The President said in his communication that the objective of the Act is to amend the Act establishing the Ministry of Internal Affairs and to create in its stead the Ministry of Local Government consistent with the Local Government Act of 2018. “When enacted, the Ministry of Local Government shall be responsible for providing executive oversight to, mentor, and guide all local governments, specifically in their management of balanced, socio-economic development programs. These include communal farming, research, boundary harmonization; empowerment of local communities, strengthening of the delivery of social services, cultural and traditional practices,” the President indicated. Meanwhile, President Boakai has also written the House of Representatives to approve AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 30, PUBLIC AUTHORITIES LAW, LIBERIAN CODES OF LAW REVISED TO ESTABLISH THE Liberia NATIONAL TOURISM AUTHORITY ACT (LNTA). “The Tourism Sector, when properly managed, will be an engine of investment, employment, growth, national development, international integration and reconciliation,” the President averred.

Green Advocates International and the Allard K. Lowenstein International Human Rights Clinic of Yale Law School have written the UN, calling for stronger protection of environmental defenders attending the annual Conference of the Parties (COP) events. Organized under the auspices of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), COP is the world’s largest forum for international climate negotiations. COP meetings are currently the preeminent forum for international climate negotiations and involve discussions on climate change and other related environmental issues. The report identifies critical gaps in protection for environmental defenders. The clinic team, comprising Shehla Chowdhury, Chloe Miller, Sonya Schoenberger and Ding Yuan, under the supervision of Hope Metcalf (Lecturer in Law and Executive Director, Schell Center for International Human Rights) and Alfred Brownell (Tom and Andi Bernstein Visiting Human Rights Fellow and Founder of Green Advocates International, worked on a year-long project that evaluated risks facing global climate defenders.

By Lennart Dodoo, [email protected]Western Cluster Limited – Its BeginningWestern Cluster Limited is a subsidiary of Elenilto Minerals & Mining, an international mining and exploration group. In 2008, Delta Mining Consolidated won a US$1.5 billion bid to develop the Western Cluster Iron Ore Deposit in Liberia. Sesa Goa Limited, a subsidiary of Vedanta PLC, acquired 51% of Western Cluster Limited from Elenilto for US$90 million in a ‘flip’ deal. Boakai who does not see the essence of the company in the country and has threatened to close Western Cluster Limited. Boakai said, “I just met the lawyer for Western Cluster this morning and I told him we’re going to close them down.

He said Liberia is rapidly cultivating democratic values for healthy democratization, peaceful advancement, and enduring permanency. “The transfer of political power from one democratically elected President to another democratically elected President in our recent history is a testament to this significant democratic progress”, he stated. The bill is entitled, “An Act to amend Title 12, Chapter 1, Part 1, Executive Law, Liberian Codes of Law Revised By Creating A New Sub-Chapter “E” To Be Known- As Presidential Transition Act. There is no law governing presidential transition in Liberia. The latest transition that ushered in President Boakai and his Vice President Koung were marred by controversy and blame shifting.

Gboko Stewart, gboko@journalrage.orgPaynesville -- An activist couple living in the suburbs of Paynesville has been alarmed over repeated threats on their lives due to their open acceptance of people from the LGBTQ+ community in Liberia. The couple, Mr.& Mrs. Nyanti, said their calamity began in June 2023 when they posted photos on Facebook wearing apparels which depicted support for the LGBTQ+ community while on vacation in the United States. No gay rights people welcome here, y'all go back to where y'all came from. Y'all don't bring your demonic gay rights activities in our country. But the gay community says harassment and discrimination are widespread.

The Supreme Court on April 30 declined to hear a Bill of Information filed by the Board of Commissioners of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) and the Chairperson of the Governance Commission to declare their suspension by President Joseph Boakai unlawful. Associate Justice Yussif Kaba, currently presiding in Chambers of the Supreme Court, wrote a statement declining to hear the bill. Despite Justice Kaba's decision, the suspended tenured officials could file the request before the Full Bench of the Supreme Court. The tenured officials' latest legal battle was triggered by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai's recent action to have them all suspended. They claim the letter of indefinite suspension places an impossible condition for President Boakai to lift the suspension.

By Rédaction Africanews |UNITED KINGDOM – British authorities have started detaining migrants as part of preparations to relocate them to Rwanda within the next nine to 11 weeks. The government announced on Wednesday, marking a significant step in Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s immigration strategy. In April, Parliament endorsed legislation to facilitate the transfer of asylum seekers to Rwanda if they entered Britain without authorization. Photographs shared by the UK’s interior ministry on Wednesday depict individuals being detained by immigration enforcement officials, underscoring the swift implementation of these measures. According to The Sun Newspaper, Britain has already initiated its first asylum seeker relocation to Rwanda under a voluntary program, distinct from the deportation policy.

