After a testy interaction with a Liberian BBC journalist, the Executive Mansion’s attempt to clarify a controversial statement by President George Weah appears to not have resolved the issue.
As UNMIL Ends Peacekeeping Mandate, Weah Commends UN
After several extensions to its mission, the United Nations Mission in Liberia has finally closed its peace keeping operations.
Medical Students Protest; Weah Orders Stipends Paid
On Wednesday, students from the University of Liberia’s School of Pharmacy and the A. M. Dogliotti College of Medicine stormed the grounds of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the office of President George Weah, in protest of stipends they said had been delayed by six months.
University Students Call on Supreme Court to Expedite Nimba Election Dispute
A little over five months since the election of representatives on October 10 and Nimba’s fourth district’s election dispute is still yet to be settled.
New Ganta Mayor Names City Hall Construction as Priority
The mayor designate for Ganta, Amos Suah, has disclosed that his top priority for the city when he is confirmed as mayor will be to construct a city hall.
Activist Group Frowns on Gov’t for Reducing Key Ministries’ Budget
A group known as the Economic Freedom Fighters of Liberia has voiced its disapproval with Pres. George Weah’s decision to reduce the budget of the several ministries and agencies in his recast budget submitted to the legislature.
Weah Appoints First Female Deputy Chief of Staff
President George Weah has appointed Col. Geraldine George as the deputy chief of staff of the Armed Forces of Liberia.
IMF: Liberia’s Economy Poised for Recovery
The Head of Delegation of the International Monetary Fund to Liberia, Mika Saito, has predicted that Liberia’s economy is poised for recovery following a difficult period.