Liberia: Leaked Audio Reveals Diverging Account of Murder Incident at Former Chief Justice’s Residence
MONROVIA – FrontPageAfrica has acquired an audio recording that seems to capture a telephone conversation between co-defendant Gertrude Newton and an unidentified individual. In this conversation, co-defendant Gertrude offers an account of the events surrounding the untimely demise of Charloe Musu at the residence of former Chief Justice Gloria Musu Scott. She also informed the caller that the security guards assigned to the compound were nowhere to be found when the incident unfolded. Gertrude then went to Rebecca’s room and requested the security guards to break the window to allow them to escape. The security guards complied, enabling Gertrude, Rebecca, and Alice Johnson to exit the house through the window.
Source:Front Page Africa
July 07, 2023 17:11 UTC
Liberia To Host CAF Women Championship League Qualifiers
Monrovia – Liberia is proud to announce that it has been chosen as the host country for the upcoming Total Energies Confederation of African Football Women Championship League Qualifiers, WAFU Zone A. The opening match of the day will see Liberia’s defending champions, Determine Girls, take on As Mande from Mali. The day will conclude with a match between Senegal’s As Dakar Sacre Coeur and Sierra Leone’s Mogbewmo Queens. Hosts Determine Girls will wrap up the competition by taking on neighboring team Mogbewmo Queens from Sierra Leone. As the competition approaches, Liberia’s defending champions, Determine Girls, are leaving no stone unturned in their preparations for the tournament next month.
Source:Front Page Africa
July 07, 2023 15:17 UTC
Domestic Airport Workers Plan Shutdown In Demand Of Salary Arrears Seven Months’ Salary Arrears
MONROVIA — Employees at the James Spriggs Payne Airport, a Domestic Airport in Monrovia, have threatened to shut down all activities at the airport following management’s alleged failure to pay salary arrears it owes them. By Edwin G. Genoway, Jr (231886458910)-[email protected]The aggrieved domestic airport workers are alleging that management owes them over seven months salary, with absolutely no assurance of said debt being settled anytime soon. The angry airport employees have therefore threatened to shut down the entire facility in an attempt to claim the attention of President George Weah and his government. The aggrieved James Sprigs Payne airport workers bemoaned the impact adverse effect of said act by management in the midst of serious economic constraints facing the country. But the airport manager has however declined speaking on the issues after several attempts getting him to speak on the matter.
Source:Front Page Africa
July 06, 2023 21:19 UTC
Liberia: PATEL Chairman Accused the Weah-led Government of ‘Strangulating’ Liberian Own businesses
Monrovia – Dominic Nimely, National Chairman of the Patriotic Entrepreneurs of Liberia (PATEL) has stressed that President George Weah has abandoned Liberian own businesses despite his pronouncement of not letting Liberian own businesses be spectators in the Liberian economy. He is the National Chairman of Commerce and Trade at the Liberia Business Association and President of Liberia Used Cars Dealership Association. “I remember President Weah told us that we will not be spectators. He added: “We met President Weah two different times after his inauguration in 2018. Because they will be doing the right thing and those foreign business people will cut off their friendship with them (Lawmakers).
Source:Front Page Africa
July 06, 2023 21:13 UTC
Liberia: Pres. Weah Receives One of Israel's Most Prestigious Awards
If you support Israel, you support the Jewish people," Mr. Evans maintained. Speaking further, the FOZ President said President Weah has demonstrated support for the state of Israel on the African continent and global summits. You have stood and continue to stand for the rights of the Jewish Nation and the world," the Min. Minister Cohen promised Israel's unwavering commitment to President Weah and the people of Liberia. "This award is a motivation for me to continue what I have been doing for the Jewish people and Israel," President Weah said.
Source:Daily Observer
July 05, 2023 13:39 UTC
US$65 Million Financing Agreement Ratified Amidst Legislative Pressure and Stricter Conditions
In response to these apprehensions, certain lawmakers convinced their colleagues that refusing to ratify the financing loan agreement could have disastrous consequences for the government, potentially causing a complete collapse. Nevertheless, the government deemed this measure a necessary compromise given the pressing need for the US$65 million loan. In summary, the US$65 million financing agreement was ratified amidst considerable legislative pressure and strict conditions set by international partners, ultimately aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability within Liberia’s public sector. However, Senator Smith changed his stance a day later, stating that he now supported the loan agreement. Notably, Senator Conmany Wesseh presented an argument in favor of the loan agreement, much to the dismay of his colleagues.
Source:Front Page Africa
July 05, 2023 08:43 UTC
Liberia: 14-Yr-Old Raped By Own Relative
After enduring the ordeal for some time, Korpo decided to confide in the Town Chief, hoping for intervention. However, the Town Chief hesitated to take action, leaving Korpo feeling helpless and her body deteriorating from the emotional distress. When Korpo reported the abuse to the Town Chief, he allegedly dragged his feet in addressing the issue. However, her uncle, Morris (also the Town Chief), intervened, insisting that they handle the matter within the family and inform the community before involving the police. Richard White, the secretary of Koko Town, shared a similar account, vowing to bring Koko to justice.
Source:Front Page Africa
July 05, 2023 08:33 UTC
Liberia: Unity Party Standard Bearer, Officials, Risk Being Arrested and Jailed over Refusal to Settle Rent Arrears
On February 23, 2021, McClain filed a summary proceeding against the Unity Party Chairman and all those in authority to recover possession of the real property. On November 23, 2021, the court held the Unity Party liable and ordered the Sheriff to evict the UP. However, on June 14, 2022, the Unity Party filed a response for a payment stipulation. However, the Unity Party failed to comply with the mandate. Once again, the Unity Party failed to honor the court’s mandate.
