Author: Editorial Board

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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AS FAR BACK as 1739, Benjamin Franklin, the American inventor, statesman and accomplished publisher and printer, published in his annual Almanack, “Poor Richard”, an adage that has now become one of the world’s most famous sayings, often used as a reminder that people should be cautious of the company they keep.

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ON THE EVE of this week’s runoff elections, Justice Minister Frank Musah Dean issued a stern warning to all actors in the ongoing electoral process to steer clear of announcing results of the runoff ahead of the National Elections Commission, the statutory body charged with the mandate to conduct elections, which includes announcement of results.

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IN THE AFTERMATH of Tuesday’s runoff election, one glaring issue demands our immediate attention and introspection: the shockingly low voter turnout. The disappointing numbers reveal a disheartening reality about our collective commitment to the democratic process and, by extension, our national well-being. It is a matter of grave concern that, as citizens of this great nation, we seem to be losing sight of the importance of active civic engagement, a fundamental pillar on which our democracy stands.

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