4 h. ago Liberia: U.N. Chief Reaffirms Support for War Crimes Court Office; Urges Civil Society to Unite as Internal Rift Goes Public

Summary: By Anthony Stephens, senior justice correspondent with New Narratives Christine N. Umutoni, the United Nations resident coordinator in Liberia, reaffirmed the U.N.’s support for the Office of the War and Economic Crimes Court of Liberia at an event in Monrovia marking International Human Rights Day, as a dispute between the Office and a bloc of [...] The post Liberia: U.N. Chief Reaffirms Support for War Crimes Court Office; Urges Civil Society to Unite as Internal Rift Goes Public appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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26 h. ago From Farmgate to Checkout: Why a Stronger Liberian Dollar Still Buys Too Little

By A Boakai Namah II | Email: aboakainamahiigmail.com Liberia’s currency has strengthened; inflation has cooled. Yet prices at markets stay stubborn, and farmers still struggle to reach consumers directly. The invisible walls—between exchange‑rate headlines and grocery bills, and between rural producers and urban buyers—are the real economy’s bottlenecks. Currency Gains, Price Pains Recent forex data … The post From Farmgate to Checkout: Why a Stronger Liberian Dollar Still Buys Too Little appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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4 d. ago Liberia: U.S. Judge Orders Release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia Despite Trump Administration’s Plan to Deport Him to Liberia

A U.S. judge has ordered the immediate release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from immigration custody, after he was mistakenly deported and returned to the United States to face criminal charges. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh, gerald.koinyeneh@frontpageafricoanline.com U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis in Maryland ruled that since his return, Mr. Abrego Garcia had been re-detained “without lawful [...] The post Liberia: U.S. Judge Orders Release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia Despite Trump Administration’s Plan to Deport Him to Liberia appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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4 d. ago Liberia: ANC, CDC, CMC, MOVEE Decry Arson Attack on STAND; Accuse Government of Dangerous Silence

MONROVIA – Opposition political parties from across Liberia united on Thursday to condemn the pre-dawn arson attack on the headquarters of Solidarity and Trust for a New Day, known as STAND, describing it as a dangerous assault on civil liberties and a troubling signal of shrinking democratic space under the Boakai administration.  By Selma Lomax selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com  The [...] The post Liberia: ANC, CDC, CMC, MOVEE Decry Arson Attack on STAND; Accuse Government of Dangerous Silence appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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4 d. ago BEYOND Developments Reveals a New Vision for Purposeful Living on Dubai Islands with SIORA

A 2M sqft masterplan inspired by Japanese garden principles, crafted around balance, clarity, and the quiet rhythm of coastal life BEYOND Developments, the bold and design-led real estate developer shaping next-generation waterfront destinations in the UAE, today unveiled SIORA, its first beachfront masterplan on Dubai Islands and the company’s second large-scale community within a year. […] The post BEYOND Developments Reveals a New Vision for Purposeful Living on Dubai Islands with SIORA appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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8 d. ago Over Real Property dispute: Zena Estate’s administrator resigns 

By: Emmanuel Wise Jipoh  The administrator of Zena Estate, GSA, Anthony Cole, has resigned his post following constant disputes over the Zena Hill real estate property, GSA, Paynesville. Dozens of illegal land occupants have, over the years, rivaled the Zena family over legitimate claims to real estate property, something that has frequently led to a series … The post Over Real Property dispute: Zena Estate’s administrator resigns  appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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8 d. ago Liberia: After Dismissal, Ex–Asst. Minister Carlos Tingban Reaffirms Support for Boakai, Hails ‘Genuine Efforts’ at SUP’s 55th Anniversary

