For the last few weeks, there have been frantic attempts by some of our distinguished colleagues to make Speaker Tyler recuse himself as presiding officer of the Honorable House of Representatives based on a criminal indictment against him.
Open Letter to Senator Ed Markey: Take Action Against Excessive African Legislators’ Salaries
United States Senator Edward Markey of Massachusetts recently concluded a three-day visit to Liberia along with two U.S. representatives. The trip marked the conclusion of Operation Onward Liberty, a program to help build a professional Liberian military. Human rights activist, Torli Krua, pens this letter to the senator in light of his visit.
OP-ED: I Paid a Bribe; Here’s Why
Every day in Liberia, there are probably thousands of cases where citizens are caught breaking the law and get away with it by paying bribes.
OP-ED: Jerrut, the Epitome of Genius
Jerrut Kulah was one of only three girls, along with seven boys, who reached Division II in the WAEC Examination for 2016.
OP-ED: Incompetence and Poor Planning Rain on Cuttington Graduates’ Parade
Cuttington University’s image as the nation’s premier institution of learning does not match its haphazardly planned commencement ceremony.
OP-ED: Changing the Narratives for Post-Electoral Success in Liberia
As the 2017 elections draw closer, what are ways through which we can keep our leaders accountable?
OP-ED: What Could Africa Learn from Liberia After 169 Years of Independence?
Liberia is in a bad spot but are there any lessons that Africa’s oldest republic can teach other African countries?
OP-ED: Resurrection of Citizens’ Dissent of 1847
On July 16, 1847, citizens of the Commonwealth of Liberia declared Liberia as Africa’s first republic. Yes, a republic – a state in which supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives.