6 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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15 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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16 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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69 h. ago Ministry of Mines and Energy Cracks Down on Illegal Mining, Arrests Five Chinese Nationals in Rivercess County

Cheo Town, Rivercess County – In a significant move to enforce mining regulations, the Ministry of Mines and Energy, in collaboration with state security agencies, has apprehended five Chinese nationals for their involvement in unlawful mining activities in Cheo Town, Rivercess County. Following their arrest, the suspects were formally transferred to the Ministry of Justice […] The post Ministry of Mines and Energy Cracks Down on Illegal Mining, Arrests Five Chinese Nationals in Rivercess County appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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4 d. ago Liberia ArcelorMittal Launches Liagbala Vegetable Project to Empower Local Communities

LIAGBALA, Nimba County — ArcelorMittal Liberia has inaugurated the Liagbala Vegetable Project, a six‑month agricultural initiative designed to bolster food security, generate income and foster long‑term sustainability in a community of 224 subsistence farmers. Developed under the company’s Biodiversity and Conservation Program in partnership with the Rural Integrated Centre for Community Empowerment (RICCE), the project [...] The post Liberia ArcelorMittal Launches Liagbala Vegetable Project to Empower Local Communities appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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6 d. ago NEC Provides Training for Journalists and Security ahead of Bi

Monrovia, Liberia; April 16, 2025: The National Elections Commission has conducted regional training for 150 journalists and security personnel covering the senatorial by-election in Nimba County with support from UNDP Liberia Electoral Support Project (LESP) and its partners, including the European Union, Sweden, and Irish Aid. The Journalists participated in a three-day workshop on Investigative […] The post NEC Provides Training for Journalists and Security ahead of Bi-election in Nimba appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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6 d. ago Liberian Journalist Reflects on the Future in Birthday Message Ahead of 2029: Using the past to inform the presence and prepare for the future

As I said earlier, my message will be strange. Strange because it is not a birthday related message but a message intended to help Liberians look at the democratic future of their country. This is especially so when we all are struggling to make a decision that would sustain the gains made beyond 2029. By [...] The post Liberian Journalist Reflects on the Future in Birthday Message Ahead of 2029: Using the past to inform the presence and prepare for the future appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 d. ago Liberia: LNP Deputy Chief Kulee Varfley Denies Bribery Allegation, Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Journalist

Monrovia – Deputy Chief of Organized Crime at the Liberia National Police (LNP), Kulee Christopher Varfley, has strongly denied allegations that he accepted a $1,600 bribe to aid the escape of a suspect in a vehicle theft case involving the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NAFAA). By Selma Lomax selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com The accusation was published by Golden TV [...] The post Liberia: LNP Deputy Chief Kulee Varfley Denies Bribery Allegation, Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Journalist appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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7 d. ago Liberia: “Prophet Key” Detained for Alleged Submission of Fraudulent Documents to NEC

Monrovia – Political commentator and talk show host Justine Oldpa Yeahzeahn, popularly known as “Prophet Key”, has been detained at the Liberia National Police (LNP) headquarters for allegedly submitting fraudulent documents to the National Elections Commission (NEC). By Selma Lomax selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com Police sources confirmed that “Prophet Key” is currently being held for 48 hours pending investigation and [...] The post Liberia: “Prophet Key” Detained for Alleged Submission of Fraudulent Documents to NEC appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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8 d. ago ArcelorMittal Liberia Empowers Next Generation with 236 New Skilled Artisans

Buchanan, Grand Bassa County – April 14, 2025 – A wave of optimism and opportunity is sweeping through ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) as 236 young Liberians celebrate the successful completion of the AML Training Academy program, marking their transition into full-time employment as skilled artisans. This significant achievement underscores AML’s unwavering commitment to investing in local […] The post ArcelorMittal Liberia Empowers Next Generation with 236 New Skilled Artisans appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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8 d. ago Liberia: “Prophet Key” to Face Police Interrogation Over Alleged False Credentials

Monrovia – Popular social media personality Nayaborqua Oldpa Yeazeahn, widely known as “New Zoe Prophet Key,” has been summoned by the Liberia National Police (LNP) for questioning in connection with alleged fraudulent documents submitted to the National Elections Commission (NEC). By Willie N. Tokpah, willie.tokpah@frontpageafricaonline.com According to a credible LNP source, Prophet Key is scheduled [...] The post Liberia: “Prophet Key” to Face Police Interrogation Over Alleged False Credentials appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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8 d. ago Liberia: “The Older Generation of Liberians is Too Hateful and Selfish – Bishop Kortu Brown Tells Students in Rural Montserrado

