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By Jamesetta D. Williams MONROVIA, LIBERIA – Liberia’s once-powerful warlords are rapidly fading from the scene, raising questions about justice, accountability, and the passage of time. The latest to face a health crisis is Joshua Milton Blahyi, better known as “General Butt Naked,” who is reportedly in critical condition at the Kidney Solutions hospital in Kenya. His family has called for prayers as his condition worsens. Blahyi, infamous for his brutal past as a warlord before his transformation into an evangelical preacher, had sought initial treatment at JFK Medical Center in Monrovia before being transferred abroad. His decline follows the…

By Jamesetta D. Williams MONROVIA, LIBERIA – The Liberian government has intensified efforts to clean up its payroll by ensuring that retired employees are properly transitioned to the national pension system. Dr. Josiah F. Joekai, Director-General of the Civil Service Agency (CSA), announced at a press briefing in February that nearly 500 retired employees have been successfully enrolled in the pension system, with some already receiving benefits as of January 2025. The CSA has also made strides in addressing a backlog of retirees who had not been receiving their entitlements, ensuring their inclusion in the national pension payroll. As part…

Monrovia, February 17, 2025 – The Grievance and Ethics Committee of the Sports Writers Association of Liberia (SWAL) has officially cleared Secretary General Edwin T.K. Dolo of bribery allegations after a thorough investigation. In a report presented to SWAL leadership, Committee Chair and veteran journalist Ernest McKay stated that interviews with all relevant parties revealed no credible evidence supporting claims that Mr. Dolo accepted a bribe to suppress a news story. The allegations stemmed from a Facebook post by journalist James Goodday Flomo, who accused Mr. Dolo of receiving a bribe to withhold a report alleging that Paynesville FC President…

GANTA, LIBERIA – On February 17, 2025, at approximately 3:15 PM, a blue jeep was engulfed in flames on Ganta’s main street near the Guinea Road Junction. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time. Eyewitnesses reported that the vehicle caught fire suddenly, prompting bystanders to attempt to contain the blaze before authorities arrived. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported. Local authorities are investigating the incident to determine the cause of the fire. It was just another bustling afternoon on Ganta’s main street. Vendors lined the sidewalks, children darted between parked vehicles, and motorcycles weaved through traffic. But…

A dream sparked by a simple birthday celebration in 2014 has now transformed into a beacon of hope for vulnerable children in Liberia. Christ for Kids International has officially opened the Ma-Martha L. Tokpa Orphanage, a dedicated safe haven for orphaned children in need of love, care, and a brighter future. The journey began with Madam Emma M.T. Miller, a mother of four, who, after witnessing the desperation of local children for a place to grow, decided to take action. “I’ve had this vision for years, but that day, when the kids gathered for my son’s birthday and I saw…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Center for National Documents and Records Agency (CNDRA) has strongly denied allegations of corruption recently aired on the Voice of Liberia’s BITZ and PIECES afternoon show on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. In a statement, CNDRA dismissed the claims as “deceptive, malicious, and untrue,” describing them as a “malevolent plot of disinformation and misinformation” aimed at tarnishing the agency’s reputation. The agency clarified that neither its Deputy Director General for Administration, Gabriel N. Domah, nor its Director General, D. Nelson Bearngar, has ever opened a private account for the agency at GT Bank Liberia. Instead, CNDRA operates…

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – On the sidelines of the 38th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., reaffirmed Liberia’s commitment to agricultural transformation and food security during a high-level meeting with International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) President Mr. Alvaro Lario. He expressed appreciation for IFAD’s continuous support, including the establishment of an IFAD Office in Liberia in 2023 and the appointment of the first Country Representative covering Liberia and Sierra Leone. The President commended IFAD for its IFAD 13 allocation of over $50 million, which is set to strengthen Liberia’s agro-food system from 2026 onward.…

Gbondoi Town, Bong County – A devastating accident in Gbondoi Town, Bong County, has left two people dead and three others seriously injured, authorities confirmed. The tragic incident occurred on last evening about 10 pm, sending shockwaves through the local community. According to eyewitnesses, the accident involved a truck carrying goods, leading to a fatal outcome. Emergency responders rushed the unidentified injured to a nearby health facility where they are receiving treatment for severe injuries. The identities of the victims have not yet been released, pending notification of their families. Meanwhile, residents are mourning the loss of their community members…

Monrovia, Liberia – Egyptian Ambassador to Liberia Ahmed Abdelazeem Farghaly and Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung convened at the Capitol Building on October 16, 2024, to reaffirm the enduring bilateral relations between Egypt and Liberia, which have thrived for over 70 years. During the meeting, Ambassador Farghaly emphasized Egypt’s commitment to human capacity development in Liberia, focusing on key sectors such as agriculture, communications, solar energy, administration, and governance. He highlighted recent initiatives, including agricultural training programs and support for Liberia’s military and law enforcement sectors. Notably, one Liberian intelligence officer is currently en route to Egypt for advanced counter-intelligence…

HARBEL, Margibi County — Community members and local authorities continue to monitor the situation as search efforts are being coordinated, though hopes are dwindling due to the challenging conditions of a report of Nine people, including a local journalist, who had reportedly gone missing after a tragic incident on Friday, August 23, 2024, near the Firestone Hydro community. Nathan Harris, a journalist for Farmington FM, was struggling in the Farmington River when eight others attempted to rescue him, but all are now feared missing according to reports. The incident occurred around 2 p.m., prompting Amadu Bah, a resident of the…