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Liberia Receives 96,000 Doses of Covid-19 Vaccines
Monrovia — Liberian Foreign Minister, H.E. Ambassador Dee-Maxwell Saah Kemayah, Sr., and the Minister of Health, Dr. Wilhelmina S. Jallah on Friday, March 5, 2021 via the Roberts International Airport (RIA) received 96,000 AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines, which is part of the 384,000 doses that are expected to be delivered to Liberia through the COVAX Facility.
Liberia: CEMENCO Refutes FPA Report
The attention of the Management of Liberia Cement Corporation (CEMENCO) is disturbingly drawn to a story carried in the March 2, 2021, edition of FrontPage Africa (FPA) News Paper under the heading: LIBERIA: CEMENCO LINKED TO FRAUDULENT PACKAGING OF CEMENT. The story, by a Staff Reporter of FPA, asserts that investigation by the paper has uncovered "...
Liberia's Traditional Leaders Sound Warning to Opposition Politicians 'Preventing Developments' - 'Undermining' George Weah-Led Government
By Gerald C. Koinyeneh Monrovia — The National Traditional Council of Liberia (NTCL), through its Chairman, Chief Zanzan Karwor, has blamed the growing wave of hardship and the lack of investment and job opportunities in Liberia to the negative use of young people by some opposition politicians in the country.
Liberia: National Elections Commission Submits U.S.$1.1 Million Budget for By-Elections in Bomi, Bong & Grand Gedeh Counties
By Gerald C. Koinyeneh Monrovia — The National Elections Commission (NEC) has informed lawmakers on Capitol Hill that it would cost the government US$1.1 million to conduct three by-elections in Bomi, Bong and Grand Gedeh Counties. The NEC made the disclosure in two separate communications to the House of Representatives, following announcements by the House of vacancies in the three counties. These vacancies came in the wake of the elections of then Representatives Edwin M.
Liberia: Does the Alleged Violation of the Constitution ( Article 83c), By NEC Board of Commissioners Amount to Contempt of the Legislature?
The fundamental question to be asked is, what's contempt of the Legislature? Article 44 of the Liberian Constitution and Rule 61of the Senate's standing rule answer this critical question. These two legal citations essentially state, that contempt is any action which obstructs or impedes legislative function. What was the impeded or obstructed legislative function exercised by the board of commissioners?
Liberia: A Perspective On the Incarceration of Commissioners of the National Election Commission and the Supreme Court's Intervention
Now that the Supreme Court halted the Commissioners of the National Election Commission (NEC) from being incarcerated, I am inclined to provide a legal opinion. Following the prohibition, citizens have begun to ponder over the legal implications. Some believe that the Supreme Court has threaded beyond its scope of operation. Others are of the view that the Court is on course.
Africa: Humanitarian Needs Grow in Tigray Region
The ICRC's head of operations in Ethiopia, Jeremy England, spoke to UK parliamentarians today about the humanitarian situation in northern Ethiopia. In this article he sets out his main concerns and calls on all parties to protect civilians. It's the fear of not knowing where your next meal will come from. Fear for missing loved ones. Fear about what the future will bring. Fear and uncertainty stalk people in Ethiopia's Tigray region. You hear it in their voices.
Liberia: Bill Rogers Youths Foundation Engages in Agriculture Activity in Margibi County
By J. H. Webster Clayeh Woryan Town — As part of efforts to promote agriculture, the Bill Rogers Youths Foundation (BRYF) has included the growing of varieties of crops on a portion of the land that was given to the organization for the construction of BRYF Sports Academy in Woryan Town, Margibi County. The Bill Rogers Youth Foundation (BRYF) is a not-for-profit organization and was founded in 2004.
Liberia Anti-Corruption Clears Abu Kamara to Criminally Received Nearly Us$10k in Double Salary and Benefits
Monrovia — Following months of restituting monies "criminally" received from the Government of Liberia (GOL), the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has finally cleared Montserrado County district 15 Representative Abu Bana Kamara. of the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) is to prevent, investigate, and prosecute cases of corruption among public officials. As of September it had 41 active cases and had forwarded six to the Ministry of Justice for prosecution.
Liberia: CEMES Train Journalists in Solid Waste Management and Environmental Reporting
Monrovia — The Center for Media Studies and Peacebuilding (CEMESP), in collaboration with Cities Alliance Liberia with funding from the European Union has begun a five-day intensive training workshop in Monrovia under the theme, "Delivering Climate Resilient Solid Waste Management Services in Greater Monrovia, through Community Based Enterprises." The training which began on Wednesday targets 20 journalists who have demonstrated interest in reporting on environmental issues through their...
