The continuous downpour of torrential rains in Lofa County is worsening the Gbarnga to Mendikorma Road that has already been in terrible shape for several years.
Storm Damages School and Leaves Residents Homeless In Zorzor
A storm recently left several residents homeless in Zorzor and caused severe damage to the Lutheran Mission School.
Peste des Petits Ruminants Kills Livestock in Lofa
An investigation conducted by The Bush Chicken has established that scores of livestock in Lofa died from Peste des Petit Ruminants, or Ovine Rinderpest.
Liberty Party Threatens Lawsuit Against Gov’t Over Disruption of Convention
The national chairman of the opposition Liberty Party Fonati Koffa has threatened a lawsuit against the government of Liberia for allegedly disrupting its national convention in Voinjama. County authorities say it is simply a case of double booking.
Internal Affairs Sets Up Special Committee to Investigate Zorzor Riots
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has set up a special committee to investigate the March 4 murder case, which led to the burning of some homes and business centers in Zorzor.
A New Suspect in Zorzor Murder Case
Security sources in Zorzor have revealed that the man in police custody for the murder of Sienneh Korvieh is no longer a suspect. They are now seeking the arrest of another individual in the incidence which led to riots in Zorzor District from March 4 to 5.
Calm Returns to Zorzor After Riots
Security forces have restored calm to Zorzor after rioting due to the murder of a 31-year old woman. The Liberia National Police, Bureau of Immigration and Naturalization, and NSA have increased patrol of the district, buttressed by UNMIL.
Woman’s Murder Sparks Unrest in Zorzor
There was unrest in Zorzor on Wednesday as angry youth burned down businesses and homes owned by residents from the Mandingo ethnic group in retaliation for the murder of a pregnant woman.