Author: Editorial Board

ONCE AGAIN, Liberia finds itself engulfed in the flames of tragedy, with fire incidents ravaging communities and claiming lives with alarming frequency. From humble dwellings to the grand abode of political elites, no one is spared from the indiscriminate wrath of these infernos. Yet, as the flames rage on, the government’s response remains tepid and ineffective, failing to address the root causes or adequately equip those tasked with battling these blazes.

UNDER THE RESOLUTE leadership of Speaker J. Fonati Koffa, Liberia stands on the brink of a historic milestone in its pursuit of justice and reconciliation. The imminent establishment of a War and Economic Crimes Court, propelled by Speaker Koffa’s unwavering commitment, signifies a profound shift towards accountability and healing for the victims of Liberia’s tumultuous past. FOR TOO LONG, the wounds of Liberia’s civil war have festered, leaving countless individuals scarred by the horrors they endured. Economic crimes have further deepened the suffering of the Liberian people, perpetuating injustice and undermining the nation’s efforts to rebuild and move forward. But…

The Editor, Come what may, Cllr. Kabineh Ja’neh, former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of Liberia is not and should never be viewed and considered as the only Liberian Jurist, and therefore, there is no moral or legal reason to re-nominate, re-commission and reappoint an impeached, removed and disbarred Justice of the Supreme Court back to the Supreme Court.

PRESIDENT JOSEPH Nyuma Boakai has taken the decisive action long overdue by issuing Executive Order No. 126, establishing the Office of Assets Recovery. This bold move, aimed at reclaiming the ill-gotten gains of corrupt former government officials, is an essential leap forward in our relentless crusade against corruption in Liberia.

PRESIDENT JOSEPH BOAKAI used his first official foreign trip last week, to visit next-door neighbor, Cote d’Ivoire, a key supplier of electricity to Liberia through the landmark CLSG project, which connects Cote d’Ivoire with Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea, with the flow of electricity.

IN THE HEAT OF the Liberian civil war, warlords of Charles Taylor’s National Patriotic Front of Liberia destroyed the Walter F. Walker Hydro Dam as part of the Mount Coffee Hydropower Project, a hydroelectric project on the Saint Paul River, which supplied electricity most of the country.

THE RECENT tumultuous events surrounding the dismissal of government officials, particularly the case of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) commissioners and the ongoing controversy at the National Fishery and Aquaculture Authority (NAFAA), highlight a troubling trend in Liberian governance. These incidents underscore the urgent need for a commitment to justice, adherence to legal frameworks, and a culture of respect for institutional integrity.

AS LIBERIA CHARTS its course towards progress and development under the leadership of President Joseph Boakai, it is imperative to recognize and address one of the most pressing challenges facing the nation: the dire need for stable electricity. The state of electricity provision in Liberia is not just a matter of convenience; it is a fundamental driver of economic growth, social development, and overall national prosperity.

TWO RECENT missteps have put President Joseph Boakai and his government under the microscope – a controversial trip by the President to Accra, Ghana, and Vice President Jeremiah Koung’s domineering influence and conflict of interest regarding the use of the private plane of a Ghanaian businessman with multiple interests in Liberia.

IN THE WAKE OF RECENT EVENTS, Liberia finds itself at a crossroads where the unexpected lack of appointments and completion of the National Security framework has laid bare the vulnerabilities within the nation’s security apparatus. The ominous signs of inadequate coordination in intelligence and protection mechanisms highlight a critical need for immediate action, particularly from President Boakai, to fortify the country’s national security institutions.