Monrovia – Carlos Tingban, former Chairman of the Student Unification Party (SUP) who was recently dismissed as Assistant Minister for Mines at the Ministry of Mines and Energy by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has publicly reaffirmed his unwavering support for the President and his administration. By Francis G. Boayue Delivering the keynote address over [...] The post Liberia: After Dismissal, Ex–Asst. Minister Carlos Tingban Reaffirms Support for Boakai, Hails ‘Genuine Efforts’ at SUP’s 55th Anniversary appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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8 d. ago Boakai Government Under Fire for ‘Misplaced Priorities’ Amid Crumbling Institutions

A storm of political controversy is sweeping across Liberia’s public discourse as U.S.-based Liberian youth advocate Tennie Jallah delivers one of the strongest criticisms yet against President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s leadership, accusing the administration of “governing in reverse” while demanding that young Liberians withdraw their energy from what he calls misplaced national priorities. By Julius [...] The post Boakai Government Under Fire for ‘Misplaced Priorities’ Amid Crumbling Institutions appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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8 d. ago Liberia: CDC Accuses Boakai Administration of Escalating “State Intimidation” After Police Block Party Headquarters Construction

Monrovia – The opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) has accused the Unity Party (UP)-led government of engaging in “state-sponsored intimidation,” alleging that officers of the Liberia National Police (LNP) barricaded the construction site of its new party headquarters on Friday, December 6, 2025. In a strongly worded statement issued by National Chairman Atty. Janga [...] The post Liberia: CDC Accuses Boakai Administration of Escalating “State Intimidation” After Police Block Party Headquarters Construction appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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9 d. ago Liberia: Witherspoon Admits False Narratives Tied Weah to Auditor Deaths, Missing Boys Case

Monrovia – In a revelation sending shockwaves through Liberia’s political and media landscape, U.S.-based Liberian broadcaster Stanton Witherspoon has openly admitted that he and several prominent political commentators deliberately fabricated and amplified false narratives linking former President George Manneh Weah to a series of high-profile deaths and disappearances during his administration. By: Julius Konton, contributing [...] The post Liberia: Witherspoon Admits False Narratives Tied Weah to Auditor Deaths, Missing Boys Case appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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9 d. ago Nagbe Defends Weah’s Wealth, Challenges Asset Recovery Team To Probe Foya Property

By Amos Harris Monrovia, Liberia – Eugene Lenn Nagbe, Chief of Office Staff to former President George M. Weah, has issued a forceful defense of the former leader’s wealth, rejecting allegations of unexplained enrichment and accusing critics of launching politically motivated attacks instead of pursuing formal investigations. Speaking on OK FM, Nagbe insisted that every […] The post Nagbe Defends Weah’s Wealth, Challenges Asset Recovery Team To Probe Foya Property appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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1 week ago Liberia: Ahead of UP Homecoming, Wilmot Paye Sounds Alarm: ‘The Real Threat Is Within’

Monrovia — Ahead of the Unity Party’s highly anticipated Homecoming Celebration scheduled for today Saturday, December 6, former National Secretary-General and Chairman of the Unity Party, Wilmot J. M. Paye, has released a fiery statement warning that the biggest dangers to the ruling party are not external opponents, but “enemies within.” By Gerald C. Koinyeneh [...] The post Liberia: Ahead of UP Homecoming, Wilmot Paye Sounds Alarm: ‘The Real Threat Is Within’ appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia: NICOL Acting MD Accused of Employing Four Staff Despite Board’s Moratorium on Recruitment

Monrovia – A FrontPage Africa ongoing investigation has uncovered a growing internal dispute at the National Insurance Corporation of Liberia (NICOL), where Acting Managing Director Abdullah S. Swaray is accused of approving the hiring of four individuals in defiance of a moratorium imposed by the Board of Directors. In a strongly worded warning letter dated November [...] The post Liberia: NICOL Acting MD Accused of Employing Four Staff Despite Board’s Moratorium on Recruitment appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia: Judge Willie Blocks Prosecution Witness’ Video, Audio Evidence, Ejects Technicians After Ruling on Disputed Statements in Capitol Arson Trial

