4 h. ago China Pledges Deeper Agricultural Cooperation as Liberia Pushes for Food Self

Ganta, Nimba County — China has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Liberia’s agricultural transformation, pledging deeper cooperation in farmer empowerment, mechanization, capacity building, and expanded access to international markets as Liberia seeks food self-sufficiency and economic growth. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh Speaking at the 2025 National Agriculture Fair on Friday, December 12, the Chinese Ambassador [...] The post China Pledges Deeper Agricultural Cooperation as Liberia Pushes for Food Self-Sufficiency appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Culture

4 d. ago Liberia: House Passes Ivanhoe/HPX, TotalEnergies and ‘Controversial’ Oranto Oil Deals – But Bility, Others Reject

CAPITOL HILL, Monrovia — The Liberian House of Representatives has approved a series of high-profile oil and mining agreements, including deals with Ivanhoe/HPX, TotalEnergies, and the controversial Oranto Oil, sparking criticism from some lawmakers who questioned the rationale and transparency behind the combined vote. By Emmanuel Weedee-Conway Representative Musa Hassan Bility of Nimba County, a vocal [...] The post Liberia: House Passes Ivanhoe/HPX, TotalEnergies and ‘Controversial’ Oranto Oil Deals – But Bility, Others Reject appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Politics

4 d. ago Nimba’s Rep. Taa Wongbe Demands Full Disclosure of Liberia–U.S. $176M Health Deal

Monrovia – Nimba County District #9 Representative Taa Wongbe is calling for full transparency and public disclosure of the US–Liberia US$176 million health agreement, warning that the deal presents potential risks to Liberia’s sovereignty, data security, and legal compliance if not thoroughly scrutinized. In a statement issued Wednesday, Rep. Wongbe welcomed the investment—comprising US$125 million [...] The post Nimba’s Rep. Taa Wongbe Demands Full Disclosure of Liberia–U.S. $176M Health Deal appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Economics

1 week ago Liberia: Dr. Moniba Calls on Lawmakers to Cut Legislature Budget by $4.6 Million

Monrovia- Dr. Clarence Moniba has called on the 55th Legislature to redirect millions of dollars from committee hearings, entertainment, and gift expenses toward science lab projects to advance the country’s human capital development. Moniba’s plea, which was contained in remarks at the Center for Intellectual Exchange (CEIO) on Dec. 4, comes as the drafted 2026 [...] The post Liberia: Dr. Moniba Calls on Lawmakers to Cut Legislature Budget by $4.6 Million appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Economics

1 week ago Liberia: Nimba Lawmaker Calls for Senatorial Review as US$363.9M Road Bill Faces Claims of Irregular Passage in House

Monrovia – The ongoing legislative scrutiny of a proposed US$363.9 million financial bill—intended to fund major road construction projects along Liberia’s western and northern corridors—has taken a dramatic turn, as Nimba County District #7 Representative Musa Hassan Bility has formally alerted the Liberian Senate to what he describes as serious constitutional and procedural breaches in [...] The post Liberia: Nimba Lawmaker Calls for Senatorial Review as US$363.9M Road Bill Faces Claims of Irregular Passage in House appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Society

2 w. ago Liberia: ‘Failed’ Unity Party Fundraising Dinner in Nimba Sends Shockwaves Among Partisans, Supporters Say Party Losing Touch

GANTA, Nimba County –  The Unity Party’s grand fundraising dinner in Ganta last week was supposed to be a triumphant reaffirmation of political strength in Nimba County but it ended up exposing a deepening rupture between the ruling establishment and the very constituency that delivered its historic victory less than a year ago. Organizers had [...] The post Liberia: ‘Failed’ Unity Party Fundraising Dinner in Nimba Sends Shockwaves Among Partisans, Supporters Say Party Losing Touch appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Events

2 w. ago Liberia: Two Men Mobbed to Death in Nimba County Over Pig Thefts as Mob Violence Escalates

GANTA, Nimba County – Police in Flumpa and Ganta have arrested several individuals between Blohn and Kpoapa Town along the Ganta-Saclepea Highway, following accusations related to pig theft that resulted in the brutal mob killing of two men. By Franklin Doloquee According to gathered reports, the two deceased men were residents of Blohn and Kpoapa [...] The post Liberia: Two Men Mobbed to Death in Nimba County Over Pig Thefts as Mob Violence Escalates appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Events

3 w. ago GOL, WASH Caucus, UNDP, and ACDP Boost Water and Community Development in Bong and Nimba Counties

By Naneka Hoffman The Government of Liberia, through the WASH Legislative Caucus, in partnership with UNDP and the Accelerated Community Development Programme (ACDP), is intensifying efforts to improve water access and community development in Bong and Nimba Counties. Speaking in Bong County, in continuation of the joint UNDP-Legislative assessment of ACDP ongoing and completed projects, … The post GOL, WASH Caucus, UNDP, and ACDP Boost Water and Community Development in Bong and Nimba Counties appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

Politics

4 w. ago Liberia: Rep. Wongbe Donates Medical Supplies to Health Facilities In Nimba District #9

GRAIE TOWNSHIP, Nimba County – Over the weekend, Representative Taa Z. Wongbe of Electoral District Nine in Nimba County donated approximately 212 cartons of medical drugs and other essential medical supplies to several health facilities within his district during a tour of various towns. By D. Franklin Doloquee This generous donation was procured from a Canadian  [...] The post Liberia: Rep. Wongbe Donates Medical Supplies to Health Facilities In Nimba District #9 appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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