Liberia: Maryann Cheeseman School of Home Economics and Cosmetology Graduates Urged to 'Transform Society'
By J. H. Webster Clayeh Monrovia — County Education Officer of the Montserrado County School System Madam Cecel Tartee Reeves has called on graduates of the Maryann Cheeseman School of Home Economics and Cosmetology to use what they have learned and change their society for good.
Liberia: Kosiah Accusers Ask for Ld1.5 Million Each
Bellinzona — All seven Liberians who filed the war crimes lawsuit against Alieu Kosiah in Switzerland are asking for 8,000 Swiss Francs or roughly LD1.5 million each in compensation. "In Switzerland, they would have been entitled to 100,000 Swiss francs for moral injury," said Alain Werner, one of the lawyers, in his final argument before the Swiss Federal.
Liberia: 'Angel Gabriel' Raped and Abducted Women, Killed People Looking for Food
Monrovia — Witnesses in the ongoing trial of Gibril Massaquoi for war crimes fleshed out the charge of rape in Tuesday's hearings. Two witnesses told the Finnish court that 'Angel Gabriel', as they said he called himself, took women as hostages in a room in the Waterside area of Monrovia and referred to them as "his women". Women who were not selected for rape were killed with a message to God - "Tell Him, I, Angel Gabriel, sent you," a witness told the four-judge panel on Tuesday.
Liberia: Miss Therchie Williams Leading the Fight Against Period Poverty
Period Poverty remains one of the many global challenges that limit thousands of Liberian girls and women access to sanitation and tools needed for a healthy and safe menstruation. One cardinal reason this is possible is due to lack of access and lack of income. Girls in communities with low income identities tend to struggle for sanitary pads.
Liberia: American-Born Liberian Rising Star's Music Ranks High Overseas
Monrovia — American born Liberian musical artist, Lortonio continues to hit the limelight overseas with her captivating songs as they continue to rank high. The up and coming star, who began writing music and expanding her musical knowledge at the age of nine; has recorded several songs including "Like Me, Kakalika, I'm In Love and One In A Million," featuring Kobazzie, among others.
Liberia: The Late Dr. Thomas Jaye
Monrovia — A visiting delegation from the Kofi Anna International Peacekeeping Training Center (KAIPTC) in Accra, Ghana has mourned with the family and friends of one of the longest-serving members of the staff of the KAIPTC, the late Professor Thomas Jaye. It may be recalled that Prof.
Liberia: Senator Jonathan Kaipay and Partners Dedicate Bridge Linking Bassa and Nimba
Grand Bassa — Decades of finding it difficult for the people of Klehn town to get their way to other parts of the county and Nimba, Grand Bassa County Senator Jonathan Kaipay, through the help of the United Methidist Church, has dedicated a bridge over the Wee River, District 3c, Grand Bassa County. The value of the bridge is put at US$120,000. The Klehn Town Wee Bridge connects Grand Bassa and Nimba counties .
Liberia: House Passes Act Amending Education Reform Law to Establish Rural Teacher Incentive Fund
By Gerald C. Koinyeneh Monrovia — The Plenary of the House of Representatives, through a unanimous vote, has passed an Act amending the Education Reform Law of 2011 to establish rural teacher incentive fund. Plenary took the decision on Thursday to amend the law by adding Chapter 9.2 under the title Financing Education to the existing law. The move was based on the advice of a specialized committee headed by Rep. P. Mark Jurry of Maryland County.
Africa Development Management Associates Launched to Provide Policy Formulation for Govts, Corporate Institutions in Africa
Monrovia — A network of associate planners has been launched to bring transformative solutions to the development and diplomacy problems amongst African governments, global, regional organizations and private sector establishments.
Liberia: Dillon Summersaults On Dual Citizenship
By E. J. Nathaniel Daygbor Barely two months following the reported defeat of the National Referendum particularly, the proposition on dual citizenship, Montserrado County Senator Abraham Darious Dillon, who had joined the Collaborating Political Parties in opposing the Referendum, has now somersaulted. Sen. Dillon is now about to proffer a bill, seeking for dual citizenship for Liberians in the diasporas who may have had Liberian citizenship prior to leaving here, to enjoy said rights.
