Author: Afrik Media

Capitol Hill, Monrovia— The Unity Party-led Government, under President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has firmly rejected claims made by Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) leader George Weah regarding a purported plot to remove House Speaker Honorable J. Fonati Koffa. Describing the accusations as “preposterous, disgraceful, and unfounded,” Acting Information Minister Daniel Sando criticized Weah for suggesting that the government is financing such a scheme. Sando asserted that the alleged plot appears to stem from internal power struggles within the CDC, rather than any action by the Boakai administration. “Mr. Weah is known for fighting proxy battles against prominent leaders within…

In a significant ruling on October 21, 2024, Yacouba Sawadogo, an independent representative of QNET, was acquitted by a Liberian court on charges of human trafficking, theft, kidnapping, and conspiracy. A jury found insufficient evidence to convict Sawadogo, with eleven of twelve jurors voting to clear him of the allegations. The high-profile case, which raised questions about independent contracting in multi-level marketing, has spurred QNET to reinforce its efforts in preventing brand misuse. Allegations and Verdict Sawadogo, alongside two individuals charged in absentia, had been accused of recruiting eleven Sierra Leoneans under false promises of assistance for overseas travel, allegedly…

Following five weeks of intensive teaching, training and different activities aimed at guiding young senior high school students to develop or grow more interest in Sciences, 73 students on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 completed the 2024 camp of Camp xSEL. Camp xSEL is an annual summer program under the USAID-funded Bringing Research to Impact for Development, Global Engagement, and Utilization: Applying Research for a Healthy Liberia (BRIDGE-U) project intended to prepare young men and women interested in health science careers — with a goal of at least 50% participation by women. The camp is part of the many programs of…

(Monrovia, Thursday, August 22, 2024):- Early this morning, the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) in an attempt to execute a search and seizure warrant at an identified property in the Small Town Community, around the Bernard Beach vicinity, received resistance from some community members that led to the LDEA personnel pulling out of the community. As a result of the resistance, several LDEA personnel sustained injuries and are currently being treated at the John F. Kennedy Medical Center. After the LDEA pulled out, individuals believed to be members of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) blocked the free flow of…

Praia, Cape Verde – August 18, 2024 – The Liberia Football Association (LFA) is making strides in women’s football development as Women’s Football Manager, Massa Paasewe Johnson, and Women’s Football Desk Officer, Aletha Massaquoi, participate in a two-day seminar focused on administration and leadership in women’s football. The event, organized by the West African Football Union (WAFU A) in collaboration with the Confederation of African Football (CAF), aims to unite women’s football administrators from the region to foster growth and innovation in the sport.The seminar serves as a platform for brainstorming ideas to enhance women’s football, equipping participants with essential…

Monrovia – LFA 1st Vice President Sekou Konneh (Prof) praised the recently concluded two-day Match Commissioner Refresher Training, calling it a rewarding and crucial part of the league’s preparations for the upcoming season. The training, which took place at the ATS, is among several educational initiatives the Liberia Football Association (LFA) undertakes annually to ensure that officials are well-prepared for the league’s demands. Konneh (Prof), a FIFA and CAF-certified Match Commissioner, expressed his gratitude to the participants and emphasized the importance of continuous learning and feedback. He urged his colleagues to master their duties by embracing constructive criticism and sharing…

Monrovia – The Ministry of Youth and Sports has announced that a total of L$13.5 million and US$31,200 were raised from ticket sales during the 2024 National County Sports Meet. According to Youth and Sports Minister J. Cole Bangalu, these amounts cover the quarterfinals, semifinals, third place, and grand finals. Addressing the media on Thursday, Minister Bangalu reaffirmed his commitment to making transparency the hallmark of the Ministry’s operations, stating that the National County Sports Meet is no exception. He emphasized that the event was not conducted in the manner he desired because it was planned and organized before he…

Monrovia – The Ministry of Youth and Sports (MYS) has released the draw for the 2024/2025 National County Sports Meet, which was held on Thursday, June 27,2024 at the Ministry of Youth and Sports. According to the paring, Bong County will be the official hosts for the 2024-2025, While Grand Gedeh, Sinoe and Grand Cape Mount Counties will serve as Co-host counties respectively. Announcing the various groups of the County Sports Meet, Assistant Sports Minister, Murvee Gray, said Group A comprises of Bong, Grand Bassa, Maryland and Bomi counties. Group B will feature hosts Grand Gedeh, Grand Kru, Montserrado and…

Monrovia – The Sports Writers Association of Liberia (SWAL) has condemned the allocations made for sports development in the 2024 national budget, calling it a mockery. In a press statement, SWAL expressed disheartenment that sports, particularly football, continue to receive insufficient funding despite the presence of several sporting personalities, including two former Presidents of the Liberia Football Association, Representative Musa H. Bility and Senator Edwin M. Snowe, at the National Legislature. Of the over US$7 million allocated to the Ministry of Youth and Sports (MYS) in the 2024 national budget, US$150,000 was allotted for both the National Football and the…

Monrovia — The Executive Mansion of Liberia appears to be tightlipped and indecisive over accusation linking two senior officials of the Unity Party-led government of President Joseph Boakai to alleged bigamy. The two officials include: Senior Political Advisor to the President and Youth and Sports Development Ambassador-At-Large MacDella Cooper and her husband Alioune Kebe. Kebe, who is a former Senegalese soccer player, reportedly married to Madam Cooper traditionally in 2019, but a lady identified as Sajo Juwara, based in France, has been claiming and accusing Madam Cooper of allegedly snatching away her husband. In a letter of complaint dated May…