38 h. ago Maryland County Education Office Launches Comprehensive Audit of Local Schools

By Christian Appleton Harper, Maryland County – In an unprecedented move to fortify accountability and transparency within its education system, the Maryland County Education Office has initiated a comprehensive audit of all 179 functional schools across the county. This landmark undertaking, spearheaded by County Education Officer (CEO) Larry Nimely, marks the first full-scale audit of […] The post Maryland County Education Office Launches Comprehensive Audit of Local Schools appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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4 d. ago Maryland Vocational Training Institute Relocation Sparks Outrage in Gedetarbo 

Gedetarbo, Maryland County, Liberia – A dispute over the planned relocation of the Maryland Vocational Training Institute (MVTI) is fueling significant tension in Gedetarbo and Pleebo towns. Community leaders, residents, and youth groups are vehemently opposing what they claim is a politically motivated attempt to move the institute from its originally designated site. In 2023, […] The post Maryland Vocational Training Institute Relocation Sparks Outrage in Gedetarbo  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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6 d. ago Liberia: NBC Launches Comprehensive Compliance Review of MOPP and CRC Operations in Maryland County

PLEEBO, Maryland County – The National Bureau of Concessions (NBC) has launched a compliance review of two of Liberia’s largest agribusiness concessionaires operating in Maryland County — the Maryland Oil Palm Plantation (MOPP) and Cavalla Rubber Corporation (CRC).  By: Peter P. Toe, Jr, Contributing Writer  A high-level team of monitoring and evaluation compliance officers from [...] The post Liberia: NBC Launches Comprehensive Compliance Review of MOPP and CRC Operations in Maryland County appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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6 d. ago NBC Launches Major Compliance Review of Maryland County Concessions 

Pleebo, Maryland County – June 9, 2025 – The National Bureau of Concessions (NBC) has initiated a comprehensive compliance and impact assessment of two significant concessionaires operating in Maryland County: Maryland Oil Palm Plantation (MOPP) and Cavalla Rubber Corporation (CRC). Over the weekend, a team of Monitoring and Evaluation compliance officers, led by NBC Director […] The post NBC Launches Major Compliance Review of Maryland County Concessions  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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7 d. ago Koufa Consortium, AMEU launches Liberia’s first Preparatory Testing Center 

By Lewis S. Teh Monrovia, Liberia, June 8, 2025: A Liberian-owned Koufa Consortium, in collaboration with African Methodist Episcopal University (AMEU), boosts the education sector of Liberia by the launch of the first premier comprehensive preparatory training programs and testing centers for ACCA, CIA, CFE, and IPSAS exams, setting a new benchmark for professional development … The post Koufa Consortium, AMEU launches Liberia’s first Preparatory Testing Center  appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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1 week ago Liberia: LDEA Completes Specialized Training for 28 Officers in Maryland County

Harper, Maryland County – The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has concluded a week-long in-service training for 28 officers assigned to its Maryland County detachment. By: Peter P. Toe, Jr., contributing writer The training was aimed at strengthening their capacity to combat drug-related crimes in the region. The training, which took place from May 25 [...] The post Liberia: LDEA Completes Specialized Training for 28 Officers in Maryland County appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago GVL Driver Allegedly Steals 10,000 Gallons of Palm Oil, Abandons Truck in Botched Transfer Attempt

By Christian Appleton Weah Village, Maryland County, Liberia – June 3, 2025 – In a brazen act of alleged industrial theft, a driver employed by Golden Veroleum Liberia (GVL) reportedly diverted a company tanker truck carrying a massive 10,000-gallon load of palm oil, attempting to transfer the valuable contents to another vehicle before fleeing the […] The post GVL Driver Allegedly Steals 10,000 Gallons of Palm Oil, Abandons Truck in Botched Transfer Attempt appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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2 w. ago Pastor Arrested in Maryland County Over Toddler’s Death in Abandoned Septic Pit 

Maryland County, Liberia – May 25, 2025 – A 49-year-old pastor, Rev. Lemeo G. Ivy, has been arrested and charged with negligent homicide following the tragic drowning of a two-year-old child in an abandoned septic tank pit on Saturday morning, May 24. The incident occurred in the New Harper Community, Jacksonville Township, Maryland County. According […] The post Pastor Arrested in Maryland County Over Toddler’s Death in Abandoned Septic Pit  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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2 w. ago Liberia: Pastor Arrested Over Toddler’s Death in Uncovered Septic Pit

