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Justice

Calls Mount for Suspension of LNP Director Amid $19M Cocaine Probe

By: The People News Monrovia — Pressure is growing on the Government of Liberia to suspend Police Director Gregory Coleman pending an independent investigation into the country’s $19 million cocaine seizure, with civil society activists arguing that overlapping institutional relationships could undermine public confidence in the probe. The demand was outlined June 18, 2026 in […]

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International News

12 Births Recorded at Sherwood Camp During Malawian Repatriation Process

By: Contributing Writer Durban, South Africa — Authorities have confirmed that 12 babies have been born at the Sherwood camp in Durban, where thousands of Malawian nationals are sheltering pending repatriation to Malawi. The Department of Home Affairs said the most recent two births occurred on June 17, 2026. The camp has served as the […]

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Security

LNP Cracks Down on Fake Police Uniforms, Cites Law Against Impersonation

By: Staff Writer Monrovia — The Liberia National Police is warning entertainers, content creators, and the public to stop using police uniforms, badges, and insignia without written approval from the Inspector General, saying the practice is fueling confusion and creating openings for criminal activity. In a statement issued June 18, 2026, the LNP said it […]

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Governance

Sen. Moye to Break Ground for CSA Regional HQ in Gbarnga June 19

By: Staff Writer Senator Prince K. Moye will on June 19, 2026 turn the soil for the construction of the Civil Service Agency Regional Headquarters in Gbarnga, Bong County. The event according to the CSA Boss marks the start of a new regional office meant to bring CSA services closer to public workers outside Monrovia. […]

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Justice

Editorial: Boakai’s “War on Drugs” Speech Sounds Tough, Now Prove It.

By: Staff Writer President Boakai wants credit for drawing a line in the sand: “Liberia is open for business, but Liberia is not open for the business of drug trafficking.” Strong words. We’ve heard them before. A 237.6kg, $19 million cocaine seizure at Roberts International Airport is not a victory parade — it’s an indictment. […]

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Justice

Assets Recovery Case Against Nora Finda Bundo Up

By: Staff Writer Monrovia, Montserrado County — The First Judicial Circuit, Criminal Assizes “C” has scheduled a hearing for Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in a case filed by the Republic of Liberia through the Assets Recovery & Property Retrieval Task Force (AREPT) against former Deputy Minister/Chief of Protocol Nora Finda Bundoo and […]

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Economy

House Targets Freeport Fees as Businesses Cry Foul

By: The People News Online MONROVIA – The House of Representatives has opened a public probe into the Freeport of Monrovia, questioning why import costs keep climbing under a web of fees. The Special Committee, chaired by Hon. Musa Hassan Bility, held its first hearing Wednesday, June 11, 2026, after Rep. J. Clarence T. Banks […]

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Governance

Law Reform Commission Head to Lead Technical Review of WECC Bill in Buchanan Dialogue

By: Staff Writer Buchanan, Bassa Co. – Law Reform Commission Chairperson and CEO, Cllr. Bornor M. Varmah, will lead a technical review of the War and Economic Crimes Court Bill this weekend at a high-level legal legislative dialogue in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County. The session begins today Friday and runs through Saturday. The Office of […]

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Security

Defense Minister Launches Countrywide Tour to Inspect Military Barracks

By: The People News Monrovia – Days after the Armed Forces of Liberia opened new recruitment, National Defense Minister Brig. Gen. Geraldine Janet George, Rtd., kicked off a nationwide inspection of AFL barracks on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. The first stop was Edward Binyah Kesselly Barracks in Schiefflin, Margibi County. The goal of the tour […]

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Health

NPHIL and Africa CDC are holding a 5-day Lassa Fever training for healthcare workers

By: Staff Writer The workshop gathers medical staff from across Liberia to build skills in Lassa Fever prevention, early detection, surveillance, patient care, infection control, and outbreak response. This effort is part of Liberia’s broader plan to strengthen readiness for new and returning infectious diseases. Through hands-on activities, group discussions, and technical sessions, participants are […]

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