In a bold move towards fiscal responsibility and institutional reform, Representative Richard Nagbe Koon, vying for the speakership of the 55th Legislature, has promised to slash the annual budget for the office of the speaker by 20%. The current budget stands at 2.5 million United States dollars, and Koon believes that such an amount is […]
In the wake of the GloMag Sanction’s impact on President George Manneh Weah and his inner circle, Deputy Speaker Fonati Johnathan Koffa appears to be reconsidering his bid for Speaker of the House of Representatives. Recent developments suggest a potential pivot towards building a closer relationship with President-elect Amb. Joseph Nyumah Boakai. Currently situated in […]
In a recent address to the congregation at Forky Klon, President George M. Weah emphasized the paramount importance of preaching peace in Liberia. Acknowledging the significance of religious institutions, he began by expressing his gratitude for the opportunity to gather in the house of the Lord with fellow Liberians. President Weah asserted that peace is […]
In a poignant message to Monrovia Sanctioned Mayor Jefferson Tamba Koijee, prominent Liberian figure Ambulah Mamey has offered insights into the repercussions of US sanctions and a roadmap for a positive life beyond these constraints. Mamey acknowledged the emotional toll sanctions can take, emphasizing the importance of addressing the impact openly rather than internalizing it. […]
In a ceremony held on Friday, December 8, 2023, at the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Ministerial Complex in Congo Town, the National Elections Commission (NEC) finally certified Bill Twehway and Nathaniel F. McGill as winners of the senatorial seats for River Cess and Margibi Counties, respectively. This certification marks a significant step toward their induction into […]
On a momentous day at the EJS Ministerial Complex, the winners of the October 10, 2023, General Elections for Senators and Representatives were officially certified in a ceremony that echoed the democratic triumph of the people. The event marked the culmination of a fiercely contested election, featuring candidates vying for legislative positions as well as […]
As Liberia awaits the January 2024 inauguration of President-elect Joseph N. Boakai, a storm is brewing within the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) party. The early concession call made by President George Manneh Weah to Ambassador Joseph N. Boakai, prior to the final results from the National Elections Commission (NEC) Liberia, has sparked a fierce […]
In recent statements, Dr. Lester Z. Tenny, a prominent figure within the political landscape of Liberia, has voiced strong opinions about President George Manneh Weah’s leadership within the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) party. Tenny contends that Weah’s tenure as the leader of the CDC has been marked by shortcomings, labeling him as an “error” […]
In the aftermath of the November 14, 2023 elections in Liberia, Mayor Jefferson Tamba Koijee, Secretary General of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) and the Mayor of Monrovia, has been an outspoken figure as the political landscape undergoes a significant transition. Jefferson Koijee, having served as Monrovia’s Mayor during the administration of President George […]
As Liberia stands on the precipice of a new era with the election of President-elect Amb. Joseph N. Boakai, the process of appointing individuals to key government positions is underway. In this pivotal moment, a clarion call is made for a departure from the practices of the past, where appointments were often influenced by political […]