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Liberia: Senate Applauds Executive On New Petroleum Pricing Adjustments

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The Liberian Senate has commended the Executive, through the Liberia Petroleum Refining Company (LPRC), for implementing recent adjustments to petroleum pricing, affirming the government's commitment to transparency, fairness, and socio-economic development.See the Story

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UL Board Reaffirms Ban on Student Politics, Orders Disciplinary Actions After Campus Violence

The University of Liberia Board suspends student political activities due to recent violent incidents, enforcing disciplinary actions and campus renovations.See the Story

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Court Orders Mental Evaluation For Armed Robbery Suspect Foday Johnson - Global News Network Liberia

By Amos Harris Monrovia, Liberia—Criminal Court “A” at the Temple of Justice has ordered a mental capacity evaluation for Foday Emery Johnson, a key suspect in the recent armed robbery at EcoBank Liberia. The ruling, issued by Presiding Judge Roosevelt Z. Willie, came during the 28th Day Jury Sitting of the August Term. The decision follows a motion from Johnson’s defense team, who argued that their client’s medical history—including diagnoses o…See the Story

MIAMEN TAKES JOURNALISTS’ QUESTIONS ON GAC AUDIT, URGES LACC TO ACT AGAINST CORRUPTION IN LIBERIA

MONROVIA – Anderson D. Miamen, Executive Director of the Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL), took questions from journalists on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, following a press conference at CENTAL headquarters in Sinkor, Monrovia. He addressed recent findings from the General Auditing Commission (GAC) and called on the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) to take swift action. After reading CENTAL’s statement, M…Monrovia, Montserrado · Monrovia Read Article

Liberia: Former Rebel Leader Convicted in the United States Reinvigorates Debate on a Special Court in Monrovia

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In the United States, a former Liberian rebel leader was sentenced on Thursday, 11 September, to almost five years in prison. Laye Sekou Camara, alias "General K-1", had hidden his role in LURD, one of the most brutal factions of the second civil war in Liberia, from 1999 to 2003.Monrovia, Montserrado · Monrovia Read Article

UNIVERSITY OF LIBERIA RELEASES DRAFT ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR FIRST TERM 2025

MONROVIA – The University of Liberia (UL) has officially released its draft academic calendar for the first term of 2025, providing students and faculty with a detailed schedule of key activities and important dates. According to the Office of the Director of Course Schedule, orientation, advisement, and registration for current, returning, and transferred students will run from August 18 to September 20, 2025. During this period, students are e…Monrovia, Montserrado · Monrovia Read Article

WHY LIBERIA’S DEMOCRACY DEPENDS ON PROTECTING INDEPENDENT JOURNALISM

MONROVIA – Cllr. Tiawan Saye Gongloe has raised a serious concern in his commentary, “Mercenary Journalism: A Threat to Liberia’s Progress.” His argument that when journalists sell their voices for political gain they betray democracy is one that resonates deeply in a country still recovering from decades of unrest. It is a reminder that truth in journalism is essential to peace and stability. Yet, while his critique rightly condemns corruption …Journalism · Monrovia Read Article

LIBERIAN TEACHER ALLEN THOMAS WINS 2025 AFRICAN UNION CONTINENTAL BEST TEACHER AWARD FOR WEST AFRICA

MONROVIA – Liberia has achieved a historic milestone in education as Mr. Allen A. Thomas, a veteran Physics teacher at Tappeh Memorial High School in Tappita, Nimba County, has been named the 2025 African Union Continental Best Teacher Award Winner for the West Africa Region. The announcement, made through a press statement by the Ministry of Education (MoE), highlights not only the accomplishments of Mr. Thomas but also the growing recognition …Education · Monrovia Read Article

DEPUTY YOUTH MINISTER MCGILL UNDER POLICE INVESTIGATION FOR ALLEGED RAPE OF 14-YEAR-OLD GIRL

MONROVIA – Deputy Minister for Youth Development, J. Bryant McGill, is under formal investigation by the Liberia National Police (LNP) following allegations that he raped a 14-year-old girl, the Ministry of Youth and Sports confirmed on Thursday, September 11, 2025. The complaint was lodged by the girl’s father, Mr. Christopher Davis, who also serves as Deputy Chief of Security at the Ministry. According to the LNP, the report was received on Au…Monrovia, Montserrado · Monrovia Read Article

