Author: Henry Karmo

MONROVIA – Monday, August 28, 2023, marks a significant milestone in the education sector of Liberia as the Ministry of Education, in collaboration with USAID, commenced the implementation of the Education Systems Strengthening Activity (ESSA).

MONROVIA – A non-legally binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed between AIFO-Liberia, Liberia Opportunities Industrialization Center Inc (LOIC), and the National Commission on Disabilities-NCD. The MOU aims to ensure that people with disabilities have opportunities to obtain skills training.

Bomi County – Sources from Bomi County have disclosed to FrontPageAfrica that the recent incident during President George Weah’s campaign visit, where members of the crowd openly voiced their disagreement with his endorsement of incumbent Senator Morris Saytumah, may have involved individuals strategically placed by his political rivals.

MONROVIA – Unity Party standard bearer, Joseph Nyumah-Boakai, has pledged to raise Liberia’s national budget to over one billion United States dollars during his presidency. He intends to achieve this goal through improved tax revenue collection.

MONROVIA – The Unity Party standard bearer Joseph Nyumah Boakai has revealed that he took a stand for peace in 2017 when he decided to concede defeat. He shared that he had received advice from Mr. Benoni Urey, the leader of the All Liberian Party (ALP), to protest against the election results that declared President George Weah the winner.

MONROVIA – The mortal remains of the deceased lawmaker from District #1, Grand Bassa County Representative Hans Barchue, were laid in state on Thursday in the rotunda of the capitol building. This ceremony marked the final tribute bestowed upon him for his dedicated service to his country during his time on Earth.

MONROVIA – The stage is set for a fierce competition in the upcoming October 10, 2023 Presidential and general elections, as a staggering number of candidates – 1030 to be exact – vie for 105 coveted elected positions within the executive branch of the government and the legislature. While only a fortunate 105 will emerge victorious, the remaining 925 will have to accept defeat.

MONROVIA – A leaked report obtained by this paper reveals that the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee has recommended to the Senate Plenary the rejection of the confirmation of Madam Tracy Ashley Grigsby as the Ambassador to the Republic of France and Permanent Delegate to the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

Liberia, like many African nations, benefits from a substantial youthful population. Statistics reveal that young individuals constitute two-thirds of Liberia’s populace, presenting both an asset and a potential liability. The outcome depends significantly on the conduct and participation of young people throughout the election period.

MONROVIA – Senator Darius Dillon of Montserrado County, who also serves as the chairman of the Unity Party campaign team for Montserrado County, has officially declared that the incumbent Representative of District #10 in Montserrado County is the candidate endorsed by the Unity Party.