As Liberia anticipates the transition of power to Ambassador Joseph Boakai in the upcoming January inauguration ceremony, the nation finds itself grappling with disturbing allegations of government officials looting offices and properties under the outgoing administration of President George Weah. Numerous reports have surfaced, pointing to a series of incidents involving corruption and misappropriation of […]
In a shocking turn of events, former Deputy Commerce Minister Jemima Wolokolie has accused the Ministry of Commerce & Industry (MOCI) of misappropriating millions of United States dollars intended for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Liberian entrepreneurs. The allegations suggest that the funds were distributed to the family, friends, and supporters of the ruling […]
As Liberia stands on the brink of a peaceful transition of power, President George Weah, in his concession speech, has made a plea for unity, urging citizens to bridge the deep divisions within the country. However, this call for unity has sparked a debate, as some view it as an attempt to secure impunity for […]
In a resounding declaration of intent, Amb. Joseph Nyumah Boakai, Sr., President-elect & Standard Bearer of the Unity Party, unveiled a comprehensive anti-corruption agenda aimed at eradicating the pervasive issue that has plagued Liberia. Boakai’s special statement serves as a rallying cry for a nation in dire need of change. Tackling Corruption Head-On: A Presidential […]
Fellow Liberians, one of the primary objectives of my administration, starting from day one as the President of Liberia, will be to tackle corruption head-on. The cancer is eating up the country and it must be faced with utmost brutality. I will establish and fully empower renowned anti-corruption czars, entrusting them with the critical responsibility […]
Liberia is no stranger to controversy in its political and economic spheres, and the recent allegations surrounding the transfer of mining licenses from Solway Investment Group to ArcelorMittal have added another layer of complexity to the nation’s landscape. Reports suggest that President George Weah’s government is under scrutiny for purportedly transferring Solway’s mining licenses to […]
In a development that has raised eyebrows both domestically and internationally, Liberia is facing accusations of allowing individuals sanctioned by the United States government to participate in and win Senate seats. The controversy centers around President George Weah’s government allegedly granting the ruling Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) symbol to officials previously sanctioned by the […]
Newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Mark Toner tells Congress that U.S. progress in Liberia has been eroded by corruption and lawlessness in the current Liberian government. The George Manneh Weah government appears to have global recognition for rampant corruption and lawlessness. Toner vows to fight corruption in Liberia among other things. See a full […]
In a shocking turn of events, Liberia has been gripped by allegations implicating President George Weah’s government in the tragic killings of auditors, raising concerns about the safety of those tasked with ensuring financial transparency and accountability. The victims, auditors working on a yet-to-be-disclosed set of documents, were reportedly investigating irregularities within the government consolidated […]