By Lennart Dodoo, [email protected]Seeking to address this matter, the Unity Party has filed a Writ for Prohibition with the Supreme Court, aiming to halt the pending confirmation hearing by the Senate. Frank Musa Dean as Associate Justice of the Supreme Court on December 26, 2023, a mere 26 days before relinquishing power. This nomination is intended to replace Associate Justice Joseph Nagbe, who had requested early retirement through a letter to the Chief Justice. The Unity Party further contends that Associate Justice Joseph Nagbe’s request for early retirement does not automatically constitute retirement or create a vacancy on the Supreme Court Bench. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court, on Wednesday, January 3, 2023, issued an assignment for the argument of the case.
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January 05, 2024 18:07 UTC
It was seen as a violation of the so-called “rules of engagement” between Hezbollah and Israel, with clashes largely limited to the border region bar some Israeli airstrikes north of the Litani River. Hezbollah has defended its confrontation with Israel as a show of support with Gaza, which has been battered by an Israeli air and ground assault killing around 23,000 people. In what has become an almost ordinary occurrence since 7 October, Israel targeted border towns and villages in southern Lebanon on Friday, either from the air or with artillery. Hezbollah retaliated by firing several missiles into northern Israel, which are usually intercepted by Israeli air defence systems. At least 175 people have been killed in southern Lebanon since 7 October, including 129 Hezbollah fighters and more than 20 civilians, including three journalists, according to an AFP tally.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 05, 2024 17:53 UTC
Ahead of the upcoming 25th personalities awards by the management and staff of Global News Network, publishers of GNN-Liberia newspaper and www.gnnliberia.com online, the management of pleased to publicly reflect on our last year’s award ceremony in pictures. At our last year ceremony, the former United States Ambassador accredited to Liberia, H.E. Michael A. McCarthy was name as GNN Liberia’s Man of the year – 2022; his quest to see Liberia, Africa’s oldest independent country graduate from the state of rampant corruption, and growing wave of cultural impunity in Liberia nowadays, while Madam Brenda Moore was named as Woman of the Year 2022. Visited 19 times, 19 visit(s) today
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January 05, 2024 17:53 UTC
During the protest, the staffers set up a roadblock, preventing senators from accessing the Senate wing of the Capitol building. Others see him as a professionally competent individual who will perform well on the bench of the Supreme Court. The Petitioners, Unity Party, prays the Supreme Court to prohibit the Senate from conducting confirmation hearings and subsequently confirming Dean as Justice on the Bench of the Supreme Court of Liberia. Due to its urgency, the hearing will take place “en banc” (before the full bench of the Supreme Court). Frank Musa Dean, Jr., the current Minister of Justice and Attorney General, as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of Liberia.
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January 05, 2024 16:20 UTC
In a surprising development, Journalist Sekou Sheriff, CEO of The Voice of Liberia (VOL), a radio station in Monrovia, was arrested on Thursday, January 4, by a sheriff of the court after the Monrovia City Magisterial Court issued a warrant for him. The charges brought against Sheriff include Criminal Coercion, Harassment, Blackmailing, and Disorderly Conduct. The complaint, filed by the Republic of Liberia through Diggs, accuses Sheriff of intentionally tarnishing Diggs' character through social media and a talk show. It also highlights the broader issue of cyberbullying and the potential legal consequences for those who engage in online harassment. Sheriff and his VOL bragged that they had every piece of evidence to substantiate his allegations against the Minister.
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January 05, 2024 12:55 UTC
Sea level rise caused by climate change is putting millions of residents in Liberia’s nine coastal counties out of their homes and destroying their properties. A 2010 UNDP report on climate change in Liberia said that since 1969, sea erosion has removed at least 250 meters of the coastline, representing an average loss of 6.6 meters per year. Billions of people, lives, and livelihoods who are vulnerable to the effects of climate change depend upon the adoption of this recommended approach at Cop28.” DR. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, President, COP28 UAE said. Apart from developmental challenges such as infrastructure, climate change is one of Liberia’s pressing issues. With coastal erosion effects, the loss and damage fund is a financial instrument set up by big polluters to help smaller countries.
Source:Daily Observer
January 05, 2024 07:27 UTC
By Gerald C. Koinyeneh – [email protected]Speaking at the LEC’s annual celebration and awards ceremony, Captan emphasized the pivotal role of teamwork in the corporation’s success. Every individual’s contribution, from management to every staff member, is integral to making LEC what it is today,” Captan said. Captan commended her relentless dedication, highlighting her unwavering commitment as a driving force behind LEC’s success. Dr. Sekajipo emphasized the corporation’s notable positive changes, emphasizing the qualities of quality, integrity, and responsible leadership under Captan’s stewardship. Drawing a comparison between the ESBI and Captan’s management eras, Dr. Sekajipo highlighted the progress made under Captan’s leadership, lauding him as a success-driven manager who has assembled a dynamic and competent team.
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January 04, 2024 19:00 UTC
MONROVIA – The Movement with Integrity for National Development (MIND) backed the speakership bid of the Deputy Speaker J. Fonati Koffa. It added: Now, therefore, in view of the search for Leadership of the house of representatives of the 55th Legislature, in search in which Hon. He boasts the support of his Coalition for Democratic Change’s bloc and score of independent elected lawmakers. Deputy Speaker Koffa, he said, represents everything for better leadership of the 55th Legislature. The group then urged his colleagues to act rightly by voting Deputy Speaker Koffa for the Speakership position as a way of upholding the public respect and decency of the Office of Speaker of the 55th Legislature.
