Author: Chester Smith
Controversy erupted in Representative Yekeh Kolubah’s expulsion hearing after the committee first allowed his lawyers to speak, but later stopped them from representing him. The issue grew when Kolubah’s legal team asked for additional days to gather evidence and prepare his defense. The committee denied the request and said Kolubah himself should respond to the allegations. A recess was then called. After a 30-minute break, the committee explained that under its rules, lawyers cannot directly represent lawmakers during legislative hearings, but can only speak through the accused lawmaker. Although they had earlier been allowed to present arguments, Kolubah’s lawyers were…
The Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) has taken a significant step toward strengthening the circulation of Liberian coins, with Governor Henry Saamoi announcing a new policy that will require commercial banks to issue a portion of cash withdrawals in coins. Under the new directive, beginning Monday, one percent of every Liberian dollar withdrawal from banks will be disbursed in coins. The move is part of a broader strategy aimed at addressing the persistent shortage and low circulation of coins in the Liberian market. The announcement was made during a formal presentation in which the CBL donated several coin sorting machines…
By Darius N. Karnga Paynesville, Liberia – The President of the Liberia Marketing Association (LMA), Elizabeth Sambulah, and former Minister of Commerce and Industry, Mawine G. Diggs, are among seven individuals indicted in connection with a major corruption scandal involving funds intended to support rural women and small businesses. The indictments were announced by the Assets Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce (AREPT) following an extensive investigation into the alleged diversion of more than US$1.8 million from the Rural Women Empowerment Fund, a program administered under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Also named in the indictment are Gudi J. N.…
By Amos Harris The Civil Service Agency has intensified its institutional reform agenda with a major engagement involving Human Resources Directors from 107 government spending entities, aimed at ensuring the full implementation and compliance of the newly introduced mandatory Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) across Liberia’s civil service. The high-level strategic meeting, held at the Ministerial Complex in Congo Town, forms part of the agency’s broader effort to strengthen professionalism, transparency, and accountability in public service delivery. The initiative targets both current and prospective civil servants, reinforcing the government’s commitment to protecting sensitive state information and improving ethical standards within…
By Amos Harris The Government of Liberia has moved to calm growing public debate over the printing of new banknotes and the status of district development projects, urging citizens to rely on verified facts instead of what it described as misinformation circulating on radio talk shows and social media platforms. Speaking at the Ministry of Information’s regular weekend press briefing in Monrovia Deputy Minister for Public Affairs Daniel O. Sando said the decision to print new Liberian dollar banknotes was neither arbitrary nor politically motivated, but rather based on sound technical and financial considerations. According to Minister Sando, President Joseph…
Liberia’s Foreign Minister Calls for De-escalation in U.S.-Israel & Iran War Liberia’s Foreign Minister, Sara Beysolow Nyanti, has called for urgent global action to de-escalate the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, warning of “devastating economic fallout” for Liberia and the broader African continent. In a BBC interview on April 12, 2026, and subsequent official addresses, the Minister outlined several critical areas of concern: Minister Nyanti characterized the ongoing conflict as a “failure,” stating that war should not be a normal part of life. She has consistently advocated for an immediate ceasefire, the protection of civilians, and concrete measures…
The Ministry of Mines and Energy has told every Class C artisanal license holder to park the bulldozers—unless the Ministry put them there. In a notice signed by Minister *R. Matenokay Tingban*, Assistant Minister for Mines *S. Sumo Momolu*, and Deputy Minister for Operations *William S. Hines*, the Ministry says heavy earth-moving equipment is banned on Class C sites without written authorization. *Why the hammer dropped now* Field teams report a rise in mechanized digging masquerading as “small-scale” work. The cost shows up fast: torn land, muddy creeks, pit collapses, boundary fights, and fees the government never sees. Class C…
The former Minister of Commerce and Industry, Amin Modad, has broken his silence on the ongoing friction with Bea Mountain Mining Corporation, calling the disparity between the company’s profits and its national contribution mind-boggling. In a strongly worded write-up, the former Minister revealed that during his tenure at the Ministry of Commerce, the government uncovered a startling trend where the Bea Mountain was importing nearly 90% of its consumables, including basic items like eggs, soap, and honey, despite their availability in local markets. He stated the Ministry under his watch successfully denied import permits for basic goods, forcing the company…
By Amos Harris President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has submitted a US$45 million draft supplementary budget to the National Legislature, aimed at strengthening social spending, improving service delivery And supporting critical national priorities under the government’s ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development (AAID). The supplementary budget forms part of urgent fiscal matters already placed before lawmakers during the ongoing special legislative session. The submission, made in fulfillment of Section 23.1 of the Amended and Restated Public Financial Management Law of 2009, seeks legislative approval to expand the current FY2026 national budget and accelerate interventions in key sectors affecting ordinary Liberians. The FY2026…
By: Andrew B Weah The Chairman of the Students Unification Party (SUP), Odecious Mulbah, has issued a strong warning to Youth and Sports Minister Cornelia W. Kruah, urging her to desist from what he described as interference in the internal affairs of the party. In a statement, Mulbah accused the Minister of allegedly misusing taxpayers’ money under the pretext of conducting county tours. He argued that many of the challenges confronting young people across Liberia are already widely known and documented, rendering such tours unnecessary. The SUP Chairman further alleged that in less than three months, Minister Kruah’s actions have…