The Institute for Research and Democratic Development has released its 2016 report on the performance of lawmakers in the 53rd National Legislature.
Wilfred Bangura Defends Prince Johnson’s Poor Marks in IREDD’s 2016 Legislative Report
The Institute for Research and Democratic Development has released its Legislative Report Card for 2016, once again grading Nimba Senator Prince Yormie Johnson poorly.
Court Grants Sherman Medical Leave
The Supreme Court of Liberia has granted a medical leave to Varney Sherman, one of the co-defendants in the ongoing Sable Mining bribery case.
Tyler, Sherman, Others Plead Not Guilty in Corruption Trial
Defendants in the Global Witness corruption case have pleaded not guilty to court charges.
Court Fines Corruption Indictees for Ditching Trial on Opening Day
A judge has imposed a US$200 fine each on seven indictees in the widely publicized Global Witness corruption case.
Liberia Revenue Authority Investigates Logging Companies for US$25 million in Unpaid Taxes
The Liberia Revenue Authority says it is investigating a Global Witness’ report that logging companies in the country owe US$$25 million in unpaid taxes.
Speaker Tyler Finally Recuses Himself Amidst Pressure
Speaker Alex Tyler has finally recused himself from proceedings at the House of Representatives.
Elections Commission Investigating Unity Party for Sable Mining Donations
National Elections Commission Chairman Jerome Korkoya has confirmed that the organization has launched an investigation into the Unity Party for constitutional violations. The infractions involve receiving political contributions from Sable Mining, as alleged in a Global Witness report.