Congo Town, Liberia–The current Condition of TB Annex Referral Hospital located in Congo Town came under the spotlight when journalists had gone to cover a protest of health workers dwelling place to access the health facility, it was realized that Patients taken to the center for medical attention welfare are not prioritize especially their dwelling […]
Read MoreCapitol Hill, Monrovia–President George Weah through the finance ministry has finally presented the draft National Budget for the Fiscal Year 2024 to the 54th National Legislature.The submission, adhering to Section 17.1 of the Public Financial Management Act, was presented by Deputy Minister for Budget and Development Planning, Tanneh Geraldine Brunswick on behave of the Executive. […]
Read MoreMonrovia, Liberia– Following Naymote recent report outlining Ninety three (93) promises made by the incoming ruling Unity Party during the 2023 Presidential and Legislative Elections period, The Party through its Secretary has issued a rejoinder noting that the “comprehensive report on the Unity Party’s campaign promises” contradicts itself. According to the UP, despite the many […]
Read MoreWashington, U.S.A–The United States Congress has approved the Foreign Extortion Prevention Act, as part of the annual defence spending bill, the National Defence Authorization Act. The groundbreaking legislation criminalizes the act of foreign officials demanding or accepting bribes from Americans, marking a significant milestone in the fight against global corruption. FEPA gathers bi-partisan support and […]
Read MorePhoto Credit: BBC Africa News Officials report that a massive explosion at the main oil terminal in Conakry, the capital of Guinea, has left at least eight people dead and numerous others injured. Hundreds of people in the downtown Conakry neighborhood evacuated as the explosion blew out the windows of surrounding homes, according to witnesses. The city’s schools will close on orders from the authorities, who are also advising employees to remain at home. It was a fire that started the explosion. What caused the fire to ignite remains unknown. “Eight blackened corpses were transferred to the Ignace Deen hospital morgue,” a senior representative at the establishment informed the AFP news agency. The number of injured persons reported by the media ranges from 84 to 100. Around midnight at the local time, the fire started, and it was still roaring hours later. Residents in the region are to evacuate, according official orders. Miles away, the fire and pillars of black smoke were visible, according to the Reuters news agency. Ousmane Gaoual Diallo, a spokesman for the government, told the BBC that “we still haven’t finished counting the number of victims,” which prevented him from confirming fatality counts. According to the prime minister, a crisis squad has been established to handle the incident and its consequences. According to Mr. Diallo, the destroyed oil depot was “strategically very important” because it provided fuel to nearly the entire nation. By: Alphanso G. Kalama
Read MorePaynesville, Liberia- In what seems like a significant stride toward infrastructural development, East International Group Incorporated has intensified efforts in the construction of the ELWA Junction to Robert International Airport (RIA) road, marking a notable improvement during Liberia’s government transitioning period. The 45KM ELWA–RIA project, initiated in 2020, has recently witnessed a substantial transformation, with […]
Read MoreThe Family of Grand Gedeh County District One Representative the Late Madison Gwion demands the Release of those detained in relating to the Zwedru protest which led to the damaged of both private properties. Following the news of the County late legislator’s death, family members, including the office of late Grand Gedeh District #1 Representative […]
Read MoreCapital Hill, Liberia- The President of the Republic, H.E. Dr. George Manneh Weah has issued an Executive Order that placed a Moratorium on the exportation of unprocessed natural rubber from Liberia. President Weah believes that urgent action is required to curb the decline in the natural rubber industry. He noted that appropriate policies and framework […]
Read MoreMonrovia, Liberia – Emmanuel Gonquoi, the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters of Liberia (EFFL), is calling on the newly inaugurated Boakai administration to initiate legal proceedings against government officials recently sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury Department. The list of sanctioned individuals includes prominent figures like CDC Secretary General Jefferson Koijee, Senate Pro Tempore Albert […]
Read MoreMonrovia, Liberia- Finance Minister Samuel Tweh blamed members of the opposition for the recent United States Treasury Department sanctions imposed on him, Senate Pro Tempore Chie, and Senator Emmanuel Nyuquay. He made the disclosure in a press conference held on Thursday, December 14, 2023. The sanctions, issued on Monday, December 11, alleged their involvement in […]
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