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GSA Road Community Chairman Alarms Over Insecurity

3 weeks ago | liberianobserver.com | Judoemue Kollie

The chairman of the GSA Road Community in Paynesville, Montserrado County, Dave N. Fokonyulu, said an insecurity situation is currently facing his community, where people he is suspecting as criminals are constantly harassing residents. Chairman Fokonyulu, speaking to this reporter, said as a result of the criminal activities, the residents are living in constant fear in certain areas of the community.
The Liberian People's Party Internal Discord

3 weeks ago | liberianobserver.com | William Q. Harmon

The Liberian People’s Party (LPP) is currently facing internal disagreements over its choice of candidate in the pending senatorial by-election in Nimba County. While the party decided against fielding a candidate on its ticket in the election, a section of the party preferred to support the candidacy of independent candidate, Edith Gongloe-Weh, sister of Cllr.
Speaker Koon Dragged to Court by His Wife

4 weeks ago | liberianobserver.com | Abednego Davis

As if the legal battle hanging over his head as a result of the Speakership of the House of Representatives is not enough, the self-proclaimed ruling party Speaker, Richard Nagbe Koon, is embroiled in another legal tussle–this time against his wife of 25 years. Just a day after the Supreme Court reserved ruling over the legitimacy of his speakership, Angeline Mamie Worloh Koon filed a lawsuit at the Commercial Court. Mrs. Koon’s lawsuit, however, has nothing to do with her husband’s speakership.
Liberia Launches Fin-Ed, PAPSS to Boost Economy

4 weeks ago | liberianobserver.com | David Yates

The Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) marked a historic milestone on Thursday with the official launch of the National Financial Education Program (Fin-Ed) and the rollout of the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), initiatives set to transform Liberia’s financial landscape and foster economic growth.
Supreme Court Justices Slam Majority Bloc over Parallel Session

1 month ago | liberianobserver.com | Abednego Davis

In a tense and revealing hearing before the full bench of the Supreme Court of Liberia on March 26, the ongoing leadership battle in the House of Representatives took a dramatic legal turn as justices grilled lawyers on both sides of the crisis — casting sharp criticism at the so-called “majority bloc” of lawmakers while also probing the legal foundation of the embattled Speaker J. Fonati Koffa’s Bill of Information.
Relief for Residents of Zekepa, Zoweinta In Sight

1 month ago | liberianobserver.com | Ishmael F. Menkor

— As Rep. Bility breaks ground to construct a bridge over St. John RiverNimba County District #7 Representative Musa Hassan Bility led the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the St. John River Bridge, connecting lower Nimba County to Bong County, particularly benefiting Zekepa and Zoweinta communities. The bridge is expected to enhance travel efficiency for residents, providing a direct route between the regions without the need to pass through Ganta.
Former LEC Boss Takes on Global Leadership Role in Dubai

1 month ago | liberianobserver.com | David Yates

Monie Ralph Captan, a leading figure in Liberia’s energy and diplomacy sectors, has been appointed as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCEO) of PETRODEX, a global energy and logistics firm headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Captan’s appointment marks a significant career milestone, transitioning from his influential leadership at the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) to a top-tier executive role in one of the world’s leading energy companies.
Liberian Children are Stunting at a Alarming Rate

1 month ago | liberianobserver.com | Simeon S. Wiakanty

-Stakeholders Rally to Address situationNational stakeholders have pledged to intensify efforts to combat malnutrition in Liberia as the country grapples with an alarming child stunting rate of 29.8%, significantly exceeding the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommended threshold of 22%. This commitment emerged during the 2024 Joint Annual Assessment (JAA) consultation meetings, held from March 4 to 7 at the Last Mile Health Head Office in Monrovia.
Supreme Court Revokes Probate Court’s ‘Fraudulent’ Letter of Administration

1 month ago | liberianobserver.com | Abednego Davis

The Supreme Court has revoked the fraudulent letter of administration issued by the Probate Court, to Mr. Jessie S. Payne, a renowned property tycoon to administer the Intestate Estate of the late Geneva Johnson Duff and Victoria Johnson Maxwell, both of whom are descendants of Liberia’s 11th President Hilary R.W Johnson. The ruling also placed Charles R. Johnson, Jr, Frederick E. Johnson, Margaret Johnson, Cephas Johnson and Jackie Johnson (petitioners) in possession of the Intestate Estate.
Senate Cites MOH, MFDP, and CSA

1 month ago | liberianobserver.com | J. Carter

— Demands answer to reported delay in 2024 disbursement for health centers across the countryThe Liberian Senate has cited the Ministers of Health and Finance including the Civil Service Agency (CSA) to appear on March 18, 2025, and provide clarity on the reported delay in disbursement and/ or payments to various health centers across the country.