Author: Lennart Dodoo

MONROVIA – During his confirmation hearing before the Senate Committee on Lands, Mines, Energy, Mineral Resources, and Environment, Mr. Amara M. Kamara, the designated Commissioner of the Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission (LERC), underscored the critical importance of the energy sector in driving sustained economic progress and societal advancement in Liberia.

Dear Members of the Peter Quaqua Mediation Team, I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to you with a heavy heart but also with a fervent hope for resolution and restoration within our esteemed Press Union of Liberia (PUL).

MONROVIA – In a notable recognition of Liberia’s strides toward democracy and peace, former President George Weah (2018-2024) has been nominated for the esteemed Chatham House Prize for the year 2024. The nomination comes in acknowledgment of President Weah’s graceful concession following Liberia’s 2023 elections, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s democratic journey.

MONROVIA – The Asset Recovery Team, established by President Boakai through an Executive Order to identify and retrieve stolen government assets as well as assets acquired through acts of corruption, seized a vehicle belonging to the former Inspector General of Police, Col. Patrick Sudue, and several taxis reportedly owned by the former Chief of Protocol of George Weah’s administration, Madam Finda Bundo, on Wednesday.

Monrovia – The National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL) finds itself embroiled in a scandal as the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) launches an investigation into allegations of money laundering and corruption within the company’s administration.

MONROVIA – The draft of the National Budget, which will initiate the agenda of President Joseph Boakai’s administration, is currently before the Legislature for scrutiny, adjudication, and approval. The proposed budget of US$692.41 million is slightly lower than what the previous administration had presented to the Legislature. However, that budget was sent back to the Executive when President Boakai assumed leadership to allow him the opportunity to realign it with the priorities of his government.

MONROVIA – Former Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has expressed her surprise at the fact that the United States has not yet had a female president. The first female president in Africa’s history, Sirleaf highlighted America’s influential global position and its role as a beacon of leadership in various international endeavors, yet have not given women the space and opportunity to manifest their leadership ability at the highest level.

MONROVIA – Amid the fervor of the 2023 election campaign, Joseph Boakai’s decision to align with Nimba County Senator Prince Y. Johnson stirred apprehension. Many feared that Sen. Johnson might wield excessive influence over the presidency, particularly with his ‘godson,’ Jeremiah Koung, selected as Boakai’s Vice Presidential candidate.

MONROVIA – FrontPageAfrica has obtained several leaked vouchers revealing huge sums of money disbursed by the National Port Authority (NPA) to the former ruling Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) during the recently concluded election campaign.

MONROVIA – The Bea Mountain Mining Corporation has issued a staunch defense of its Country General Manager, Mr. Debar W. Allen, in response to calls for his removal by certain factions within the country. The Board of Directors and Senior Management of the corporation expressed their “utter dismay” at these statements, affirming their unwavering support for Allen.