UL Board Reaffirms Ban on Student Politics, Orders Disciplinary Actions After Campus Violence

The University of Liberia Board suspends student political activities due to recent violent incidents, enforcing disciplinary actions and campus renovations.Monrovia, Montserrado · Monrovia See the Story

GONGLOE: OUTSOURCING GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO FOREIGN FIRMS THREATENS LIBERIA’S ECONOMY

MONROVIA – Cllr. Tiawan Saye Gongloe, a former presidential candidate and human rights lawyer, has strongly criticized the Boakai-led administration for outsourcing key government services to foreign companies, warning that the practice undermines Liberia’s economy and national security. Speaking on Friday, September 12, 2025, Gongloe said the outsourcing of essential functions such as work permits, resident permits, driver’s licenses, and vehic…Economy · Monrovia Read Article

Court Orders Mental Evaluation For Armed Robbery Suspect Foday Johnson - Global News Network Liberia

University Of Liberia Begins Payment Of Adjunct Faculty Arrears - Global News Network Liberia

By Amos Harris Monrovia, Liberia — The University of Liberia (UL) has started paying long-awaited salary arrears to its adjunct faculty members. This follows the recent disbursement of funds from the Government of Liberia through the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MoFDP). UL Comptroller, Mr. Togar Gibson, confirmed that the payment process began with faculty who have Ecobank accounts and is now being expanded to include other bank…Government · Monrovia See the Story

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Liberia: Senate Applauds Executive On New Petroleum Pricing Adjustments

UL Board Reaffirms Ban on Student Politics, Orders Disciplinary Actions After Campus Violence

Court Orders Mental Evaluation For Armed Robbery Suspect Foday Johnson - Global News Network Liberia

MIAMEN TAKES JOURNALISTS’ QUESTIONS ON GAC AUDIT, URGES LACC TO ACT AGAINST CORRUPTION IN LIBERIA

Liberia: Former Rebel Leader Convicted in the United States Reinvigorates Debate on a Special Court in Monrovia

UNIVERSITY OF LIBERIA RELEASES DRAFT ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR FIRST TERM 2025

WHY LIBERIA’S DEMOCRACY DEPENDS ON PROTECTING INDEPENDENT JOURNALISM

LIBERIAN TEACHER ALLEN THOMAS WINS 2025 AFRICAN UNION CONTINENTAL BEST TEACHER AWARD FOR WEST AFRICA

DEPUTY YOUTH MINISTER MCGILL UNDER POLICE INVESTIGATION FOR ALLEGED RAPE OF 14-YEAR-OLD GIRL

UL Board Reaffirms Ban on Student Politics, Orders Disciplinary Actions After Campus Violence

GONGLOE: OUTSOURCING GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO FOREIGN FIRMS THREATENS LIBERIA’S ECONOMY

Court Orders Mental Evaluation For Armed Robbery Suspect Foday Johnson - Global News Network Liberia

University Of Liberia Begins Payment Of Adjunct Faculty Arrears - Global News Network Liberia

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MIAMEN TAKES JOURNALISTS’ QUESTIONS ON GAC AUDIT, URGES LACC TO ACT AGAINST CORRUPTION IN LIBERIA

Liberia: Former Rebel Leader Convicted in the United States Reinvigorates Debate on a Special Court in Monrovia

UNIVERSITY OF LIBERIA RELEASES DRAFT ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR FIRST TERM 2025

WHY LIBERIA’S DEMOCRACY DEPENDS ON PROTECTING INDEPENDENT JOURNALISM

LIBERIAN TEACHER ALLEN THOMAS WINS 2025 AFRICAN UNION CONTINENTAL BEST TEACHER AWARD FOR WEST AFRICA

DEPUTY YOUTH MINISTER MCGILL UNDER POLICE INVESTIGATION FOR ALLEGED RAPE OF 14-YEAR-OLD GIRL

UL Board Reaffirms Ban on Student Politics, Orders Disciplinary Actions After Campus Violence

GONGLOE: OUTSOURCING GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO FOREIGN FIRMS THREATENS LIBERIA’S ECONOMY

Court Orders Mental Evaluation For Armed Robbery Suspect Foday Johnson - Global News Network Liberia

University Of Liberia Begins Payment Of Adjunct Faculty Arrears - Global News Network Liberia