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January 04, 2024 18:56 UTC
President-elect Boakai further recognized the gravity of the tragic situation and understood the profound impact it had on the affected families and the entire country. Additionally, President-elect Boakai participated in a church service close to the tragic site and had engagements with local authorities, emergency responders, and community leaders while extending sympathy to the bereaved families. We will stand with you because this is a family affair," President-Elect Boakai added. Furthermore, remarking at the Church service, President-elect Boakai promised to make available ten million Liberian dollars (10,000,000) and donated 200 bags of rice (25kg). The President-Elect's visit was well-received by the families and local leaders in Bong County.
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January 04, 2024 17:05 UTC
Speaking after the court appearance – counsel for the former President, Joseph F. Kamara told reporters that a dark cloud has today descended upon Sierra Leone and that a dangerous precedent has been set, involving trumped-up charges against a former president of Sierra Leone. Sierra Leone no longer has the death penalty on its statute books for treason. After his brief appearance at the magistrate court today by former President Koroma, the hearing was adjourned till 17th January 2024. Subject to your approval, arrangements will be made to fly Former President Koroma out of Freetown on Thursday 4 January 2024. In addition to seeking Your Excellency’s approval for the departure from Sierra Leone of the Former President on or around the date indicated above, I would like to seek your confirmation that once President Koroma leaves Sierra Leone, the following arrangements (as agreed during the mission) will be put in place:Government of Sierra Leone will discontinue all legal and administrative procedures against him; The Government of Sierra Leone will also continue to disburse to him his benefits as former President; The Government of Sierra Leone will secure his residences in the various locations in Sierra Leone; The Government of Sierra Leone will consider refunding medical and travel expenses he has incurred.
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January 04, 2024 16:26 UTC
The Supreme Court, through the Justice-In-Chambers, Jamesetta Wolokollie, made the decision after the incoming ruling Unity Party filed a Petition for a Writ of Prohibition requesting the halt of Dean’s confirmation as Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of Liberia. Some argue that the focus should be on the character and reputation of the nominee, emphasizing competency and integrity in the role of an Associate Justice. Veteran broadcast journalist Julius Kanubah expressed his support for the President's authority to nominate a new Associate Justice. He stressed the importance of these qualities in an Associate Justice and questioned the extent to which the nominee can be trusted to deliver impartial justice. Kanubah believes that answers to these critical questions are central to determining who should become an Associate Justice and the potential consequences for the administration of justice in Liberia.
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January 04, 2024 13:57 UTC
Pakistan deports over 780 Afghan migrants in last 24 hoursBy Amu TVPakistan deported 785 Afghan migrants on Wednesday, Jan. 3, continuing its efforts to repatriate undocumented immigrants, according to Pakistani media. This number closely mirrors the deportations reported on Jan. 2. Pakistani media figures indicate that since last November, a total of 458,046 undocumented Afghans have been returned to Afghanistan. The Taliban has reported that since the deportations began last October, approximately 800,000 Afghans have been deported from Pakistan. Read More of this storyVisited 15 times, 15 visit(s) today
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January 04, 2024 12:39 UTC
Freetown, Sierra Leone — Former Sierra Leone President Ernest Bai Koroma has been charged with four counts of treason in connection with an attempted coup. “The former president is charged with four offenses, including treason, misprision of reason, and two counts of harboring,” a statement released by the country’s Ministry of Information and Civic Education said on Wednesday, January 3. Since being questioned about the coup attempt, Mr. Koroma has been under house arrest. Koroma is the immediate past president of Sierra Leone. He served as president for 11 years until the election in 2018, which saw the current President Julius Maada Bio come to power.
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January 04, 2024 12:20 UTC
By Selma Lomax [email protected]WestCreast Ltd is a mineral exploration and development company owned by West26 PTE Ltd of Singapore. The amount was donated by Mr. Kamara to the district’s lawmaker, Moima Briggs-Mensah. Mr. Kamara said the company’s gesture resonates with its mission, which is promotion of wellbeing and development. Mr. Kamara recognized others’ support to the victims and said his company’s gesture Tuesday, January 2, 2024 is meant to be complementary to those efforts. In remarks, Rep. Briggs-Mensah showered praises on Mr. Kamara and his company for their gesture, praying for them for remembering to support their needy fellow Liberians.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 03, 2024 19:39 UTC
Monrovia – The New Generation International Ministries Church commends Cassell Anthony Kouh for his efforts in donating food and non-food items to hundreds of Liberians, including the underprivileged and older individuals in Monrovia and its environs. Kouh’s gesture comes after his seven years of incarceration in prison in the United States of America for fraud. Since his release, Kouh has proven to be a changed man, dedicating himself to giving back to the community. Morris called on well-established individuals and organizations to follow Kouh’s example in extending helping hands to those in desperate need. The Deacon from New Generation International Ministries Church emphasized that the appreciations and prayers from the beneficiaries mean a lot to him, emphasizing that whatever he is doing is for God’s blessing.
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January 03, 2024 19:39 UTC