Ahead of Liberia’s 172nd Independence Day celebrations, Alexander Cummings is reminding Liberians that although Liberia holds the title of Africa’s oldest republic, the country’s status does not reflect this.
Lack of Ambulance, Electricity, and Drugs Threatens Lives at Bong Mines Hospital
When Lawrence Mulbah’s wife went into labor a few months ago, he took her to the Bong Mines Hospital. However, his experience at the hospital left him frustrated with the state of the health facility, as he was forced to buy everything that was needed for the delivery, including the gloves used by the staff.
Margibi Officials Secretly Allot US$1 Million in Funds, Violating Budget Law
Lawmakers and local officials in Margibi have been revealed to have violated the budget law by holding a secret meeting to decide allotments for US$1 million in the county social development fund.
Deputy Police Inspector General Promises Action in Kingsville Riot Shooting
After a young man died and two others were injured from bullets allegedly fired by riot police on Monday in rural Montserrado, the Liberia National Police’s deputy inspector general for administration has assured the public that the responsible parties will be dealt with under the law.
Fatal Accident Kills Four Along Bong Mines Highway
A fatal motor accident has left four people dead and three others critically injured on the Kakata-Bong Mines highway in Margibi after a green Nissan Primera collided head-on with a white DAF truck carrying charcoal. Â
66-Year-Old Man Vows to Join June 7 Protest
As the June 7 protest draws closer, many Liberians are making their decision about whether or not they will attend the protest that has a stated goal of pushing the George Weah government to improve its governance and the economic conditions of the country.
Margibi Judge Draws Attention to Corruption in Security and Justice Sectors
The resident judge of the 13th Judicial Circuit Court in Kakata, Judge Mardea Tarr-Chenoweth, is calling attention to the massive corruption in the country’s security and justice sectors, specifically identifying the Liberia National Police.
BWI Principal Harris Tarnue Fired for Nepotism and Gross Disrespect
The principal of the Booker Washington Institute, Harris Tarnue, has been relieved of his post following a meeting of the institution’s board of governors.