HARPER, Maryland County – Police in Harper have arrested Rev. Lemeo G. Ivy, a 49-year-old Methodist pastor, in connection with the death of a two-year-old child who drowned after falling into an uncovered septic pit. By: Peter P. Toe, Jr., contributing writer The incident occurred on the morning of Saturday, May 24, in the New Harper [...] The post Liberia: Pastor Arrested Over Toddler’s Death in Uncovered Septic Pit appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 w. ago Liberia: Government Begins Compliance Probe of MOPP and CRC in Maryland

MARYLAND COUNTY – The Government of Liberia, through the National Bureau of Concessions (NBC), has launched a full compliance monitoring exercise targeting two major concessionaires in Maryland County. By: Peter P. Toe, Jr. They are the Maryland Oil Palm Plantation (MOPP) and the Cavalla Rubber Corporation (CRC). The week-long evaluation, scheduled for June 1–7, 2025, follows [...] The post Liberia: Government Begins Compliance Probe of MOPP and CRC in Maryland appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago Pleebo Superintendent Denies Divisive Remarks Amidst mounting Calls for Removal

By Christian Appleton Pleebo, Maryland County – A firestorm of controversy has engulfed Maryland County as Hon. Aloysius Williams, the Statutory Superintendent of Pleebo Sodoken District, vehemently denies making divisive comments regarding the distribution of County Development Funds (CDF). These alleged remarks have ignited widespread outrage and intensified demands for his immediate removal, further complicated […] The post Pleebo Superintendent Denies Divisive Remarks Amidst mounting Calls for Removal appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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3 w. ago Dr. Bhofal Chambers Donates L$5 Million to Sustain Scholarship Program in Pleebo

Pleebo, Maryland County – Dr. Bhofal Chambers, former District #2 Representative and Speaker of Liberia’s 54th Legislature, has made a significant donation of L$5 million to his long-running scholarship program, underscoring his enduring commitment to education in Pleebo Sodoken District. The substantial funding, distributed through his scholarship committee in Pleebo, is intended to cover outstanding […] The post Dr. Bhofal Chambers Donates L$5 Million to Sustain Scholarship Program in Pleebo appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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3 w. ago Liberia: Embattled Pleebo Superintendent Denies Controversial Remarks About Barrobo District

PLEEBO, Maryland County – The embattled Statutory Superintendent of Pleebo, Hon. Aloysius Williams, has denied making controversial remarks that have sparked public outrage and heightened calls for his removal. By: Peter P. Toe, Jr. The controversy stems from a County Development Funds (CDF) explanation session held at the Pleebo City Hall on Thursday, May 15, during [...] The post Liberia: Embattled Pleebo Superintendent Denies Controversial Remarks About Barrobo District appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Events

3 w. ago Dorbor Bedell Foundation Unveils Ambitious Revitalization Projects for Harper, Maryland County 

Harper, Maryland County | May 22, 2025 – In a significant display of dedication to his roots, Mr. Dorbor Bedell, Chief Executive Officer of the Dorbor Bedell Foundation and a proud native of Rock Town, Harper, Maryland County, has announced a series of impactful community development initiatives aimed at restoring vital public infrastructure in his […] The post Dorbor Bedell Foundation Unveils Ambitious Revitalization Projects for Harper, Maryland County  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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3 w. ago Liberia Eyes Digital Overhaul of Education System Following Global Conference in China

Wuhan, China – Liberia has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming its education system through technology following active participation in the 2025 World Digital Education Conference held in Wuhan, China. By Yaway Jaivey, yawah.jaivery@frontpageafricaonline.com The high-level international forum, which ran from May 14 to 17 in Hubei Province, brought together more than 600 delegates including government officials, [...] The post Liberia Eyes Digital Overhaul of Education System Following Global Conference in China appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago Liberia: Massive Palm Oil Spill as Tanker Overturns on Harper

HARPER, Maryland County – More than 500,000 gallons of red palm oil were lost Tuesday morning when a tanker belonging to the Maryland Oil Palm Plantation (MOPP) overturned along the Harper-Pleebo Highway. By Peter P. Toe, Jr., contributing writer The tanker was reportedly heading to the Port of Harper when the crash occurred. Witnesses say the [...] The post Liberia: Massive Palm Oil Spill as Tanker Overturns on Harper-Pleebo Highway appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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3 w. ago Plan International Donates 20 Motorbikes to Boost Rural Health Services in Maryland County 

By Christian Appleton Harper, Maryland County – May 21, 2025 — In a significant enhancement to rural health service delivery, Plan International Liberia on Tuesday donated 20 brand new Yamaha motorbikes to the Maryland County Health Team. This contribution aims to improve accessibility and monitoring of healthcare in remote areas. The official handover ceremony took […] The post Plan International Donates 20 Motorbikes to Boost Rural Health Services in Maryland County  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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