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Corruption

From Human Rights Icon To “Overnight Millionaire”? Allegations Trail Boakai’s Security Advisor

By: The People News Investigative Desk Monrovia — Atty. Samuel Kofi Woods II, National Security Advisor to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, is facing growing public scrutiny amid allegations that he has become an “overnight money-making man” since assuming one of the most powerful security positions in government. While no judicial finding has been made, critics […]

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Uncategorized

“Let’s Make 2026 Better Than 2025” – Commissioner Lighe Urges Renewed Commitment at LiMA Year-End Program

By: Staff Writer The Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Liberia Maritime Authority (LiMA), Cllr. Neto Zarzar Lighe Sr., has called on employees to rededicate themselves to the Authority’s strategic goals as LiMA positions itself for greater competitiveness, stronger revenue performance, and expanded global visibility in 2026. Addressing staff at LiMA’s year-end celebration held […]

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Sport

County Meet Controversy Deepens as Lofa Sanctioned, But Youth & Sports Ministry Disowns “Leaked” Ruling

By: Contributing Writer A fresh storm has hit Liberia’s flagship sporting event after documents circulating widely online claimed that Lofa County has been sanctioned and stripped of points in the ongoing 2025–2026 National County Sports Meet following a protest by Grand Cape Mount County. The documents, reportedly from the Protest, Grievances and Disciplinary Committee of […]

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Politics

“Noise Is Not Progress”: Musa Bility’s Harsh Political Send-Off to 2025 and a Warning to Liberia’s Leadership

By: Staff Writer Saclepea, Nimba County — Hon. Musa Hassan Bility did not wrap up 2025 with pleasantries or polite optimism. Instead, writing from Saclepea, he delivered a hard political verdict on a year he says exposed Liberia’s deepest leadership failures and the danger of mistaking activity for achievement. In a sharply worded reflection, Bility […]

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Article

Tragedy Strikes Popular Ganta Swimming Spot as Young Man Loses Life

By: The People News GANTA, Nimba County — A leisure outing turned tragic on Friday afternoon after a young man lost his life at the Jackie Pool, a popular recreational spot in Ganta City. According to accounts from bystanders, three young men had gone swimming at the facility. While two of them later exited the […]

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Entertainment

Final Prayer Turns Prophetic: Nollywood Reels as Allwell Ademola’s Last Video Goes Viral After Sudden Death

By: Staff Writer Nigeria’s entertainment scene has been thrown into deep mourning following the shocking death of Nollywood actress and filmmaker Allwell Ademola, whose final social media post has now taken on haunting significance. Just hours before news of her passing broke on Saturday, the 43-year-old actress shared a video on Instagram that many now […]

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Entertainment

Winners, Supporters Demand Full Cash Prizes as Dispute Deepens Over Vision of Liberia Talent Hunt

Concerns over the matter were raised both online and during several in-person engagements with the organizers, with supporters describing the process as unclear and inconsistent.

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Governance

President Boakai Suspends NCD Bosses, Orders Audit as Supreme Court Marshal Retires After 38 Years

Monrovia, Liberia — President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has taken decisive administrative actions aimed at reinforcing accountability and integrity in public institutions, temporarily suspending top officials of the National Commission on Disabilities (NCD) amid allegations of mismanagement, while also approving the retirement of the Supreme Court’s long-serving Marshal. Acting on recommendations from a Special Investigative […]

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Governance

Government Deputy Spokesperson Pushes Back on “Presidential Villa” Claims, Defends Foya Project as National Peace Initiative

The Government of Liberia has responded to growing public debate surrounding the controversial presidential facility under construction in Foya District, Lofa County, clarifying that the project is not a private presidential villa but a national and regional peace initiative. Speaking on the matter, Deputy Information Minister Daniel Sando said the project, officially known as the […]

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Article

‎Liberia Announces New Electricity Tariffs With Increments,Reductions for Most Customers‎

‎By: Staff Writer Liberia has announced new electricity prices that will begin on January 1, 2026, and run until December 31, 2028. The new tariff shows that many customers will pay less for power, although the cost to get a new connection has increased.‎‎For social customers who use 25 units or less per month, the […]

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