Monrovia-The Capitol Arson trial took a dramatic twist on Wednesday, December 3, after Judge Roosevelt Z. Willie issued a decisive ruling on a series of objections surrounding defendants’ statements, then moved to block the use of a prosecution laptop and eject two technicians over concerns raised by the defense. By Willie N. Tokpah  Judge Willie [...] The post Liberia: Judge Willie Blocks Prosecution Witness’ Video, Audio Evidence, Ejects Technicians After Ruling on Disputed Statements in Capitol Arson Trial appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia: Ngafuan Hails World Bank Partnership as Bank Unveils “Five

Monrovia – Finance Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan has hailed the World Bank’s new Country Partnership Framework as a “five-year plan for Liberia,” declaring that the Bank’s alignment with President Boakai’s ARREST Agenda must translate into jobs, energy access, and real accountability for citizens. Speaking before development partners, cabinet colleagues, private-sector representatives, and World Bank Country [...] The post Liberia: Ngafuan Hails World Bank Partnership as Bank Unveils “Five-Year Plan” To Align With ARREST Agenda appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago Liberia: Securing Ancestral Lands: LLA Launches Boundary Harmonization in Grand Gedeh

On November 9, 2025, the Liberia Land Authority (LLA) took a historic step toward peace and security in Grand Gedeh County. A team of expert technicians, led by Mr. Julius B. Kawa, Director for Policy and Planning, arrived in B’hai Administrative District to begin confirmatory surveys for four clans long plagued by land disputes: Bhai [...] The post Liberia: Securing Ancestral Lands: LLA Launches Boundary Harmonization in Grand Gedeh appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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1 week ago ANC Accuses Unity Party Government Of Prioritizing Party Buildings Over Citizens

By Amos Harris The Alternative National Congress (ANC) has launched a sharp criticism against the Unity Party (UP)-led government, alleging a disturbing shift in national priorities. The opposition party accuses the administration of investing disproportionately in expanding its political headquarters while neglecting the worsening economic and social conditions facing ordinary Liberians. The ANC highlights that […] The post ANC Accuses Unity Party Government Of Prioritizing Party Buildings Over Citizens appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

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1 week ago Liberia: Payroll Fraud Allegations Shake NICOL as Leaked Letter Reaches President Boakai, Administration Denies Wrongdoing, Insists Hiring Process Followed Legal Procedures

Monrovia – The National Insurance Corporation of Liberia (NICOL) has been thrown into controversy following the circulation of a leaked letter sent to President Joseph Boakai, alleging payroll fraud, tribalism, internal conflicts, and a widening power struggle within the state-owned entity. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh, gerald.koinyeneh@frontpageafricaonline.com The communication, purportedly written by an employee identified as [...] The post Liberia: Payroll Fraud Allegations Shake NICOL as Leaked Letter Reaches President Boakai, Administration Denies Wrongdoing, Insists Hiring Process Followed Legal Procedures appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 w. ago Liberia: Internal Rift Widens as House, Senate Clash Over Constitutional Roles in Budget Hearing Process

CAPITOL HILL, MONROVIA – A fresh constitutional storm is brewing within Liberia’s bicameral Legislature, as long-standing tensions between the House of Representatives and the Liberian Senate deepen over conflicting interpretations of Article 34(d)(i) of the 1986 Constitution regarding the National Budget. By Emmanuel Weedee-Conway The dispute—marked by accusations, fiery exchanges, and dueling constitutional claims—has once [...] The post Liberia: Internal Rift Widens as House, Senate Clash Over Constitutional Roles in Budget Hearing Process appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

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2 w. ago Boakai accepts Emma Glassco’s resignation, commends her service

Emma Catherine Metieh Glassco, the former Director General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Agency (NaFAA) of Liberia, has officially resigned from her post, months after being suspended amid allegations of financial misconduct. Madam Glassco submitted her resignation letter on November 11, 2025, citing “domestic reasons” and requesting that her departure take immediate effect. In … The post Boakai accepts Emma Glassco’s resignation, commends her service appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

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