With the first round of elections over across the country, the ruling Unity Party, which finished second behind the opposition Coalition for Democratic Change, is worried about the results thus far.
Unity Party Loses Margibi, First Since 1997
Election results released by the National Elections Commission puts the opposition Coalition for Democratic Change of Sen. George Weah ahead of Unity Party, marking the first general election loss for the ruling party in Margibi since 1997.
NEC Ends Training to Allow Visually Impaired to Vote Independently
The National Elections Commission has completed a regional trainer of trainers workshop in Kakata to train people with disabilities on how to properly and independently vote using the tactile ballot guide.
Campaign Violence Leaves Several Wounded in Margibi’s Second District
Several persons in Margibi’s second electoral district have been injured and properties have been damaged as a result of a riot between supporters of independent candidate Ivar Kokulo Jones and the incumbent lawmaker Ballah Zayzay.
Sen. Johnson Says Role in Civil War Irrelevant to Presidential Bid
Nimba’s Sen. Prince Johnson and former rebel leader of the defunct Independent National Patriotic Front of Liberia has stated that he has no regrets over his role in the 14-year civil crisis.
Salala Rubber Reaffirms Ban on Politics
The management of the Salala Rubber Corporation has reaffirmed its ban on all political activities, including rallies and meetings, on the premises.
With Highway Inaccessible, RIA Advises Travelers to Use 15 Gate Route
The Liberia Airport Authority has warned airport users to take the Red light to 15 Gate route as the water level increases on the Robertsfield Highway.
Internews-Sponsored Debates Marked by Chaos in Margibi
Citizens in Margibi and candidates vying for the five representative seats of the county in the upcoming elections have criticized the Center for Media Studies and Peacebuilding for poorly conducting debates in Margibi’s first, second, third, and fifth districts.