2024 (Saba) – Poland announced today the deployment of its forces in the Warmian-Masuria border province with Russia as part of the NATO “Standing Defender 2024” exercises, which will take place from May 4 to 6. The Supreme Command of the Polish Armed Forces said in a statement that it deployed its forces in the region, as part of exercises between May 4 and 6 in the regions of the provinces of West Pomeranian, Pomeranian, and Warmian-Masuria. In recent years, Russia has reported unprecedented NATO activity on its western border. NATO continues to expand eastward, as Finland and Sweden, neighboring Russia, have joined the alliance in ongoing military maneuvers near the Russian border. Moscow has repeatedly expressed its concern about the buildup of NATO forces in Europe.

“To be frank with you, the mining sector has been one of the problems in this country. The production for this illicit mining produced a minimum of 8,000 grams of gold per day, equivalent to US$584,000 per day. Photo 3: One of the mining rights that Barry reportedly acquired through dubious meansMonakorlleh Town, Zalakai Mining District, Gbarpolu County. The production for this illicit mining produced a minimum of 5,000.00 grams of gold per day, equivalent to US$365,000.00 per day. Here, Gao is allegedly conducting illicit mining with four (4) excavators and two (2) washing plants since November 2023, without any proper mining licenses, the production for this illicit mining is unknown and needs further investigation.

In preparation for this deadline, awareness campaigns have been intensified in four southeastern counties: Maryland, River Gee, Grand Kru, and Grand Gedeh. According to CBL Communications Consultant Cyrus Badio, the awareness campaign aims to remind Liberians of the May 15 deadline, after which the old banknotes will no longer be legal tender. He emphasized that until the expiration date, the old banknotes remain legal tender, and individuals should not reject them. After May 15, the old banknotes will only be accepted by the Central Bank and its regional hubs, not commercial banks. Failure to accept the old banknotes before the May 15 deadline may result in legal consequences as outlined by the Central Bank.

Vivid Reflection of Amos C. Sawyer CollegeThe Unblemished Evidence of Landmark Achievements of Amos C. Sawyer College under the dynamic leadership of the Dean, Associate Prof. Josephus Moses Gray are highlighted below. The article mainly focuses on the accomplishments of Amos C. Sawyer College under the leadership of Associate Professor Dr. Josephus Moses Gray. Liberia College owes its origins to the arrival of scholars and teachers from the American Colonization Society (ACS). He continued: “We are pleased to bestow on the achievable President of UL and the illustrious Dean of Amos Claudius Sawyer College. Future Plans for Amos Sawyer CollegeShort Term (1-2 Years)The usage of crayons (chalks) to teach should be abolished.

In January, a number of countries suspended its funding to UNRWA after Israel accused the humanitarian organization of being linked to the attacks. Denmark, however, was among the countries that announced they will wait for the result of the UN investigation to take a decision. Similarly, the Danish Government will disburse the Danish core contribution to UNRWA amounting to DKK 105 million. This contribution will support the organisation’s programme initiatives for Palestine refugees in Palestine, Lebanon, Jordan and Syria, with a particular focus on the humanitarian situation in Gaza,” the ministry said. Therefore, in line with a number of like-minded countries, we have decided to disburse our planned contribution,” he said.

A local social group, comprised of employees of the Ministries of State for Presidential Affairs and Public Works, Friends for Life, new leadership has been indicted into office for a two-year term. The induction ceremony which was held in Barnerville Area ‘A’ was performed by the Publisher and Chief Executive Officer of the Global News Network Incorporated, Joel Cholo Brooks, the colorful occasion was graced by several invitees. Those officially inducted include David Z. Mulbah; National Chairman, Alexander T. Mumford; Co-Chairman, Richard S. Tarr; Secretary General, Zayzay B. Seymour; Financial Secretary, Moses Yeakese; Champlain, and Burphy V. Wheaton; Parliamentarian. Friends for Life was established in May of 2023 with aims and objective of been a brothers: keepers at all time. Visited 26 times, 4 visit(s) today

Unfortunately, in Liberia today, there are many BAD LAWYERS THAN GOOD LAWYERS. The question is, did the Legal Adviser read this Chapter/Article 89 to the Cabinet during the discussion on the tenure positions? The Minister was asked by one of the defended Councils to read the paragraph that followed what the Minister read. We believe there was a reason why President Weah did not sign the Bill that would have repealed tenure positions. NULLIFICATION of the TENURE POSITIONS IS NOT AS IMPORTANT AS THE ABOVE.

The House is demanding clarifications on these actions and their implications for China Union’s purpose and compliance with the MDA. They view China Union’s promises as a ploy to appease government officials rather than a genuine commitment to improve working conditions at the troubled Chinese mine. “We don’t trust China Union any longer, but our hope is on our Lawmaker, Foday Fahnbulleh. She says China Union’s action was meant to please top government officials instead of being genuine to work in the interest of the common people. Fahnbulleh stated, “The people elected me for this, and this is the beginning of the engagement with China Union.