Liberia: Lawmakers in 'Double Dipping'
By E. J. Nathaniel Daygbor And Jonathan Browne Information from the corridors of the Capitol Building indicates members of the House of Representatives who won senatorial seats in the December 08, 2020 Special Senatorial elections are receiving salaries both for the House and the Liberian Senate.
Liberia: Govt. Quarantines Damaged Rice At Freeport
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry announces that it has quarantined a consignment of rice at the Freeport of Monrovia after verification that water entered a shipping vessel. A quarantine is a restriction on the movement of people, animals and goods which is intended to prevent the spread of disease or pests, according to Wekepedia. However, the Ministry in a press release says the public can be assured that no such unwholesome commodity will enter the market of Liberia.
Liberia: LOFA County Launches U.S.$150, 000 Rally
By Lewis S. Teh -for electricity As a means of complementing government efforts to harnessing national development across the country, officials of Lofa County have embarked on a US$150,000 campaign rally titled "Light Lofa Campaign Citizen Dollar Rally" aimed at providing electricity to all five electoral districts in the county.
Liberia: Bong Asst. Commissioner of Police Alarms Over Interference in Cases
Bong County — Assistant Commissioner of Police FredrickNepay has alarmed over the frequent interference of cases in Bong County, describing it as a major factor undermining the County's justice system. Speaking to NewDawn recently in Gbarnga, Mr. Nepay said the interference in cases is currently challenging the workings of the Police, adding that it puts the police under too much pressure when carrying on an investigation.
Liberia: GOL Declares War On Intellectual Property Theft
The Government of Liberia through the Liberia Intellectual Property Office (LIPO) and its secretariat, the Copyright Society of Liberia (COSOL) has begun inspecting businesses trading in audio and audio-visual contents to remove pirated "copyright materials" from the stream of Liberia's commerce. According to LIPO, piracy is costing the country approximately US$2 million yearly -- an amount that would lead to massive economic growth in the struggling entertainment industry.
Liberia Records More Deaths
By Winston W. Parley Days after eight persons got killed reportedly by carbon monoxide poisoning in Paynesville, at least two more deaths have been recorded here so far, one involving victim Florence Massaquoi and the other, an unidentified man mobbed by a crowd in Paynesville, outside Monrovia. A huge crowd gathered in shock around the corpse of the late Florence in the S.K.D. Boulevard, 772nd Community of Payneville on Monday morning, 1 March.
Liberia: Lonestar Cell MTN Donates Cell Phones to the Ministry of Transport
Monrovia, Liberia (March 1, 2021) Lonestar Cell MTN has donated cellular phones complete with registered Sim cards to the Ministry of Transport. The Ministry of Transport seeks to provide its customers with a first-class service that rivals that of the telecommunication companies. Marilyn Cummings-Smith is the Director of Customer Service at the Ministry.
Liberia: UNFPA Gives to Ivorian Refugees in Liberia
As part of its commitment to reduce maternal mortality and ensure a safer motherhood, the United Nations Population Fund or UNFPA, has supplied health facilities in communities hosting Ivorian refugees in Nimba, Grand Gedeh, River Gee and Maryland counties, respectively with reproductive health and dignity kits. According to UNFPA, there are more than 27 thousand new arrivals among Ivorian refugees in Liberia.
Nigeria: 17 Wounded People Evacuated and Treated By Surgical Team After Two Attacks in Nigeria
Maiduguri — In less than a week between February 20 and 23, two deadly attacks in Dikwa and Maiduguri led to several casualties, including a number of civilians who were caught in the crossfire. These attacks took place in the backdrop of an increasingly volatile security situation, as well as the ongoing implications of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Liberia: Health Min. Dr. Wilhelmina Jallah Applauds Arcelormittal Liberia for Great Support to Health Sector
Yekepa — Liberia's Health Minister Dr. Wilhelmina Jallah has commended ArcelorMittal Liberia for its tremendous support to the country's health sector, especially during this time of the fight against the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Liberia: Cemenco Linked to 'Fraudulent' Packaging of Cement
Monrovia — Investigation gathered by FrontPageAfrica has uncovered what is being described as a deceptive business practice by a renowned cement company CEMENCO in LIBERIA. According to investigation, the management of Cemenco Liberia in recently brought into the country cement bags with a trade mark or brand named LION PRO from Sierra Leone with a grade 42R which different from the original grade 32R specification registered with the Government of Liberia through the Ministry of Commerce.
