we mourn the passing of a moral titan, a shepherd of peace, and a fierce defender of the forgotten, His Holiness Pope Francis. His departure marks not just the end of a papacy, but the closing of a profoundly transformative chapter in the history of the [...] The post Liberia: ‘A Shepherd Of Peace’ – Former Deputy Foreign Minister Elias Shoniyin Pays Tribute to Pope Francis appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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17 h. ago Liberia: TARJ Forum Champions Agenda 2063, Honors Liberians for Outstanding Contributions to Africa’s Development

Monrovia, Liberia – In a passionate call for unity, sustainability, and African-led development, Ambassador Rossette Aliu, Founder and CEO of The African Regional Journal (TARJ Forum and Trade Fair), reaffirmed the forum’s commitment to the African Union’s Agenda 2063. Alongside development partners like the Global African Village Care Alliance (GAVCA), she is urging citizens, leaders, [...] The post Liberia: TARJ Forum Champions Agenda 2063, Honors Liberians for Outstanding Contributions to Africa’s Development appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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17 h. ago IWPG Global Region 5 Champions Women’s Peace Education at UN CSW69

New York – The International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) Global Region 5, led by Regional Director Sujin Park, took center stage at the 69th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), advancing efforts to expand Women’s Peace Education through high-level diplomatic engagements and international collaboration. During the CSW69 session, IWPG [...] The post IWPG Global Region 5 Champions Women’s Peace Education at UN CSW69 appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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17 h. ago Liberia: National Beverage, Inc. Denounces ‘Misleading’ Reports, Warns Against Propaganda, and Threatens Legal Action

Gardnersville, Montserrado County – The Management of National Beverage, Inc., producer of Diamond Mineral Water has rejected and strongly condemned recent “misleading” media reports circulating on various social media platforms, particularly Facebook. These reports reference a clandestinely recorded video, captured years ago by unknown individuals within the company’s premises. The management in a press release [...] The post Liberia: National Beverage, Inc. Denounces ‘Misleading’ Reports, Warns Against Propaganda, and Threatens Legal Action appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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17 h. ago Liberia: EPS Director Sues Former Minister for $2 Million Over “Gun Photo” Allegation, Nagbe Rejects Lawsuit

Monrovia – Sam Gaye, the Director of the Executive Protection Service (EPS), has filed a defamation lawsuit against former Information Minister Eugene Lenn Nagbe, seeking US$2 million in damages.  By Willie N. Tokpah The legal action, filed at the Sixth Judicial Circuit, Civil Law Court in Monrovia, follows comments Nagbe made during a March 31 [...] The post Liberia: EPS Director Sues Former Minister for $2 Million Over “Gun Photo” Allegation, Nagbe Rejects Lawsuit appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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18 h. ago Liberia to Host National IP Policy Conference Ahead of World Intellectual Property Day

Monrovia – The Liberia Intellectual Property Office (LIPO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, will host a high-level national policy conference on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, as part of activities leading up to the global celebration of World Intellectual Property Day on April 26. By Francis G. Boayue The conference, themed “The [...] The post Liberia to Host National IP Policy Conference Ahead of World Intellectual Property Day appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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18 h. ago Liberia: New Initiative Expands Employment Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities in Liberia’s National Cadet Program

Monrovia – A new partnership between the Office of the Second Lady of the Republic of Liberia and the National Cadet Program is set to promote greater inclusion of persons with disabilities in the workforce.  By: Patience M. Jones, contributing writer The collaboration, facilitated by the Group of 77, aims to enhance opportunities for disabled [...] The post Liberia: New Initiative Expands Employment Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities in Liberia’s National Cadet Program appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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18 h. ago Liberia: Kailondo Refutes Claims of Favoritism in Congo Town Demolition Exercise

Monrovia – Prominent Liberian businessman George Kailondo has denied allegations that his building along Tubman Boulevard in Congo Town was spared during recent demolition exercises due to political connections or campaign support for the ruling Unity Party. By Jaheim T. Tumu | jaheim.tumu@frontpageafricaline.com Kailondo described the claims as baseless and “garbage,” stating that the decision not to [...] The post Liberia: Kailondo Refutes Claims of Favoritism in Congo Town Demolition Exercise appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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18 h. ago Liberia: ECC, LEON, and WANEP Deploy Over 100 Observers for Nimba County Senatorial By

GANTA, NIMBA COUNTY — As Nimba County prepares for its Senatorial by-election on April 22, 2025, the Elections Coordinating Committee (ECC), the Liberia Election Observation Network (LEON), and the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP-Liberia) have jointly deployed over 100 trained observers across the county to monitor the election process. The by-election, triggered by the [...] The post Liberia: ECC, LEON, and WANEP Deploy Over 100 Observers for Nimba County Senatorial By-Election – Urge Voters to Vote Peacefully appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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18 h. ago Liberia: Stakeholders Unite to Empower Women in Agriculture at National Policy Dialogue

Stakeholders from across Liberia’s agriculture and development sectors who gathered in Monrovia on Monday, April 14, 2025   for a One-day Inclusive Gender Policy Dialogue on Agriculture   emerged from the forum with a strong consensus and a set of actionable resolutions directed at the Ministry of Agriculture   to mainstream gender and ensure that women are empowered [...] The post Liberia: Stakeholders Unite to Empower Women in Agriculture at National Policy Dialogue appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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18 h. ago Liberia: FC Fassell, Determine Girls Clinch LFA First Division and Women’s League Titles

MONROVIA – FC Fassell and Determine Girls have been crowned champions of Liberia’s First Division and Women’s Upper League, respectively, capping off dominant seasons for both clubs under the ownership of Anthony Cassell Kouh. By: Christopher C. Walker | christopherc.walker@frontpageafricaonline.com FC Fassell sealed the men’s championship on April 10, 2025, with a 4-2 victory over Invincible [...] The post Liberia: FC Fassell, Determine Girls Clinch LFA First Division and Women’s League Titles appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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