Moses P. Smith – Contributor Monrovia — Former Vice President Jewel Howard Taylor was detained on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, by members of the Liberia Joint Security at Roberts International Airport. The detention is connected to a $3.17 million drug bust, one of the biggest narcotics seizures in recent Liberian history. Authorities have not yet […]
Read MoreBy: The People News Online. Monrovia — Liberia has agreed to receive 1,200 people being transferred from the United States, Information Minister Jerolinmek Piah confirmed. The first group of 20 is expected to arrive in Liberia on Friday. Minister Piah said the move shows Liberia’s “hospitality and willingness to assist people in need,” calling Liberia […]
Read MoreBy: Staff Writer Monrovia — The Liberia Medical and Dental Council is under pressure to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of renowned gospel singer Minister Miracle A. Kettor, who died on July 22, 2026 in Monrovia after reportedly receiving injections at her home from a nursing school dropout. In a formal complaint dated August […]
Read MoreWith heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Miss. Vida N. Jeawley. She was a loving mother, devoted family member, and friend to many. Her kindness, warmth, and strength will be greatly missed by all who knew her. FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026Time: 10:30 AMFuneral Service: St. Thomas Funeral ParlorRobertsfield Highway, Opposite Camp […]
Read MoreBy: Staff Writer Monrovia — Gbarpolu County Senator Amara Konneh on Monday morning accused the Boakai administration of protecting a “cartel network” instead of fighting narcotics. In his latest statement since the $336 million cocaine bust, Konneh said the government is punishing small officers while shielding senior officials who oversee the drug trade inside Liberia’s […]
Read MoreBy: The People News Monrovia — President Joseph Boakai said he would “never ever” dedicate small projects. One week later, he dedicated a latrine. In 2024 at Bopolu, Gbarpolu County, Boakai launched a water system and made a big promise: “I will never ever go to dedicate a hand pump. We have passed that phase. Everything we […]
Read MoreBy: The Editorial Desk Monrovia — Eight weeks ago, former Mines Minister Wilmot Paye went on Spoon Talk and shook the country. With anger in his voice, he promised to name officials he said were looting Liberia’s mineral wealth. He said he had documents to prove it. Today, there are no documents. There are no names. […]
Read MoreBy: The People News Online Monrovia, Liberia – Liberia’s state prosecutors secured convictions in 77 of the 99 criminal cases that went to trial during the May 2026 Term of Court, according to data released Friday by the Ministry of Justice. The figures show 11 cases ended in acquittals and 11 others resulted in hung […]
Read MoreBy Staff Writer Monrovia, Liberia – The University of Liberia is heading into a fresh confrontation as the administration orders all faculty and staff back to campus next week, while the University of Liberia Faculty and Staff Association, ULFASA, has declared a boycott and closed offices.In a memorandum dated Friday, August 14, 2026, UL President […]
Read MoreBy: Staff Writer Judge Colston Zuomie, Sr. has completed a rare career transition, moving from a well-known photographer to a member of Liberia’s judiciary. After years of documenting the country’s legal system, he has now been trained and appointed to preside over it, a journey officials are calling a story of perseverance and discipline. Zuomie’s […]
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