Liberia: Justice Minister Writes Election Commission to Halt Certification of Lofa County Senator-Elect - As Citizens Protest, Calling for the Independence of the NEC
By Selma Lomax And Gerald C. Koinyeneh Monrovia — The Minister of Justice Cllr. Frank Musah Dean has written the National Elections Commission (NEC) requesting the halt in the certification of Brownie Samukai, in another blow to the Lofa County Senator-elect. The Supreme Court a fortnight ago affirmed the verdict of the lower court convicting the Lofa County Senator-elect and two others to two years imprisonment or restitution of US$1.4 million.
Liberia: Body of Woman Gruesomely Murdered Discovered in Paynesville, 72nd Community
Paynesville — Police in Monrovia have launched an investigation into the mysterious death of a 46-year old woman whose body was discovered in the 72nd Community early Monday. According to Police Spokesperson Moses Carter, the deceased, identified as Florence Massaquoi was a resident of Rock Community in Paynesville. He said based on agreement between the family and the police, the body has been deposited at the Capehart Funeral Home in Caldwell where an autopsy is expected to be conducted.
Liberia: President Weah Provides Solar Street Lights in Sass Town, Grand Kru County
Sass Town — President George Manneh Weah has lit up streets and homes in his native land, Sass Town, Grand Kru County. Felorkri, Sass Town was lit up Sunday evening with solar power on the eve of the President's departure from the county. The installation of solar lights came few days after President Weah announced making Sass Town "a beautiful city." He said, as President, it would be important to ensure that his homeland is developed, while developing other areas in Liberia.
Liberia: 86-Yr-Old 'Garbage Collector' Rescued By U.S.-Based Liberian Organization
By Samuel G. Dweh Monrovia — On February 17, 2021, a story entitled "Liberia: 86-Year-Old Government's Retiree Survives on Garbage Collection" appeared on the website of Liberia's current most popular newspaper, FrontPage Africa, and online versions of other Liberian media institutions--Smart News, News Public Trust, and Global News Network (GNN).
Liberia: An Interview With Cherbo Geeplay - a Liberian Poet Based in Australia
Who is Cherbo Geeplay and where was he born? I am an African who takes pride in his origins. I consider myself as a pan-Africanist, a Garveyite in that respect, and a great admirer of Edward Wilmot Blyden. I come from humble beginnings, like most of my fellow citizens. I was born in Pleebo, Liberia, where my dad worked for the Firestone Rubber Company as a teacher. Both of my parents hailed from River Gee. Most of my time growing up was lived in the southeastern part of Liberia.
Liberia Removed From the U.S. Coast Guard Advisory List of Nations That Do Not Maintain "Effective Anti-Terrorism Measures"
Monrovia — The Liberian government has thanked its United States counterpart for the recent removal of the Liberia from the US Coast Guard Advisory List of nations that do not maintain "effective anti-terrorism measures". "The Republic of Liberia is removed from the list of the Countries Affected in paragraph B of this Port Security Advisory.
Liberia: Nine-Month-Old Undergoes Successful Surgery After Intervention
Buchanan — After living an unbearable life for nine months old little Blessed Jones who couldn't sit or lay on her back due to unknown sickness that caused a swelling on her buttocks and needed surgery to bring her some relief, which was successfully carried at the ELWA Hospital. Little Blessed Jones and her sister are twins who lost their mother during birth at the Liberian Government Hospital in Buchanan in 2020.
Liberia: Prosecutor Pushes Court to Convict, Jail and Sanction Kosiah
Bellinzona — Alieu Kosiah should be convicted of all the war crimes charges he faces, jailed for a maximum 20 years and then barred from entering Switzerland for 15 years, prosecutors said on Monday in their final argument four days to the end of the historic trial. Chief prosecutor Andreas Müller told the Swiss Federal Criminal Court Kosiah was guilty of the 25 counts of murder, cannibalism, rape, sexual enslavement, forced transportation, looting and recruitment of child-soldier.
Liberia: Bill Twehway Addresses Age-Old Problem At Only High School in River Cess County
Monrovia — The age-old problem of student agitations owing to lack of teachers at the only high school in River Cess County is at the verge of being solved. The hall hosting the graduation and closing exercises of the Cestos High School during the weekend turned into a center of jubilations and excitements when Mr. Sediki Fofona, the man serving as proxy for Guest Speaker Bill Twehway announced that three more teachers would be joining the teaching staff at the school.
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