Source:Front Page Africa
July 04, 2023 18:42 UTC
Liberia: LBDI Appoints New CEO
The Board of Directors of the Liberian Bank for Development & Investment (LBDI) has appointed Mr. Christian N. Allison, II, as the bank’s new CEO, effective July 1, 2023. Mr. Allison comes to the LBDI with a unique perspective after working as a financial services regulator and risk management professional at the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) for more than 21 years. Mr. Allison has several professional certificates from various training programs. He has facilitated training courses for bankers in the West African region on corporate governance and risk management at the West African Institute for Financial & Economic Management (WAIFEM). Mr. Allison is no stranger to the LBDI.
Source:Daily Observer
June 30, 2023 21:12 UTC
Outgoing U.S. Ambassador Michael McCarthy Highlights Key Achievements of Weah-led Government at U.S. Independence Anniversary Celebration
MONROVIA – The Executive Pavilion in downtown Monrovia was a scene of laughter and celebration on Thursday when the U.S. Embassy in Monrovia commemorated the 247th Independence anniversary of the United States of America. By: Gerald C. Koinyeneh – [email protected]The United States’ Independence anniversary is commemorated officially on July 4 every year, but the U.S. Embassy in Monrovia usually observes the historic day before the actual date. At the event attended by President George Manneh Weah and top officials of the Liberian Government, United States Ambassador Michael McCarthy hailed the enduring partnership and remarkable history of Liberia and the United States share. McCarthy, who does not shy away from flagging out the Liberian Government’s shortcomings, lauded the Weah-led government as he outlined some of its achievements. McCarthy said the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) has made significant strides in the energy sector under the all-Liberian management team headed by Monie Captan.
Source:Front Page Africa
June 30, 2023 20:26 UTC
Like Father Like Son: Tim Weah completes Juventus Medical
Monrovia – Timothy Weah is on the verge of making history as the second American player to join Italian giants Juventus, following the completion of a transfer deal between the two sides. Weah arrived in Italy on Thursday, June 29, 2023, accompanied by his mother, brother George Champ Weah Jr., and his agent. Once the club completes the signing process, they will officially announce Weah as a Juventus player. The American striker, who is the son of Liberian President and former football star George Weah, underwent medical tests to ensure his fitness and readiness for the upcoming season. Following in his father’s footsteps, Timothy Weah has already enjoyed a successful spell in France, winning five titles during his time there.
Source:Front Page Africa
June 30, 2023 14:47 UTC
Liberia: ECOWAS Commends Sierra Leone for Holding Peaceful Elections
The ECOWAS Election Observation Mission to Sierra Leone has commended the electoral commission for conducting a peaceful election despite glitches. “The security forces, the general populace, who collectively played their parts in ensuring a peaceful conduct of the 2023 general elections. Sierra Leone is a country in west Africa that recently held its fifth elections on Saturday, June 24, 2023, since the end of the country’s brutal civil war. “The securityforces, the general populace, who collectively played their parts in ensuringa peaceful conduct of the 2023 general elections. them were the All People’s Party(APC), headed by Samura Kamara, and the Sierra Leone People’s Party(SLPP), headed by then incumbent Julius Maada Bio.
Source:Daily Observer
June 30, 2023 08:42 UTC
Liberia: Judiciary Communications Director Gives Insight in the Land Dispute Involving Chief Justice Youh and the Disadvantaged Youth in Marshall City
Supreme Court Communication Director, Darryl Ambrose Nmah, has clarified the recent Marshall land dispute case involving Chief Justice Her Honor Sie -A- Nyene Yuoh. “The Chief Justice has never bought any property from Clarence Momolu,” Nmah stated firmly. Interestingly, this property is in close proximity to another property owned by the Chief Justice. According to Nmah’s account, upon arriving at the property, the Chief Justice encountered a man who claimed ownership. The land dispute in Marshall remains a contentious issue, with multiple parties providing conflicting accounts of the events.
Source:Front Page Africa
June 29, 2023 21:11 UTC
Liberia: Woman, 26, Arrested with Drugs Worth Over US$6K
“The operation underscores a growing commitment from the Liberian government to crack down on drug-related criminal activities,” LDEA Bong County Commander Gokor said. The Liberia Drugs Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has arrested a 26-year-old woman with a consignment of narcotic drugs worth US$6K. Helena Sulonteh, who was arrested in Gbarnga, Bong County, was carrying 150 grams of heroin and raw cocaine. “The valuable intelligence helps us to track the activities of this young woman, ultimately leading to her apprehension and the seizure of a significant quantity of unlawful substances,” Joseph Gokor, LDEA Commander in Bong County said. Solunteh's arrest preceded the 54th Legislature’s passage of several amendments to the country’s drug law, making most offenses non-bailable.
Source:Daily Observer
June 29, 2023 17:07 UTC
YMCA-Liberia Urges Government Action against Illicit Drug Trade and Trafficking
Davis expressed concern about the ongoing struggle to protect the future generation, stating, “The value of our youth cannot be realized in the presence of drug abuse. Such initiatives would enhance young people’s understanding of the threats and risks associated with drug abuse, while fostering grassroots solutions to deter its occurrence. Davis criticized the current low-scale involvement in the fight against illicit drugs and substance abuse among Liberia’s youth. The same level of attention, social distancing, and national effort should be applied to combat drug abuse,” Davis declared. The organization aims to establish structures within schools and communities, working alongside Y-Clubs and community members to address the issue of drug abuse.
Source:Front Page Africa
June 29, 2023 14:28 UTC