Brewerville – The current generation of Liberian leaders has been described as “hateful and selfish,” rendering them incapable of transforming the country. This candid assessment was made by Bishop Kortu K. Brown, pastor of the New Water in the Desert Assembly, during a one-day training and awareness workshop on Forgiveness Education held at the Mother [...] The post Liberia: “The Older Generation of Liberians is Too Hateful and Selfish – Bishop Kortu Brown Tells Students in Rural Montserrado appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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8 d. ago Liberia: Weah’s Former Aide Sekou Kalasco Damaro Accuses Boakai of Hypocrisy Over Claims of No Political Persecution

Monrovia – Former President George Manneh Weah’s aide Sekou Kalasco Damaro, has taken aim at President Joseph Boakai, accusing him of gross hypocrisy and insincerity over recent remarks claiming that his administration has not engaged in political persecution or used state security to suppress dissent. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh, gerald.koinyeneh@frontpageafricaonline.com President Boakai, while speaking at [...] The post Liberia: Weah’s Former Aide Sekou Kalasco Damaro Accuses Boakai of Hypocrisy Over Claims of No Political Persecution appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago RAL Unites Community, Police and others in Fighting Crimes in Grand Bassa

Rescue Alternatives Liberia (RAL) has provided intensive training as part of efforts in building a cohesive relationship among law enforcement agencies and communities in Grand Bassa County. The over forty (40) participants of the training included community members, women, youth, police officers, judicial workers, journalists, and it was aimed at preventing crimes and other unwholesome […] The post RAL Unites Community, Police and others in Fighting Crimes in Grand Bassa appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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1 week ago UNDP and Liberia National Police Forge Stronger Alliance for Reform and Security

In a significant stride toward strengthening national security and driving institutional reform, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Liberia National Police (LNP) have reinforced their strategic partnership. This commitment was highlighted during a high-level meeting held today, Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the LNP Headquarters in Monrovia, bringing together UNDP Resident Representative Mr. […] The post UNDP and Liberia National Police Forge Stronger Alliance for Reform and Security appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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1 week ago LWSC Secures 1,670 New Pipelines to Overhaul Monrovia’s Water Supply System

Kruah Thompson Monrovia, April 8, 2025: The Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation (LWSC) with funding from the World Bank, has acquired 1,670 pieces of 40-inch pipelines along with essential accessories to replace the aging 36-inch pipeline system that has long served as the backbone of Monrovia’s main water supply network. The announcement was made Tuesday … The post LWSC Secures 1,670 New Pipelines to Overhaul Monrovia’s Water Supply System appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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1 week ago Liberia: COCOO Training Institute Graduates 24 Health Professionals at 12th Convocation

PLEEBO, Maryland – The COCOO Training Institute of Professional Studies celebrated the graduation of 24 students during its 12th Convocation Ceremony on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the First Baptist Church in Pleebo City, Maryland County. By: Peter P. Toe, Jr., contributing writer The event was attended by dignitaries, faculty members, students, and local government [...] The post Liberia: COCOO Training Institute Graduates 24 Health Professionals at 12th Convocation appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 w. ago Standard Security Agency Launches Recruitment Training in Gola Konneh, Generating Local Enthusiasm for Job Creation

Gondor Town, Gola Konneh District, Grand Cape Mount County – Monday, April 7, 2025 – The first phase of the Standard Security Agency’s recruitment training program officially commenced today, Monday, April 7, 2025, in Gondor Town, Gola Konneh District, Grand Cape Mount County, Western Liberia. A press release from the security firm stated that this […] The post Standard Security Agency Launches Recruitment Training in Gola Konneh, Generating Local Enthusiasm for Job Creation appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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2 w. ago Arise from Ashes Concludes Successful Mentorship Training for Smallholder Farmers in Agroecology 

By Christian Appleton   Harper City, Maryland County—Arise from Ashes (AFA), an environmental and agricultural advocacy organization, recently concluded a successful two-day intensive Mentorship Training for Smallholder Farmers on the Principles and Application of agroecology. The training, which took place at Cape Palmas High School Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET), was aimed at equipping agriculture […] The post Arise from Ashes Concludes Successful Mentorship Training for Smallholder Farmers in Agroecology  appeared first on Global News Network Liberia .

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2 w. ago From Zero to Heroes: ArcelorMittal Liberia employs more than 230 Young Liberians into Mining Workforce

Yekepa, Nimba County – ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) has formally welcomed 236 young Liberians into its workforce, marking a new chapter in the company’s local empowerment and industrial growth strategy. The new hires—comprising 128 graduates of the ArcelorMittal Liberia Training Academy and 108 Process Operator Learners—were recognized for completing rigorous training programs, qualifying them to take … The post From Zero to Heroes: ArcelorMittal Liberia employs more than 230 Young Liberians into Mining Workforce appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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